The Story of US History: World War 1 and 1920s
In this 12 week self-paced class learners will learn about History of the United States of America from the lead up to World War 1 to the Stock Market Crash of 1929
Chrissie D
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4.8
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What's included
12 pre-recorded lessons
12 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssignments
1-2 hours per week. For each lesson: 100 Word Essay Optional 5 question multiple choice quizGrading
PercentageClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
To understand History we need to understand the overall story of it and how things fit together. In this class, learners will learn about the overall story of American History by looking at the smaller stories that are a part of it. This class covers most of the 1910s up until the Stock Market Crash of 1929 and the start of the Great Depression. These will be given from a variety of perspectives and viewpoints. Each lesson will have a video lecture about the events. Each lesson will have some discussion about the events and their importance. Each week there will be an assigned essay question related to what was discussed in class, learners should submit a 100 word answer to the teacher before the following week's class. There will also be a 5 question multiple choice quiz given each week. At the end of the class there will be an optional 50 question multiple choice final exam
Learning Goals
To learn about the US history of World War 1 and the 1920s, be able to discuss it, and answer essay questions related to it.
Syllabus
4 Units
12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksUnit 1: Pre World War 1
Lesson 1:
Republicans divide, Democrats take over
Presidential Election of 1912, Woodrow Wilson Becomes President 3 assignments
Lesson 2:
Beginning of Woodrow Wilson’s Presidency
Wilson's early International Relations, Clayton Antitrust Act 3 assignments
Unit 2: World War 1
Lesson 3:
Start of World War 1
Europe goes to War, US stays out 3 assignments
Lesson 4:
US-Foreign Relations Before entering World War 1
US relations with Germany, Japan, and Mexico during early World War 1 3 assignments
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class covers an active period of history, in which there were several wars, and featured the mistreatment of various groups. These topics will be handled in an age appropriate manner. If parents have any questions or concerns please contact the teacher. If questions arise in class about these topics, they will be treated in a sensitive and inclusive way, while being accurate, and age appropriate. Learners will be encouraged to share their own opinions on the topics as well.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
"American History Review Text" by Irving L Gordon (Used every week)
Used all weeks as reference for teacher:
americanindian.si.edu/nk360/lessons-resources/search-resources
www.haudenosauneeconfederacy.com
www.americanyawp.com
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I love history and learning about how people lived during different times. I like to do research into how people lived and trying things out for myself. I believe the best way to learn about something is to try and experience it first hand and through this class we will try to experience this as best we can. I have traveled extensively and interacted with many cultures firsthand, so I have a broad first hand experience and understanding of different cultures and their effect and perspective on the world. I teach history classes on Outschool in a variety of formats and subjects, including many that include sensitive topics.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$18
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Ages: 10-15
