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Galaga to Gameboy: Examining the Evolution of Video Games
Military History 101 by Amber Dowdy
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(489)
This six-week course will examine the evolution of video games throughout the twentieth and twenty-first centuries.
Class experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Have you ever wondered what the first video game looked like? Pacman to Playstation will explore the history of video game technology, from the very first video game ever developed, to modern times, and everything in between.
Each class period will cover one era of video game history. We will end class by playing a video game from the era that we have been discussing in each week.
The class will cover the following topics:
Week 1: Early Video Game History
-We will look...Students will learn how video gaming has evolved in the last fifty years, while also exploring history in a fun way.
This course does not cover any sensitive or high risk topics.
Homework Offered
Students are encouraged to create a three minute presentation for Week Six of class about their favorite video game. Additionally, at times, students may be invited to participate in video game play through free, open source options. All video games played in (or related to) class will be rated E for everyone.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Weekly review of class content will begin each course to gauge student comprehension.Grades Offered
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
No violent content will be presented to students. All class material is appropriate for students of all ages.
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(489)
Welcome to Military History 101! My name is Amber, and I am the owner/head teacher of Military History 101 by Amber Dowdy. I have a degree in History from Grand Valley State University, which is located in Michigan, USA. Prior to becoming an...
Group Class
$80
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
45 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
3-10 learners per class
