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The History of Arizona - From Ancient Tribes to Modern Times Self-Paced Course
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Ages 12-16
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18 pre-recorded lessons
18 weeks of teacher support
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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 CurriculumStandards
Aligned with State-Specific Standards4 Units
18 Lessons
over 18 WeeksUnit 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.
Supply List
Learner Supply List 📝 For this course, students will need access to a computer or tablet with internet connectivity to access Google Classroom and other online tools such as Pear Deck, Quizlet, and Kahoot. Basic supplies like a notebook, pens, and pencils will be necessary for taking notes and completing assignments. Occasionally, students may need to use art supplies such as colored pencils, markers, and poster paper for creative projects and presentations. All online resources and readings will be provided within the course platform, so no additional textbooks or materials are required.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Sources 📚
For this course, we will draw upon a variety of credible and authoritative sources to ensure that the information presented is factual and well-supported by research. The core information for the class will come from the following sources:
Books:
"Arizona: A History" by Thomas E. Sheridan
"The Ancient Southwest: A Guide to Archaeological Sites" by Gregory McNamee
"Desert Indians: The Tribes of the Southwest" by T. J. Ferguson
Articles and Journals:
"The Impact of Spanish Missions in Arizona" from the Journal of Southwest History
"Economic Development in the American West: Arizona's Role" from Western Historical Quarterly
"Modern Arizona: Civil Rights and Social Change" from the Arizona Historical Review
Websites:
Arizona Historical Society (https://arizonahistoricalsociety.org/)
National Park Service - Grand Canyon National Park (https://www.nps.gov/grca/index.htm)
Arizona State Library, Archives, and Public Records (https://azlibrary.gov/)
Educational Videos:
PBS Learning Media - Arizona History Series
National Geographic Documentaries on Native American Tribes
These sources provide a comprehensive and well-rounded view of Arizona's history, covering various perspectives and interpretations. By incorporating materials from books, academic articles, credible websites, and educational videos, we ensure that the course content is both factual and inclusive of multiple viewpoints.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a teaching certificate
Mississippi Teaching Certificate
Mississippi Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in Health/PE
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Arizona Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Arizona Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Doctoral Degree in Secondary School Administration/Principalship from Delta State University
Master's Degree in Secondary Education from University of Phoenix
Master's Degree in Psychology from California Southern University
Master's Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Excelsior University
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Excelsior University
Teacher Expertise 🍎
The teacher has an Arizona teaching license and is highly qualified to teach social studies and Arizona studies. With extensive experience in teaching history and a deep passion for Arizona's unique historical narrative, the teacher is dedicated to providing an engaging and informative educational experience. This expertise ensures that students will receive high-quality instruction and valuable insights into Arizona's rich history.
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