The Women's War Effort During World War II - American (United States) History
This is a multi-day course offering insights to the various roles women played during the WWII war effort.
What's included
4 live meetings
2 in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Women were an influential part of the success of the Allies during World War II. They played a role both on the homefront and abroad. When World War II is taught in most schools, there is often little time to acknowledge the many accomplishments and roles women played during the war. Each class will focus on one aspect of women's contributions to World War II. Below is a list of topics that will be covered in each class. Class 1: Women in the military, including WAACS, WACS, WASPS, SPARS, and more Class 2: Women's Contributions on the Homefront Class 3: Women's Contributions on the Homefront Class 4: Women's Contributions Overseas
Learning Goals
Students will improve their understanding of the role of women during World War II.
Other Details
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Resources used as reference in the course but not required to purchase:
Our Mother's War by Emily Yellin
https://a.co/d/fRXwSgK
Helmets and Lipstick by Haskel
https://a.co/d/1xVvtTc
Fly Girls by Pearson
https://a.co/d/4oJTRkB
A Women's War Too by Wright Peterson
https://a.co/d/34BMRMq
Women Heros of WWII by Engalman
https://a.co/d/eMY5495
Joined February, 2023
Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Master's Degree in History from Southern New Hampshire University
I am a certified Social Studies teacher for 8-12 in Texas. I've worked in education for 13 years teaching a variety of social studies subjects at various levels from 9th-12th grade. I am also an Adjunct Professor of History. I am an AP certified teacher for U.S. History and European History. I also own my own curriculum writing business, helping other teachers address the needs of their students with a variety of encaging resources. I believe that it is important to help students connect with the content they're learning and how it affects the world we live in today. Fun fact: I have two published books. One covers U.S. History since Reconstruction and the other one is a children's book I wrote for my son.Reviews
Live Group Class
$40
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
4-18 learners per class
