Social Studies for Fifth Grade - United States History, Part I
In this self-paced course, learners will examine U.S. (American) history through the mid-1800s, including the English colonies, the American Revolution, George Washington, and the U.S. Constitution.
Learning Adventures Academy
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What's included
20 pre-recorded lessons
20 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. Learners will receive one to three assignments each week. These include readings, mapping, answering questions, and projects.Letter Grade
includedCertificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 5
Welcome to our fifth-grade U.S. History class! In this exciting and interactive course, we will embark on a fascinating journey through the early history of the United States, exploring the events, people, and ideas that shaped our nation up to the mid-1800s. Learners will explore themes of history, geography, economics, civic responsibility, and government. **This class does NOT have a live meeting.** A video explaining the week's topics will be posted in the classroom each week.
Learning Goals
Learners will be able to identify and describe significant events, such as the American Revolution, the drafting of the U.S. Constitution, and westward expansion.Learners will analyze the causes and effects of major historical events and movements.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies (NCSS)20 Lessons
over 20 WeeksLesson 1:
Geography of the United States
2 assignments
Lesson 2:
Cultural Diversity Amongst Tribal Nations: A:shiwi and Haudenosaunee
1 assignment
Lesson 3:
Why Europeans Came to the Americas
1 assignment
Lesson 4:
Europeans Travel to the Americas
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This course will sometimes contain topics of a sensitive nature. The course will use multiple viewpoints when discussing historical topics. If any insensitive or inappropriate discussions or comments take place, the teacher will address the comment and then redirect the discussion. If this occurs more than once, parents will be notified through an email on the Outschool platform.
Language of Instruction
English (Level: B1)
Joined May, 2020
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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 of 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 in Law. Most importantly, I have a passion for teaching, history in particular! Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$13
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20 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 9-11
