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California History for Fourth Graders - Part 2 (Self-Paced Course)

In this sixteen-week self-paced course, learners will explore the history of the great state of California!
Learning Adventures Academy
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What's included

16 pre-recorded lessons
16 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Learners can expect a mix of readings, worksheets, projects, and activities to enhance learning.
Grading
Feedback will be given on turned-in assignments. At the parent's request, end-of-class grade reports or certificates will be given.

Class Experience

US Grade 4
Welcome to the exciting adventure through California's rich history! In this fun and interactive California History class, young learners will embark on a time-traveling adventure, exploring pivotal events, influential figures, and the institutions that have shaped the Golden State.

This class does not meet live. Learners receive a pre-recorded video and homework assignments each week.  Learners can turn in assignments to receive feedback.  Learners can expect a mix of readings, worksheets, projects, and activities to enhance learning.
Learning Goals
Students explain the economic, social, and political life in California from the
establishment of the Bear Flag Republic through the Mexican-American War, the Gold Rush, and the granting of statehood.
Students explain how California became an agricultural and industrial power,
tracing the transformation of the California economy and its political and cultural development since the 1850s.
learning goal

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Standards
Aligned with State-Specific Standards
16 Lessons
over 16 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Life on the Trail to California
Lesson 2:
Mexican Rule
Lesson 3:
The Mexican-American War
Lesson 4:
The Gold Rush

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Sensitive subjects such as the treatment of Indigenous peoples, immigrants, and African Americans will be discussed in this class. Also, while discussing wars, the number of deaths will be discussed. All discussions will be kept at an age-appropriate level. Nearpod, Kahoot, Blooket, and Gimkit will be used as outside resources during class. A link will be provided and accounts are not needed for these resources.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
California through Native Eyes: Reclaiming History by William J. Bauer Jr. We Are the Land: A History of Native California Kindle Edition by Damon B. Akins and William J. Bauer Jr. California: An American History by John Mack Faragher. 4th Grade California History Curriculum by Splash Communications.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Doctoral Degree from Salmon P. Chase College of Law - Northern Kentucky University
Amanda Smith
Master's Degree in Education from University of Louisville
Amanda Smith
Bachelor's Degree in History from Western Kentucky University
Amanda Smith
I have over twenty years of experience working with and teaching students.  I have a bachelor's degree in both History and Economics.  My master's degree is in Higher Education.  I also have a juris doctorate degree in Law.  Most importantly, I have a passion for teaching, history in particular! 

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