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The History of Arizona - From Ancient Tribes to Modern Times Self-Paced Course

This self-paced course covers Arizona's history from ancient tribes to modern times with engaging videos and interactive assignments. Perfect for young historians interested in Arizona's past!

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What's included

18 pre-recorded lessons

18 weeks

of teacher support

1 year access

to the content

Homework

4+ hours per week. Homework Policy 📚 Homework assignments will be offered for this class, with an estimated time spent outside of class being 4 hours per week. Homework will include interactive assignments, research projects, and review activities. These assignments will be checked for correctness and feedback will be provided to support student learning. All assignments are required for all students to ensure comprehensive understanding and mastery of the material.

Assessment

Assessment Policy 📝 Assessments will be offered in this class to evaluate student understanding and progress. These assessments will include quizzes, a midterm exam, and a final exam, all conducted as take-home assignments. Assessments are required for all students and play a crucial role in ensuring that learning objectives are met. They will help students review key concepts and prepare for the final exam.

Grading

Grading Policy 🏅 Letter grades will be provided for this class, with each assignment having equal weight. Grades will be displayed in Google Classroom at the end of the course. This allows students and parents to track progress and understand areas of strength and improvement. A certificate of completion will be offered for students who meet all course requirements, providing formal recognition of their hard work and achievement.

Class Experience

US Grade 7 - 10

Beginner Level

Class Description
A Semester on the History of Arizona: From Ancient Tribes to Modern Times offers a comprehensive and engaging exploration of Arizona's rich history. This self-paced course, ideal for young historians and curious learners, covers significant events, cultures, and innovations that have shaped the state. Through interactive assignments, engaging videos, and research projects, students will delve into the fascinating stories of Arizona's past. This course supports diverse learning needs, ensuring every student can succeed.

Class Experience
📚 What will be taught?
Students will learn about Arizona's history, from ancient tribes to modern times, including key historical events, cultural developments, and technological innovations.

📜 What topics will you cover?
-Ancient Tribes and Cultures
-Spanish Exploration and Missions
-Mexican Rule and Territorial Changes
-American Settlement and Statehood
-Economic Growth: Mining, Agriculture, and Railroads
-Social Changes: Civil Rights and Urbanization
-Environmental Challenges and Technological Innovations

🏫 How is your class structured?
This self-paced course is divided into four units, each containing multiple lessons. Each lesson includes:
-Engaging video lectures
-Interactive assignments
-Research projects
-Review activities

📺 How will you teach?
The course utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including video clips, interactive slides, and online games. Lessons are designed to be visually engaging and easy to navigate, with clear instructions and plenty of multimedia content to keep students interested.

🎓 What's your teaching style?
My teaching style is interactive and student-centered. I aim to make history fun and engaging by using a mix of multimedia resources, hands-on projects, and interactive activities. I provide clear guidance and support, allowing students to learn at their own pace.

🤝 How much will learners get to interact with you?
As a self-paced course, direct interaction with me will be limited. However, students can reach out via the Outschool platform for questions and support. Interactive tools like Pear Deck, Quizlet, and Kahoot allow for active participation and self-assessment throughout the course.

Additional Details
✅ Flexible Pacing: Students can progress through the course at their own pace, making it suitable for various learning speeds and schedules.
🎯 Skill Development: The course emphasizes critical thinking, research skills, and historical analysis, preparing students for more advanced studies.
📅 Comprehensive Review: The course includes thorough review activities and practice tests to ensure students are well-prepared for the final exam.

This class is perfect for students who are passionate about history and eager to explore the unique and fascinating story of Arizona!

Learning Goals

🌵 Introduction to Arizona History
Learning Goal: Understand the geographical and climatic diversity of Arizona and identify significant historical events that have shaped the state. SS08-S1C1-01

🗺️ Ancient Tribes of Arizona
Learning Goal: Describe the cultures, lifestyles, and survival strategies of the Ancestral Puebloans, Hohokam, Mogollon, and Sinagua tribes. SS08-S1C2-02

Syllabus

Curriculum

Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum

Standards

Aligned with State-Specific Standards

4 Units

18 Lessons

over 18 Weeks

Unit 1: Unit 1: Early Inhabitants and Cultures

Lesson 1:

🌵 Introduction to Arizona History 🌵

 Students will receive an overview of Arizona's rich history, geographical features, and significant events that have shaped the state. The lesson includes watching an introductory video, reading about Arizona's history, and completing an interactive timeline activity. Expected Time: 4 hours. (Alignment: Arizona Social Studies Standards SS08-S1C1-01)

Lesson 2:

🗺️ Ancient Tribes of Arizona 🗺️

 This lesson explores the early tribes of Arizona, such as the Ancestral Puebloans, Hohokam, Mogollon, and Sinagua. Students will learn about their cultures, lifestyles, and survival strategies. The assignment involves creating a cultural artifact and writing a short essay on the significance of tribal traditions. Expected Time: 4 hours. (Alignment: SS08-S1C2-02)

Lesson 3:

🏺 The Hohokam and Ancestral Puebloans 🏺

 Students will delve into the advanced civilizations of the Hohokam and Ancestral Puebloans, focusing on their innovations in agriculture, architecture, and social organization. The assignment will be to create a presentation on Hohokam canal systems or Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings. Expected Time: 4 hours. (Alignment: SS08-S1C2-02)

Lesson 4:

🏜️ The Desert People: The O'odham and Apache 🏜️

 This lesson covers the O'odham and Apache tribes, their traditions, adaptations to desert life, and interactions with other tribes. Students will complete a research project on the O'odham irrigation techniques or Apache nomadic lifestyle. Expected Time: 4 hours. (Alignment: SS08-S1C2-02)

Other Details

Learning Needs

This class supports diverse learning needs, including ADHD, Dyslexia, and ASD, with visually engaging content, flexible pacing, and interactive assignments. Additional accommodations are available upon request.

Parental Guidance

Parental Guidance 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The class content is suitable for most learners and does not include any upsetting or scary material. Students will be required to use third-party tools such as Google Classroom, Pear Deck, Quizlet, and Kahoot for interactive assignments and activities. Accounts may be needed for some of these tools, and instructions will be provided on how to set them up securely.

Pre-Requisites

No formal prerequisites required. A basic understanding of U.S. history and geography is helpful, along with comfort using online learning platforms.

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