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This Week in History- For 9-12 Year Olds!

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Ages 9-12
Live Group Class
In this class, students will learn about historic events that happened "this week" in history.
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Live video meetings
1x per week, 8 weeks
3-7 learners per class
30 min

What's included

8 live meetings
4 in-class hours
Homework
If a student wants to learn more about a topic mentioned, I will recommend that they either look up the information using the suggested websites included in this listing, or suggest arranging an individual tutoring session with me.
Assessment
Formative assessment through discussion

Class Experience

US Grade 4 - 6
Beginner Level
This class will provide students the opportunity to increase their knowledge of world history.  I can lead the discussion, or students can do research beforehand and share what they found with each other.  We will focus on briefly exploring a range of topics that are of interest to the learners.  Slides, images and/or video clips will be included.  Student participation and discussion is encouraged.  

The "week" will be determined by the Monday through Sunday dates.  When determining which events to discuss, I will pre-select a range of events that I think would be interesting to participants and ones that support meeting the National Council of Social Studies standards. If a student wants to research an event not on the list, it would need to be discussed first with the parent and I would also need to approve.  We'll focus on big history and main ideas.  This will not be a lecture about everything that happened "this week" in history.  

For example, for the week of February 1-7, my pre-selected range of events would be:
2/1/1884         Oxford dictionary published
2/2/1887         First Groundhog Day in the U.S.
2/4/1938		Disney released Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
2/4/2004        Zuckerberg launched Facebook
2/6/1952		Elizabeth II crowned Queen of England 
2/7/1964		Beatles arrive in New York

I strive to make learning fun and to get students excited about learning history and social studies topics.  No prior knowledge is required.

Depending on the number of learners enrolled, and the interest in certain things being discussed, the outline may be adjusted slightly to allow for more depth and/or student led research.  Students are encouraged to ask questions, if needed.  A positive class culture is a must, so I prefer learners to take turns when participating and to treat each other respectfully.

Learning Goals

-Students will strengthen their understanding about historic events that happened around the world.
-Students will discuss thoughts and ideas about historic events.

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Violent or graphic images or language will not be included or allowed. Topics will be share in the online classroom. I want to avoid things that would make any student uncomfortable. If a sensitive topic, marginalized group or other historical conversation of sensitive nature occurs, I will ensure the focus is on the historical event we are discussing, relying on the facts.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history (the date can be adjusted backwards and forwards) https://www.historycentral.com/dates/ https://www.onthisday.com/

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Teacher expertise and credentials
Indiana Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Missouri Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Master's Degree in Education from University of Missouri, St. Louis
Bachelor's Degree in History from University of Missouri, St. Louis
I am a certified social studies teacher with over a decade of experience working with learners.  I am certified in Missouri and Indiana to teach social studies to grades 5-12.  *Social studies refers to American History, Geography, Government/Civics, Sociology, Psychology, and World History.  
I focus on individualizing lessons to meet the needs of learners, including those who struggling and/or students who need more challenge.  I have a BA in Political Science, a MA in Secondary Education, and an Ed Spec degree in Educational Technology.  I use technologies in effective and creative ways to enhance the learning process and increase motivation of learners.  
If a parent has any questions about my education and/or qualifications, I encourage them to message me.  

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