From the Arctic Circle to Gibraltar- an overview of European geography
A three hour overview of Europe
Jessika O'Sullivan
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What's included
3 live meetings
3 in-class hoursClass Experience
This class brings the students from the Nordic countries through Europe and to the Mediterranean I will provide the students with blind maps in the Outschool classroom and they will need some colored pencils or crayons. The student needs a basic knowledge of continents and geography. The first lesson will be about the Nordic countries, Russia and the Baltic states. We will use one blind map to color in the climate zones/nature and one blind map to show the language spoken and the practiced religion and their main export. I will speak of the importance of the Baltic Sea for these countries and the huge difference in climate and weather from the uppermost top of Norway to Denmark. The second lesson will cover Great Britain, Benelux, Germany, Poland, The Czech Republic, Slovakia, Belarus and Ukraine. We will once again use blind maps to color in the nature and climate, languages and religion. We will also color in the main rivers who have been so important to Europe as transportation routes. The third lesson will cover France, Austria, Switzerland, Hungary, Rumania, Bulgaria, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece and the Balkan countries. We will use blind maps again and I will also speak of how many of these countries are dependent on tourism.
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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2016
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Teacher expertise and credentials
My teaching philosophy is deeply rooted in personal experience. Growing up with dysgraphia, I encountered teachers who left me feeling uncomfortable, insecure, and inadequate. Those experiences shaped my commitment to creating an environment where every student feels welcome, confident, and supported. My goal is to build students up, ensuring they leave my classes with both knowledge and self-assurance.
As a teacher, I bring a wide array of subjects to life in my classes, ranging from creative writing and Swedish (my native language) to world religions, the Holocaust, and novel studies with a focus on folklore. Each subject reflects my passions and areas of expertise, offering students a rich and dynamic learning experience.
With a master’s degree in education and a double major in social and political science and world religions, my professional background equips me to guide students through diverse and complex topics. Having taught across various age groups in Sweden and now the USA, I also incorporate the principles of student democracy, encouraging students to take an active role in shaping their own learning journey.
On a personal note, I’ve always had a vivid imagination—perhaps a result of my Nordic upbringing. As a child in Sweden, I was fascinated yet terrified by the stories of fairies that pervade our folklore. Now, as an immigrant in the USA, I weave that sense of wonder into my own creative works, which have earned me awards for poetry and short stories.Reviews
Live Group Class
$40
for 3 classes1x per week, 3 weeks
60 min
Completed by 16 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
2-7 learners per class
