Cold War Spies
Double agents, deception, dead drops and defections; the Cold War era saw perhaps more espionage than any other period in history. This one-time class will teach learners about some of the most notorious spies of the 20th century.
Andrea Dalland, M.Ed, MLS
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5.0
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What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
This class will give students some background on the Cold War and tell the stories of several famous spies of the era. We will learn about Aldrich Ames, Oleg Gordievsky, Kim Philby and "The Cambridge Five," including some fascinating facts about the kind of intelligence they shared, how they passed on classified information, and how their spying careers came to an end. With Russia dominating the headlines these days, let’s delve into some of the histories that brought us to where we are today.
Learning Goals
Students will learn some of the background and history of the Cold War and of the lives of several of its most famous spies.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class will contain some content that some students may find upsetting or scary, including escaping a country to keep from being caught, and the existence of atomic bombs. Please be aware of some of this content and determine if this class will be suitable for your child.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
https://www.history.com/news/6-traitorous-cold-war-spies
https://www.historylearningsite.co.uk/modern-world-history-1918-to-1980/the-cold-war/spies-of-the-cold-war-era/
https://www.britannica.com/biography/Aldrich-Ames
https://www.historicmysteries.com/cambridge-5/
https://www.studysmarter.us/explanations/history/modern-britain/cambridge-five/
Joined July, 2022
5.0
153reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
North Carolina Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of Missouri at Columbia
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Calvin College
I have taught social studies at the upper elementary level for 20 years and am a life-long lover of history. I lived in Russia for six years and was able to visit many of the locations mentioned in the class. In fact, I will be using some of my own photographs to show what those locations look like today.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 9 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
1-6 learners per class
