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The Korean War
Class experience
US Grade 8 - 11
The Korean War was a uniquely Cold War conflict with tremendous significance for future world events. This course will look at the events that led up to the war, the details of the war itself and why China became involved, the aftermath of the war, and the consequences of this conflict. Topics will include: prelude to conflict, why the DPRK chose to invade, why US forces did so poorly in the initial stages, why China chose to get involved, the UN and multi-national involvement in the...
Students will learn: 1. What led up to the Korean War? 2. Why did China get involved in the fighting? 3. How was the war fought? 4. Why was the Korean War so important? 5. What consequences does this conflict have for subsequent events?
Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
In-class knowledge checks, participation in class discussion.Grades Offered
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
The course content covers a violent conflict. There will be pictures in the class depicting combat. That could potentially be triggering for some individuals.
I was an instructor at George Mason University, University of Massachusetts, and University of Virginia. I've coached High School Debate (we finished 2nd in the country at NFL). I've coached youth soccer (including multiple all-star teams). ...
Group Class
$40
for 2 classes1x per week, 2 weeks
55 min
Completed by 24 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-13 learners per class