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for all contentHoliday Classic: The Nutcracker
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Ages 9-14
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3 pre-recorded lessons
1 week of teacher support
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1 hour per week. This class does offer optional homework in the form of: Discussion Questions Watching and reviewing different adaptations of The NutcrackerCertificate of Completion
If you would like a certificate of completion, please message me.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 8
Even if you're not a fan of ballet, you've probably heard of The Nutcracker. In this one time class, we will examine the history of ballet, the origins of this ballet in Russia, and the German folklore surrounding nutcrackers. We will discuss the many different versions of this story, from the classical ballet performance to Barbie to the Nutcracker and The Four Realms. Students are encouraged to watch or read one version of the story before class so they are familiar with the plot and characters, but it is not required. This class will be taught through recorded lectures and may also include supplemental videos (Youtube), readings, worksheets, and activities. Please see the syllabus below for a layout of the lessons included in this course. This class is presented in an asynchronous format. If you are taking this class through the Class Subscriptions, there will be no communication between learner and myself. If you are taking this class through the Self-Paced format, you will have 1 year to complete the lessons. If you choose to submit homework or communicate (questions on the classroom page), I will respond within 24 hours (excluding Sundays).
Learning Goals
To understand this classic holiday story and it's origins.
Use primary sources and different types of media (such as film and art) to learn about historical events.
Syllabus
3 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
The History of Ballet
Lesson 2:
The Long and Complicated history of the Nutcracker Story
1 assignment
Lesson 3:
Why is the Nutcracker still so popular?
1 assignment
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class will utilize Youtube videos for sharing of lecture videos, as well as supplemental lessons. All Youtube videos are embedded into the Outschool platform.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Some of the sources used for this class are, but not limited to:
Smithsonian
Britannica
National Geographic
PBS
Library of Congress
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree from Louisiana State University
I have been an educator on Outschool since February of 2018. I have my MBA and MHA, both of which have taught me the value of conducting research and asking questions. I have a passion for history, organization, reading, and learning. You can usually find me in the middle of 2-3 books or watching a documentary.
I am also an Outschool ACE Educator, which means that I continually seek out ways to improve my teaching skills and knowledge, as well as the learner experience. Some of the seminars/courses that I have attended in the past are: Foundations for Teaching and Learning About Native Americans; The Presence and Absence of Asian America: What Truths Lie Beyond the Headlines; Using the “Diary of Anne Frank” to Amplify Students’ Voices; Painting a Just Picture – Art and Activism.
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