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Understanding the Life & Teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King

Completed by 42 learners
Ages 11-16
Live One-Time Class
In this class we will discuss the life, writings and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King in a way that will inspire young learners to want to make a difference in their own spheres of influence.
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:
(181 reviews)

Live video meetings
Meets once
8-18 learners per class
60 min

What's included

1 live meeting
1 in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 9
Most people know the historic facts about Dr. Martin Luther King, but few understand his philosophy. In this class we will study his writings, speeches, and transcribed interviews.  We will also study little known facts, like what his real first name was, or how he grew as a preacher. We will bravely delve into how he was destined to be a change element in the civil rights movement. Besides examining the iconic “I Have a Dream” speech, we will also look at some of his other less popular public addresses, sermons, and published works. Finally, we will discuss the historic backdrop of his masterful correspondence, “Letter from a Birmingham Jail”

This class will be lively with discussion of ideas.  As an African American mom and lover of Black history I guarantee your child will grow in their appreciation of the man, Dr. Martin Luther King the civil rights movement and finally, and probably most importantly, grasp the vision of a man who inspired others to change the world.. 

While the content may seem weighty, it will be delivered in a warm and inviting style appropriate for young sensitive minds. I hope to inspire students to want to stir change in their schools, communities, and the world around them. 

Class Content
•	History of Dr. King life, including little known facts involving some of his other writing
•	Information on Dr. King’s “I Have a Dream “ speech
•	Learners will write their own I Have a Dream speech using instructor-made template.
•	Learners will discuss selected segments from  “Letter from a Birmingham Jail”
•	Learners will discuss other segments from King’s writings- selected by the instructor

Learning Goals

Students will appreciate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther king.

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Parental Guidance
While the content may seem weighty, it will be delivered in a warm and inviting style appropriate for young sensitive minds. I hope to inspire students to want to stir change in their schools, communities, and the world around them. The civil rights movement will be presented using age-appropriate vocabulary.
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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

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This class will be lively with discussion of ideas.  As an African American mom and lover of Black history I guarantee your child will grow in their appreciation of the man, Dr. Martin Luther King the civil rights movement and finally, and probably most importantly, grasp the vision of a man who inspired others to change the world..


Carter is a busy homeschooling mother (of five), author, speaker and a college professor with a passion to help others. Besides teaching, she has written broadly on spiritual growth, education, special needs and cultural education.  She is the author of several books including Organize Your Life, Essential Writing Skills for the College Bound Student, Inspire the Writer in Your Child and Organize Your AD/HD Child.  In addition to writing fiction and poetry in her spare time, she blogs regularly on issues of clarity in written communication, college admissions and the Christian family.  She has a BA in English, a MFA in Writing and has done graduate study in Special Education and College Admission. Active in her local homeschool group, she has taught college-prep coop classes for several years. She has also written numerous literary guides and won academic awards for her writing. Her books have been translated into Japanese, Hebrew, German, Czech and Polish. Carter's curriculum and writing classes focus on equipping students with the vital skills for lifetime communication success. Her curriculum and classes are marked by a sense of depth, yet simplicity that nurture a love of writing in students. 

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