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My Fellow Americans: A History of Presidential Elections
Class experience
US Grade 8 - 11
The world of politics can be rough, cutthroat, brutal, and sometimes amusing. Join us as we examine the American political races, specifically focusing on presidential races. American politics have evolved over time, yet many of the characteristics we see in elections today have been a part of our political system since the earliest elections. In this course, we will advance through our history, exploring the ins and outs of each election. I believe in a fair and balanced approach to...
To understand the election process focusing on individual elections, their outcomes, and impacts on history.
I have more than 30 years of experience as a history teacher. Specifically, I taught United States history and American Government. Additionally, I was the advisory for the History Club.
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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Politics can be controversial, and issues raised during campaigns can be divisive. A good number of presidents are alleged to have had extra-marital affairs. I may note that in a course if it applies to the election or reelection of a candidate. I will not go into any detail about such affairs. A few presidents are alleged to have had children outside of their marriage (Thomas Jefferson comes to mind) and, again, that may be covered in the course but without explicit detail. A few presidents participated in duels; that will be the limit of conversation about violence in this course. Please rest assured that the content for this class will be age-appropriate.
https://www.270towin.com/ https://www.whitehouse.gov/about-the-white-house/presidents/ Book - "Anything For A Vote" by Joseph Cummins (it is NOT necessary for students to purchase this book) Book - "Presidential Elections, 1789-2008" CQ Press (it is NOT necessary for students to purchase this book) Book - "Mr. Beat presents...The Ultimate American Presidential Election Book: Every Presidential Election in American History (1788-2020)" (it is NOT necessary for students to purchase this book) Book - "The Presidents: Noted Historians Rank America's Best--and Worst--Chief Executives" by Brian Lamb, Susan Swain, et al (it is NOT necessary for students to purchase this book) The United States Constitution
My name is Robert Hood. I have been an educator for thirty-plus years and have taught in California as well as Texas. My teaching career has included middle and high school in both private and public schools. I am excited about the opportunities...
Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
2-7 learners per class