What's included
40 live meetings
30 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Optional homework assignments will be posted each week in the Outschool Classroom. Feedback (letter grade) is given on turned-in assignments.Letter Grade
Learners can turn in assignments for feedback (letter grades). Grade reports are given at the parent's request.Certificate of Completion
Learners can turn in assignments for feedback (letter grades). Certificates of Completion are given at the parent's request.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 8
Welcome to United States History! This course is thoughtfully designed for middle school students to make learning engaging and fun. Your child will embark on an exciting journey through American history, starting from the earliest human settlements in the Americas and continuing to the modern era. Throughout the course, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of how the United States was shaped by various people, events, and ideas. Our live classes focus on weekly themes using interactive slides, storytelling, primary sources, and rich discussions to ensure an immersive learning experience. Each week, your child will receive a Notes Page to fill in during the live class, helping them stay organized and retain key information. To reinforce their learning, students will also participate in a fun review game at the end of each class. This course is committed to presenting multiple viewpoints while discussing and learning about historical events and people, fostering critical thinking and a well-rounded understanding of history.
Learning Goals
Learners will be able to identify and describe significant events, people, and movements in United States history.
Learners will understand the impact of major events such as the American Revolution, the Civil War, and the World Wars on the development of the nation.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with National Curriculum Standards for Social Studies (NCSS)40 Lessons
over 40 WeeksLesson 1:
Cultural Diversity Amongst Tribal Nations
45 mins online live lesson
2 assignments
Lesson 2:
European Colonization in North America
45 mins online live lesson
3 assignments
Lesson 3:
The English Colonies
45 mins online live lesson
2 assignments
Lesson 4:
Life in the Colonies
45 mins online live lesson
2 assignments
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This course will sometimes contain topics of a sensitive or controversial nature. Discussions will be kept at an age-appropriate level.
Language of Instruction
English (Level: B1)
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
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 experience working with and teaching students. I have a bachelor's degree in both History and Economics, which included studies in the Middle Ages, History of Latin America, History of Africa, History of South Asia, History of Native Peoples of North America, and many other topics. My master's degree is in Higher Education. I also have a Juris Doctorate degree in Law. Most importantly, I have a passion for teaching, history in particular!
Reviews
Live Group Course
$15
weekly or $600 for 40 classes1x per week, 40 weeks
45 min
Completed by 402 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
3-17 learners per class