Self Paced 5 to 10 Year-Old Black History From a Decolonized Perspective
We will learn about black history from a decolonized perspective, anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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6 pre-recorded lessons
6 weeks
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1 hour per week. There will be optional homework each week to include Readings Hands-on projects VideosClass Experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 3
This is the class for younger or more sensitive learners. This African American studies course is designed to develop an understanding of the causes, character, and consequences of the African American experience and its influence on the world, the United States, and the African American community. Beginning with a historical, geographical, social, political, economic, and cultural understanding of the African continent, the course will provide a descriptive and corrective overview that will introduce the student to the study of the African and African American experiences. Why start here? Most Eurocentric curricula begin African American history with their enslavement, completely leaving out the rich cultural history many Africans had in their own societies. By teaching students about history pre-slavery, you build deeper respect and self-confidence in black children who learn this early. Here is the week class topic. Each class will cover History of the area we are discussing geography of areas we are discussing or birthplace and early years of people we discuss social issues surrounding the topics discussed Key events 1 Ancient African Ruler focus: Mansa Musa and Mali 2 African Kingdom Focus: City of Great Zimbabwe (Ancient Architectural Ruins) and Ancient Kush 3 The Abolitionists: Key People Focus - Harriet Tubman 4 Our Arts & Cultural Contributions to the World: Key Event The Harlem Rennaissance 5 Our Science and Math Contributions of African Americans to the World: Key Person Focus - Benjamin Banneker 6 Youth Activism and Black Lives Matter Courses taken to provide experience for weeks 1 and 2 are as follows: I have also completed a course using the textbook Classical Africa by Dr. Asante Read the entire textbook called Journey of Liberation by Dr. Asante I have also completed this course: Unit 1: Ancient Africa - The Cradle of Civilization from Education for Life Academy: Where Black History Lives (This course is highly regarded and respected among the African American Historian Community) As well as learned all the content in the African Studies Institute from the University of Florida found here https://africa.ufl.edu/outreach/teachers-institute/ (This is a course for teachers offered in the Summer in Florida each year and speaks highly of African Empires) Students do not need any previous experience to take this class.
Learning Goals
Gain an appreciation of the richness, diversity and contributions of African American culture to national and international lifeReaffirm the fact that civilization in the United States is not the result of the work and energy of one people, but is the result of the contributions of African Americans
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 6 WeeksLesson 1:
Ancient African Ruler focus: Mansa Musa and Mali
Lesson 2:
African Kingdom Focus: City of Great Zimbabwe (Ancient Architectural Ruins) and
Lesson 3:
The Abolitionists: Key People Focus - Harriet Tubman
Lesson 4:
Our Arts & Cultural Contributions to the World: Key Event The Harlem Rennaissanc
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This course does speak about slavery briefly but in an age appropriate way. Decolonized education in general may be contrary to what you have learned in school and there may be some surprising information shared. Please be aware.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
The sources used in class need to come from widely respected scholars/professionals in the field including Darlene Clark Hine, William Hine, and Lisbeth Grant-Britton, and Dr. Molefi Kete Asante (All African American Educators and well respected authors, writers, and leaders in their fields)
All resources and articles used are written by highly respected black authors and leaders in their fields and are widely regarded as the best options when comes to teaching history from a decolonized perspective.
All of the resources used to discuss racism and discrimination as African Americans have experienced this since slavery began in America. They are objective resources and state historically accurate facts of the issues surrounding the topics of slavery, discrimination, and racism against marginalized groups but still in a historically accurate and developmentally appropriate manner.
For resources dealing with racism and discrimination, a gentle approach is used and age-appropriate for the student's developmental level. Some great resources that discuss how to talk to children about racism are https://www.tolerance.org, https://www.pbs.org/parents/talking-about-racism, and finally https://www.adl.org/education/resources/tools-and-strategies/how-should-i-talk-about-race-in-my-mostly-white-classroom.
The resources address racism in an objective and age-appropriate manner.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Florida Teaching Certificate
Florida Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
This may be a sensitive topic to families who are used to the Eurocentric history perspective.
I am certified in the following:
School Counseling K-12
Special Education K-12
Elementary Education K-6
and was required to take classes on cultural competence, diversity, inclusion, and African American History while receiving my Master's so that I could teach students of marginalized groups.
Teacher Expertise:
During undergrad and graduate school, I took the following courses which make me qualified to teach this subject. I have a degree connected to the topic they are teaching or additional training/education related to the topic.
During my college courses and afterward I have also had to study the following books
Through Our Own Eyes: A Journey into African American History by Joseph Edelin M.Ed.
African American History: A Journey of Liberation by Dr. Asante
They Came Before Columbus by Ivan Van Sertima
Black Indians: A Hidden History by William Lorenz Katz
A Young People's History of the United States by Howard Zinn
I have also completed a course using the textbook Classical Africa by Dr. Asante
I have also completed this course: Unit 1: Ancient Africa - The Cradle of Civilization
from Education for Life Academy: Where Black History Lives
As well as learning all the content in the African Studies Institute from the University of Florida found here https://africa.ufl.edu/outreach/teachers-institute/
Intro to the Study of History
African-American History
World History
American History
I am a Florida certified guidance counselor with a Master's in School Counseling. My graduate degree required classes on issues of cultural inclusion, race, and diversity. I have also taught anti-racism during my time as a school counselor in public schools.
Specifically, I had to take:
Counseling Theories and Applications
Cultural Diversity and Advocacy
Mental Health in Schools
Counseling Children and Adolescents
I have a degree connected to the topic I am teaching and additional training/education related to the topic. (My Masters's is in Guidance & Counseling with classes to include cultural competence, diversity, inclusion, and African American History from a Decolonized Perspective.)
I am also an activist who assists with protesting against racial injustices, I have taught this curriculum with my students in the past, and have experienced racism in my own life. Reviews
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