Narratives of Despair & Hope: History & Literature of the Holocaust
This class is ongoing. Each week, students will explore narratives, historical events, & psychological concepts related to the Holocaust and explore the importance of history on citizens today.
Vanessa Roach
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What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1 hour per week. Some occasional reading and videos to watchClass Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Intermediate - Advanced Level
This ongoing course leads students through an examination of catastrophic periods in history paralleled with true stories/narratives of survivors that humanize those affected. In addition, a psychological lens will be applied to our study in order for students to analyze the motivations and choices of individuals. Through this interdisciplinary study, my goal is to get students to think deeply about human behavior and history. By focusing on the choices of individuals who experienced this history as victims, witnesses, collaborators, rescuers, and perpetrators, students come to recognize the relevance of this history in our lives and our world today. This class focuses primarily on ANALYSIS and APPLICATION. Students need to read at least a 7th grade level. Ultimately, this course will focus on reading, writing, and speaking critically, as well as looking at literature through a factual, historical study. This class is ONGOING (students may join or leave at any time). Many classes may have a short reading or video for students to watch before attending. Shorter readings will be done in class. Note: If your student requires extra modifications, accommodations, or assistance, please let me know. Class Rules The overreaching question of this class is identifying what it means to be human and how humans can appropriately coexist with our world. This class is discussion-heavy. Students may discuss vocally or through the chat, as long as it is on topic. I ask that students do not use the chat for anything besides response or discussion points related to the class topics. The chat may also be used for writing. I do not require students to keep cameras on, but it does make the class a bit more interactive. Schedule: Week of July 7: "The Danger of a Single Story" by Chimamanda Adichie Week of July 14: "The Eye of the Beholder" (abridged reading from "Twilight Zone" Week of July 21: "Words Matter" and The Roots of Antisemitism Week of July 28: The Weimar Republic Week of August 7: The Rise of the Nazi Party & Jewish Life Before the War Week of August 14: The Power of Propaganda & Youth and the National Community Week of August 21: Kristallnacht, Hitler’s Ideology Week of August 28: America and the Holocaust
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Parental Guidance
Potentially Upsetting Content
This course FREQUENTLY reads or discusses true information about genocides, the Holocaust, war, death, medical experiments, abuse, murder, mistreatment of humans, beatings, starvation, gas chambers, discrimination, children being killed, etc. We may see pictures and images that may include dead bodies/emaciated corpses, but I will not be including any images that include nudity. This class is intended to educate students about the experiences of the victims. History is sometimes sad and uncomfortable. Please do not hesitate to reach out and ask for more specific information if you have any concerns.
No sexual references or content of any kind will be read about, viewed, or mentioned in this course
Language of Instruction
English (Level: B2+)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined April, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Indiana Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Master's Degree in English from University of Southern Indiana
Professional Development Seminar on Facing History and Ourselves Seminar titled: Teaching Holocaust and Human Behavior. Professional Development course on the Armenian Genocide. 6 years experience of teaching Historical Literature in the classroom setting for grades 9-12.
In my classes (brick and mortar and Outschool), I work with all levels of students (IEP students, general education, and high-ability students). My goal as a teacher is to foster critical thinking and communication skills in order to help your child achieve their goals and become more proficient readers, writers, and critical thinkers. More than that, I encourage students to fall in love with learning.
Experience/Education:
-Brick and Mortar Teacher for 7 years (current)
-Outschool Teacher for 3 years (current)
-BS in Education (Reading/English 3-12, Gifted Education 3-12, Special Education 5-12)
-Masters of Arts In English Teaching
-Certification in High Ability/Gifted Learning Strategies
-Certification in Teaching Students with Learning Exceptionalities
-SAT/PSAT Testing Administrator (5 years)
-Harkness Socratic Seminar Trained (Summer of 2023)
-National Writing Project Trained (Summer of 2023)
I am a secondary English teacher with certifications in gifted education and special education. I have been professionally teaching for 7 years and have a masters of arts in English education. I enjoy using socratic and discussion-based learning to help students think deeply about the texts that they read.Reviews
Live Group Class
$16
weekly1x per week
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
2-12 learners per class
