Historical Myths: Separating the Fact From the Fiction (9-12)
Learn the real history behind popular historical myths in this ongoing course!
Emeliann Lonas
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What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 6
History is full of myths, but have you ever wondered where these myths came from or what the truth is behind them? In this course, students will learn the real history behind the myths to uncover the truth. Each class will start with a discussion (~5-10 minutes) on what we think to be true - students will be asked about that week's topic and be given a chance to share anything they know or have learned (and not knowing is perfectly okay!). After our student-led discussion, we'll uncover the truth in a short lecture (~20-25 minutes), starting with what is accepted as fact, the context of the period, and ending with the truth and how it has morphed into a myth. Class will end with a fun and quick (~10 minutes) Kahoot to reinforce and review what has been learned and further separate fact from fiction: I will share my screen to host the game and students will be able to join on their devices. Please note that any negative or hurtful language will not be tolerated: many of the topics we will discuss have been presented as truth for decades. There is nothing wrong with believing these myths before learning why they are myths! I expect students to speak kindly to their peers regardless of differences or similarities in opinions. Week of August 29: Was Napoleon Bonaparte really short? Week of September 5: Did Vikings have horns on their helmets? Week of September 12: Was Johnny Appleseed a real person? Week of September 19: Did Einstein fail math? Week of September 26: How wild was the "Wild West?" Week of October 3: Was Walt Disney cryogenically frozen? Week of October 10: Did Marie Antoinette say "Let them eat cake?" Week of October 17: Fall Break, No Class Week of October 24: What caused the Salem Witch Trials? Week of October 31: Did Vincent Van Gogh actually cut off his ear? Week of November 7: How deadly are corsets? Week of November 14: Did Medieval people believe the Earth was flat? Week of November 21: No Class (Thanksgiving Break) Week of November 28: Who was a "Midnight Rider?" Week of December 5: Did an apple fall on Isaac Newton's head? Week of December 12: Did Cleopatra really die from a snakebite? Week of December 21: No Class (Christmas Break) Week of December 28: No Class (New Year's Break)
Learning Goals
Students will learn the truth behind popular historical myths and some tips on how to differentiate fact from fiction.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Kahoot will be used in the last 10-15 minutes of each class meeting. Students will be able to answer the questions on the device they use to access Zoom or on a secondary device; I will be displaying the Kahoot questions via Zoom "Share my Screen." Kahoot is used as a fun way to end each class meeting, reinforce what has been taught, and keep students engaged throughout the entire class block.
Supply List
Learners will need access to a phone, computer, or tablet that can access the internet to play Kahoot on. They may be able to use the same device they use to access Zoom but some difficulties may arise.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Course material will come from sources such as TIME Magazine, Smithsonianmag.com, National Public Radio, and historical academic journals published on JSTOR.
Joined August, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
My name is Emeliann and I am a university senior majoring in secondary education in the social sciences, with a minor in history. My specialties lie in American and European history, as well as American government and politics; my interests extend into unconventional (aka "fun") history, art history, and art analysis.
I aim to engage and interest students through a variety of classes that integrate learning and socializing. I have worked with learners, ages 6 to 18, in a variety of professional and volunteer positions, and I continue to work with 11 to 18-year-olds in my academic studies. There is nothing I find more fulfilling than seeing the light of understanding bloom within a student's mind.
To best encourage student learning, I plan on utilizing student-centered and led discussions; I've found that such discussions empower students to take control of their own learning and feel confident in their critical and creative thinking, teamwork, and socialization skills. These discussions also help in developing independence and a sense of educational accountability, vital skills for students of all ages. As a student myself, I recognize the value of time and desire to organize classes that fit a variety of schedules, for both parents and learners. Just as beauty is in the eye of the beholder, learning is in the hands of the student.
I highly value the work of parents who are active members of their child(ren)'s learning, and I cannot wait to be a part of their educational and academic careers!Reviews
Live Group Class
$9
weekly1x per week
40 min
Completed by 7 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
2-6 learners per class
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