Middle School History I - A Semester Course
In this semester-long course, students will get an introduction to our global past while developing critical thinking skills.
Learning Adventures Academy
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What's included
16 live meetings
12 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Each week, a variety of assignments will be posted to enhance the learning experience. Three projects will be assigned during the semester.Assessment
Students will receive a written report every four weeks. A final grade can be given if requested.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
This course will let you travel back in time to our beginnings as we learn about connections between the world's cultures and institutions. You will learn to analyze primary and secondary historical sources to make connections within our World's history. This class will use readings, projects, and live class discussions to immerse you in history. No prior knowledge is needed before beginning this course. This course will use multiple viewpoints as history is explored. Course Outline: Week One: Early Humans Week Two: Ancient Sumer Week Three: Four Empire of Mesopotamia Week Four: Ancient Egypt - Pharaohs Week Five: Ancient Egypt - Daily Life Week Six: Kingdom of Kush Week Seven: Origins of Judaism Week Eight: Early Settlement of India Week Nine: Origins Hinduism and Buddhism Week Ten: First Unification of India and Gupta Empire Week Eleven: Shang Dynasty and Chinese Philosophies Week Twelve: First Emperor of China and Han Dynasty Week Thirteen: Ancient Greece: Democracy, City-States, Greco-Persian Wars Week Fourteen: Ancient Greece: Golden Age, Alexander the Great Week Fifteen: Ancient Rome: Rise of Rome and Daily Life Week Sixteen: Ancient Rome: Origins of Christianity and Legacy of Rome
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Parental Guidance
This course will sometimes contain topics of a sensitive or controversial nature. Discussion will be kept at an age appropriate level.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Doctoral Degree from Salmon P. Chase College of Law - Northern Kentucky University
Master's Degree in Education from University of Louisville
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in History from Western Kentucky University
I have over twenty years experience working with and teaching students. I have a bachelor's degree in both History and Economics. My master's degree is in Higher Education. I also have a juris doctorate degree in Law. Most importantly, I have a passion for teaching, history in particular! Reviews
Live Group Class
$215
for 16 classes1x per week, 16 weeks
45 min
Completed by 14 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
6-18 learners per class
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