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The Hollywood Ten: Spies in Hollywood? Guilty or Innocent?
Ms. Coupe, BA, MSLS
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5.0
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In the early 1950's, dozens of Hollywood actors, producers, screenwriters -even Walt Disney- were accused of acting as spies or saboteurs who sought to undermine the United States government. Were they guilty, or innocent? This class looks at their story.
Class Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
COURSE CONTENT: This is a one-time class examining the Hollywood Ten and their role in Cold War America. The Hollywood Ten were members of the Hollywood elite. They were directors, script writers, and actors. This class will look at themes and events such as McCarthyism, World War II, the Soviet Union, Communism, and the House Committee on Un-American Activities. We will also talk about important event like the Army-McCarthy Hearings, and people such as Edward R. Murrow. Students will...
This class is taught in English.
- By the end of this class, students will be familiar with the Hollywood Ten, Joseph McCarthy, and the House Committee on Un-American Activities.
I hold a BA in History and Political Philosophy, and I am currently pursuing an MA in International Relations. My undergraduate thesis examined Soviet espionage and the McCarthy Red Scare of the 1940s and 1950s. I have read several books on the topic, and enjoy every opportunity to share Cold War history with others.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
This course discusses topics such as Communism, the U.S. Constitution, and social blacklisting. These are serious topics, some of which may continue to impact our world today. This class is intended for mature students looking to learn more about Cold War America.
This class is based off the books: - “Many Are the Crimes: McCarthyism in America”- Ellen Schrecker - “The Great Fear: The Anti-Communist Purge Under Truman and Eisenhower”- David Caute - “A Conspiracy so Immense: The World of Joseph McCarthy”- David M. Oshinsky
Joined March, 2020
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77reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelor's Degree in History from Belmont Abbey College
Hello there! I have a passion for history and I offer AP courses, tutoring, and social clubs in History, Political Science, Philosophy, writing, and literature. I have taught on Outschool for over 3 years, reaching over 200 learners. My...
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Group Class
$15
per classMeets once
65 min
Completed by 20 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-7 learners per class
