The Rock: What Was It Like to Be a Prisoner on Alcatraz?
This one-time course will explore the history of Alcatraz as a prison as well as what it was like to be a prisoner there.
Elan Divine
Average rating:
4.4
Number of reviews:(49)
What's included
1 live meeting
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Alcatraz has a very long and interesting history that spans over one hundred years. The most riveting history is its use as an impenetrable prison for the most hardened criminals. This class will focus both on this history and daily life on the island. We will also look at some of the more famous criminals who lived on the island for a time as well as some of the more famous and unsolved escape attempts. At the conclusion of the class we will have an escape room where students will have to solve puzzles to "escape" from Alcatraz.
Learning Goals
While this class does cover the history of Alcatraz and its use, it will be more laid back and will focus more on the central escape room activity.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Alcatraz was a prison full of violent offenders. We will focus less on the crimes committed, but will mention some of the violence that occurred throughout the history of the island.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2019
4.4
49reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I hold a master's degree in education from George Washington University and a LMSW from Columbia University. I love exploring different historical topics with my students. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
90 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
2-10 learners per class
