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High School US History Semester One (1619 To 1935)

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Ages 13-18
Live Group Class
In this 17-week course, students will learn the basics of US History while also honing their literacy skills. Recommended for grades 9-12.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(42 reviews)

Live video meetings
1x per week, 17 weeks
3-10 learners per class
55 min

What's included

17 live meetings
15 hrs 35 mins in-class hours
Certificate of Completion
included

Class Experience

In this comprehensive 17-week online U.S. History course, students will explore the rich tapestry of American history from 1619 to 1935. The course is designed to be inclusive and intersectional, providing a balanced and unbiased view of historical events. We will cover the experiences of diverse groups, including Native Americans, African Americans, women, immigrants, and others whose stories are integral to understanding the full scope of U.S. history.

Learning Goals

Students will gain a thorough knowledge of significant events, figures, and developments in U.S. history from 1619 to 1935, including colonization, the American Revolution, nation-building, civil rights movements, industrialization, and social reforms.
Students will develop critical thinking skills by analyzing and interpreting a variety of historical documents, including letters, speeches, legal documents, photographs, and other primary sources.

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Standards
Aligned with National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies (NCSS)
17 Lessons
over 17 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Introduction to the Course and Early Colonial America (1619-1700)
 - Course overview and expectations
  - Introduction to primary and secondary sources
  - Early Native American cultures and societies
  - Arrival of Africans in 1619 and the beginnings of slavery in America
  - Early colonial settlements (Jamestown, Plymouth) 
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Colonial America and Cultural Interactions (1700-1750)
 - Growth of the thirteen colonies
  - Relations between Native Americans and colonists
  - Development of colonial economies and societies 
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Road to Independence (1750-1775)
 - French and Indian War
  - Taxation without representation
  - Colonial protests and the rise of revolutionary sentiment 
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
The American Revolution (1775-1783)
 - Major battles and strategies
  - Declaration of Independence
  - Role of various groups (women, African Americans, Native Americans) 
55 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Learning Needs
I am deeply committed to supporting the unique learning needs of all students. To ensure an inclusive and supportive learning environment, I ask that parents communicate needs to me before class begins so that we can make an plan together.
Language of Instruction
English (Level: A1)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Sources: There will be no textbook used in order to create equity and accessibility for all students. Teacher lectures are created using The 1619 Project, Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz's An Indigenous People's History of the United States, and Howard Zinn's A People's History of the United States.

Meet the teacher

Joined July, 2020
5.0
42reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Arkansas Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
I have been teaching this subject since 2017, have a Bachelor's degree in history,  and a Masters in Teaching with a specialization in social studies. 

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