What's included
30 live meetings
22 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
Students will complete reading and writing assignments for each class, as well as occasional presentations.Assessment
Grades are provided as letter grades based on participation, written work, and tests.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
This course can coordinate with my British Literature courses if desired. This class is taught at a standard level, however, I am able to offer additional work as well as AP designation on your transcript if you would like your student to take this class at an AP level as I am an AP authorized teacher--please contact me about this option. This course is a rhetorical level course intended to introduce the student to the major themes and moments in the first half of modern European history from 1450. This course will involve both writing and reading. We will be reading a full-range of primary documents from each time period and geographical area we study. You will be learning how to read, think about, analyze, argue with, and present ideas about history and to connect events to the larger trends and themes in European history. This class is a discussion-based, interactive format. Each week you will be responsible for reading background material and assigned primary documents. You will be expected to write a reading response for each of your readings. These reading responses should be 1-2 pages on the background material for each time period in history and the important elements of the work. You should be building a timeline of major events in world history across geographical boundaries. In class, we will spend much time discussing our reading, putting themes in their historical context and asking questions about the author’s and our own worldviews. I expect you to come to class prepared to participate in this discussion. You will also be assigned brief presentations. These presentations will involve researching the biographical information for significant figures and key information for major moments we will study in class. 1-What is history? 2-Italian Renaissance 3-Northern Renaissance 4-Reformation-Luther and later reformers 5-Reformation-English 6-Catholic Reformation 7-Religious Wars-France and Spain 8-Religious Wars-30 Years War 9-Constitutionalism-English Civil War 10-Absolutism-Louis XIV 11-Eastern Europe-Hapsburgs, Hohenzollerns, Russia 12-Scientific Revolution 13-18th century life and society-village life and witchhunts 14-Agricultural Revolution 15-Test 1 16-Enlightenment-Characteristics 17-Enlightenment-Philosophes 18-Enlightened Despots-Frederick and Catherine 19-Mercantilism and colonies--early Imperialism 20-Maritime Powers-Age of Walpole, Spain, Netherlands, France 21-Territorial conflict within Europe-7 Years' War 22-French Revolution-early stages 23-French Revolution-radical phase 24-Napoleon 25-Early Industrial Revolution 26-Economic theories of the 19th century 27-Romanticism 28-Concert of Europe and Conservatism 29-Rise of Liberalism and Nationalism 30-Test 2/Revolutions of 1848
Learning Goals
Students will learn the major themes of European history, while also learning how to approach and manage primary documents
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows College Board Advanced Placement CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Advanced Placement (AP) Standards30 Lessons
over 15 WeeksLesson 1:
What is history?
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Italian Renaissance
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Northern Renaissance
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Reformation-Luther and later reformers
45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
European history often contains moments of violence or discrimination. These moments will not be glorified in this class, but will be mentioned when appropriate for the high school level. Parental guidance is always suggested throughout this class, especially for sensitive students.
Supply List
Western Civilization by Spielvogel
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
4 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from University of Toronto
Master's Degree in History from University of Cambridge
Master's Degree from Eastern Michigan University
Master's Degree in History from Northwestern University
Master's Degree in Religious Studies from Yale University
4 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in History from Birmingham-Southern College
Bachelor's Degree from University of Alabama at Birmingham
Bachelor's Degree from Middle East Technical University
Bachelor's Degree in History from Millersville University
I have a master's degree in history from the University of Cambridge and 17 years experience teaching history. I am an AP authorized European history teacher and grader.
Reviews
Live Group Course
$34
weekly or $500 for 30 classes2x per week, 15 weeks
45 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
3-8 learners per class
Financial Assistance
Tutoring
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