What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursAssessment
A trivia game will provide a fun way to review information.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Independence Day in the United States is July 4th. Join me as we look at the history and significance of the Declaration of Independence. We'll understand why this document was written and the different parts of the Declaration of Independence. We'll also explore the group of people who wrote and signed the Declaration. Not all people in America received independence through this event. Through the use of primary sources, Google Slides, Classkick and a Kahoot review game, we'll understand what the Declaration of Independence says, what inspired the document and who did not receive equality in independence. Together, let's grow our minds just like the United States has grown with a changing, developing and diverse nation since 1776. No prior knowledge is required for this class.
Learning Goals
Learners will be able to identify the part of the Declaration of Independence.
Learners will be able to explain the purpose of the document by reading excerpts from primary sources and group discussion.
Learners will explore how the Declaration of Independence impacted people in different ways.
Learners will learn facts about the people who wrote and signed the Declaration of Independence.
Learners will demonstrate understanding through a final review game.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Time period content contains information on people who were denied equal freedoms including women and people of color. The class will discuss the American Revolutionary War and topics related to war.
Supply List
Learners will need to access a copy of the Declaration of Independence. A website link is provided as an option to view the document.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Bachelor's Degree in History
Bachelor's Degree in Secondary Education
Master's Degree in Education
Twelve years experience teaching Social Studies in a public school
Teaching Certification in Social Studies grades 6-12
Teaching Certification in Civics Education
Course work in Gifted Education from UC Berkeley at Irvine
Museum Studies courses from Johns Hopkins University
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$11
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 30 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
1-8 learners per class