DBQ Writing - AP World, European, US History
Brandy Dahlen with BE Education
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Students will learn how to approach DBQ essays for history, how to analyze documents, and how to write a strong essay
Class experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Document-Based Questions (DBQs) are foundational to demonstrating a student's skill at analyzing historical documents. They allow the student to show in a written format their understanding and contextualization of primary documents to consolidate their historical understanding. DBQs are also a key essay type on all history AP exams. I was an AP student myself, and I am now an AP teacher and grader. I have a solid understanding of the AP rubric, as well as the broader skill of DBQs in...
3 lessons//3 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Basics of a DBQWeek 2Lesson 2Point of ViewWeek 3Lesson 3Context and Complexity
Students will learn how to approach and plan a DBQ. We will practice analyzing primary documents and presenting that analysis in an essay form, acknowledging point of view and historical context.
I have been an AP teacher and reader/grader for 17 years. I also have a master's degree in history from the University of Cambridge.
Homework Offered
Weekly essay assignments will be provided to allow the student to develop the skills they learn in class.Assessments Offered
Assessment can be provided in any form the family requests.Grades Offered
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Hi everyone! I am Brandy, and I lead BE Education. I have a master's degree in history from the University of Cambridge in the UK, and I love teaching history, literature, research, and writing! I have been teaching history, writing, research,...
Group Class
$60
for 3 classes1x per week, 3 weeks
45 min
Completed by 18 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-6 learners per class
