Howard Zinn: A Young People's History of The United States, Part 1
Alycia Wright, M.Ed
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(1,517)
This is a six week course of the first six chapters of the text, A Young Peoples History of The United States. Live weekly discussion of each chapter. A selection of videos & comprehension questions will be added weekly. The next session (#2-4) will start at the end, in the same time slot. A private invitation to join that class will be sent to those families
Class experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Students will meet weekly to discuss the assigned reading/topic and any outside research they may have. This conversation will be largely driven by the chapter themes they found the most interesting. The teacher will act as a guide, asking thought provoking questions and balancing the conversations. An additional section (part 2) will be added immediately following this class in the same time slot/day. Students will have weekly chapter questions and thought questions. If part 1 is full,...
Students will leave with a greater appreciation of US History being told from the perspective of various marginalized groups. Chapter Titles for the first 6 weeks are: 1.Columbus And The Indians 2. Black And White 3. Who Were The Colonists? 4. Tyranny is Tyranny 5. Revolutions 6. The Women of Early America
Licensed K-12 educator. Specialty in reading and history. I currently teach this class in person (prior to shutdowns) and now virtually in my home-school cooperative.
Homework Offered
Weekly comprehension questions and videos will be shared. These are optional but will aide in gaining a deeper understanding of the material covered.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students will participate in weekly discussions lead by their particular interests in the chapter. Students may turn in weekly comprehension questions for checking.Grades Offered
The student needs a copy of the text "A Young People's History of The United States" by Howard Zinn. If reading is a challenge, please let me know and I will provide a link (no cost) to the book being read aloud on YouTube.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
This text covers the history of the United States often from the perspective of the marginalized. Topics of racism, gender inequality, and the economically disadvantaged are discussed in depth.
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(1,517)
I am an experienced and licensed educator of over ten years. My expertise is in reading, comprehension and phonetic training. I have certifications in Exceptional Education, Gifted Education and Instructional Technology. I enjoy teaching many...
Group Class
$125
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
45 min
Completed by 452 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
6-16 learners per class
