The Tools of War: Tanks of World War II (Week-Long Camp)
In this STEM-focused military history class we will look at the engineering development of five tanks from the end of World War I to the end of World War II, including their design, construction, and use in combat.
Nelson Dean, M.Ed.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(304)
What's included
5 live meetings
4 hrs 10 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Each week we will select and examine a tank that cut its teeth in the most destructive and technologically creative war of the twentieth century in a course that combines military history with science, engineering, principles of industrial design, and even human psychology. We will follow the tank through its design, development, and service record before following up by looking at how the opposing side responded to its use and looking at its overall impact on the wars. As a part of this process we will not only look at the science behind these vehicles, but the way they affected real people through images and primary sources. Session 1: the early Panzers Session 2: The T-34 Session 3: The Sherman Session 4: The Panther Session 5: the Tiger Class will involve a combination of lecture and instructor-led discussion, so students are encouraged to ask questions and share ideas within the structure of the class! One final note: for the safety of all of our students and to ensure that I can work with each student effectively, I do require students have their cameras turned on and be visible at all times. Students who cannot comply will be moved to the waiting room.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
While the structure of the course is academic in nature and the instructor intends to avoid graphic depictions of violence, there will be times that the course involves the discussion of military behaviors in a historical context.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
4.9
304reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of Georgia
Bachelor's Degree in History from University of Georgia
For the last decade, I have taught a variety of Advanced Placement classes in a brick-and-mortar high school from AP World History, AP European History, AP Art History, and AP English Language so I have many years of experience teaching this material to a diverse array of students. I have also been teaching military technology on Outschool for the last year, and am thrilled to be on this platform to share my passion for the humanities with new students at a variety of age levels.Reviews
Live Group Class
$100
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 60 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
3-12 learners per class
