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Those Were the Czars—A Class on the History and Geography of Early Russia

Completed by 8 learners
Ages 10-12
Live Group Class
This 6-week class explores the geography, history, government, and culture of early Russia, from the Medieval period through the 19th Century.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(32 reviews)

No live video meetings
6 weeks
3-12 learners per class

What's included

Homework
1-2 hours per week. Each weekly selection to be read independently is an average of 1000 words. The selections were written for 5th graders, but the texts are compelling and content-rich such that they would challenge and satisfy the interest of 6th through 8th graders. Assignments are designed to help students engage with the content. The amount of time necessary to complete the assignments will depend on the learner.
Assessment
I will provide feedback on all submitted assignments. Completed work can be compiled into a portfolio. If requested I will provide a letter grade and certificate.
Grading
included

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 7
Ivan the Great. Ivan the Terrible.  Peter the Great.  Catherine the Great.  Those were the czars that made their mark on the fascinating land we know as Russia.  During this 6-week class, students will explore Russian geography, history, religion, literature, art, and music.

Lesson I: Geography and Early History
Lesson II: The Mongol Invasion
Lesson III: Ivan the Great
Lesson IV: Ivan the Terrible
Lesson V: Peter the Great
Lesson VI: Catherine the Great

Each week students will:
• view a recorded lesson that introduces the content
• view a recorded lesson that demonstrates the reading comprehension skill
• independently read and respond to a written text 
• practice rare-word vocabulary
• complete a challenge activity

In addition to the prerecorded lessons, I will provide a study exercise for each selection that focuses on a discreet study skill, such as summarizing, taking Cornell Notes, creating a content web, or using question-answer relationships to answer questions about a nonfiction text.

Please note: There are no scheduled live video chats.  Students will be expected to complete the weekly assignments and participate in the discussion board at their own pace by the end of the week. This course format works well if your learner prefers independent pacing or is uncomfortable with live video chat.

Learning Goals

Students will become familiar with the geography, key historical events, social structure, culture, and elites of Early Russia and gain background knowledge and rare-word vocabulary from a specific domain that will enhance their reading comprehension of nonfiction text.

Syllabus

6 Lessons
over 6 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Kievan Rus'
 This lesson will explore the geography and origins of Russia 
mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
The Mongol Invasion
 This lesson will discuss the breadth and aftermath of the Mongol Invasion. 
mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
The Third Rome
 This lesson will introduce Ivan the Great, Russia's first czar. 
mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Rivers of Blood
 This lesson will profile Ivan the Terrible. 
mins online live lesson

Other Details

Parental Guidance
All of the content for this class is appropriate for intermediate-level students. The text, which was published by Pearson Learning, was written for 5th graders. There is nothing violent, offensive, or controversial in this unit.
Supply List
Text: Czars and Shoguns, a free download available at https://www.coreknowledge.org/free-resource/ckhg-unit-07-early-russia/.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
  • padlet
  • quizlet

Meet the teacher

Joined August, 2020
5.0
32reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in History from Harvard University
Master's Degree in Education from Trinity Washington University
Bachelor's Degree from University of California Berkeley
I have taught this unit for several years as a full-time, certified Elementary and Secondary teacher at the District of Columbia Public Schools. My unique expertise is in developing and teaching content-rich, humanities units that integrate geography, history, literature, science, art, and music.  Additionally, I have developed a repertoire of strategies for teaching reading in the content area to intermediate-age students.

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