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One Thousand Years in the Nordic Countries-History, Culture and Geography
Jessika O'Sullivan
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We meet twice a week to learn about Nordic history and culture from the end of the Viking age to today.
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US Grade 6 - 9
You probably know a few things about the Nordic countries—Vikings, cold weather, Ikea, high taxes, and perhaps blonde people. But there is so much more to know about this region. Did you know that Sweden, Norway, and Denmark were unified as one country during the 1300s? Did you know Finland has a dramatic history, including Russia and Sweden? Did you know that about 3 million people from the Nordic countries emigrated to the USA in the late 1800s? Did you know that “the white...
14 lessons//7 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 11000-1200sThe end of the Viking age was when the Nordic countries became Christian. How did the world change politically and culturally, and why did people become Christian?Lesson 2What is happening in the Nordic Countries today?The students bring in news from the Nordic countries to learn what is happening in the region today and see historical parallels.Week 2Lesson 31300-1400sDuring this time, the German Hanseatic League dominated trade in Europe, but the Nordic countries wanted to keep control and create the Kalmar Union. We will also talk about The Black Death.Lesson 4What is happening in the Nordic Countries today?The students bring in news from the Nordic countries to learn what is happening in the region today and see historical parallels.Week 3Lesson 51500-1700sThe Kalmar Union falls apart, leading to The Swedish Empire. We will also discuss the Reformation and how it influenced the Nordic countries.Lesson 6What is happening in the Nordic Countries today?The students bring in news from the Nordic countries to learn what is happening in the region today and see historical parallels.Week 4Lesson 71700-1850sThe Swedish Empire collapsed, and Russia strengthened, influencing the Nordic countries. Napoleon changes the dynamic in the Nordic countries. Also, the beginning of industrialismLesson 8What is happening in the Nordic Countries today?The students bring in news from the Nordic countries to learn what is happening in the region today and see historical parallels.Week 5Lesson 91850-1920sHorrible famine, poverty, and political and religious oppression in the Nordic countries lead to emigration to America. Socialism and labor unions change the Nordic countries. World War I brings about political tension and change. The women get the right to vote.Lesson 10What is happening in the Nordic Countries today?The students bring in news from the Nordic countries to learn what is happening in the region today and see historical parallels.Week 6Lesson 111920-1970sThe depression and growing nationalism influence the whole of Europe. What happened to the Nordic countries during World War II? Sweden is the only country that Nazi Germany doesn't occupy. After the war, there were social changes and new immigration from all over the world.Lesson 12What is happening in the Nordic Countries today?The students bring in news from the Nordic countries to learn what is happening in the region today and see historical parallels.Week 7Lesson 13What is happening in the Nordic Countries today?The students bring in news from the Nordic countries to learn what is happening in the region today and see historical parallels.Lesson 14What is happening in the Nordic Countries today?The students bring in news from the Nordic countries to learn what is happening in the region today and see historical parallels.
A document with weekly assignements and with instructions on how to do research on the internet and what important news should include.
Source material for the curriculum The Swedish History Museum (www.historiska.se) collection of research material, including articles, images, and video Atlas of World History by John Haywood The Soul of the North- A social, architectural and cultural history of the Nordic Countries, 1700-1940 by Neil Kent Voyages in World History by Valerie Hansen and Kenneth. R Curtis De flydde kriget Baltiska och andra flyktingar runt Åland krigsåren 1939-1945 by Karl Johan Edlund Den långa medeltiden : de nordiska ländernas historia från folkvandringstid till reformation by Fredrik Charpentier Ljungqvist So-rummet.se A Swedish website designed for social study teachers with articles, movies, videos, and images. Levande Historia- A Swedish forum and website about the Holocaust, primarily focused on Sweden and the Nordic countries. Ravensbruck- Life and Death in Hitler's Concentration Camp for Women by Sarah Helm
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I believe in creating connections with my students and keeping my teaching age appropriate. My teaching will challenge my students but never let them fail or feel like they are failing. Patience, silliness, and kindness go a long way. As a...
Group Class
$30
weekly or $210 for 14 classes2x per week, 7 weeks
60 min
Completed by 23 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
2-7 learners per class
