United States History in Pictures: An Inquiry Based Social Studies Exploration (Ages 14-16)
Uncover stories from the past and build critical thinking skills as we explore US History through primary source documents such as photographs, art and cartoons. #academic
Leigh Robertson
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(752)
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What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 10
You may have heard the saying, "A picture is worth a thousand words." But have you ever considered what it means? Join us as we dive into stories from the past by examining some famous and not so famous images. Each week we examine a specific historical topic through images and inquiry. Learners develop their critical thinking skills by sharing observations, prior knowledge, asking questions and working together to create inferences about the images. As the instructor I provide information on the time period and stories behind the images as we collaborate to determine the importance of each work. While the class is discussion based and designed to foster interaction and cooperation, learners are welcome to participate at their comfort level. If your learner prefers to listen or engage in the discussion through the chat box, that works too! Learners of all levels are welcome in this class. Some study of US History is helpful but not required as each learner brings their own unique knowledge, skills and life experiences to our group. Resources for further study of the week's topic, along with an optional project, are shared at the end of each class. It is important to know that this class is taught with an inclusive approach to history and images and stories of Americans from a broad range of backgrounds will be shared and discussed. Topics such as racism, prejudice, warfare, etc. will be addressed as they come up in a thoughtful and age-appropriate way. For more information, refer to the parental guidance section of this listing. This class is dyslexia friendly. Most of the content is presented through images and anything written in the presentation, along with relevant comments from the chat, will be read aloud to learners. Upcoming Topics Tuesdays at 4pm EST Week 1 August 27 See You at the Fair! Week 2 September 3 Remembering the Boarding Schools Week 3 September 10 Massacre in Boston? Week 4 September 17 Let's Have Some Fun! Week 5 September 24 Free Land Week 6 October 1 Strike it Rich! Week 7 October 8 Bicycles Week 8 October 15 How the Other Half Lives Week 9 October 22 The Worst Hard Time Week 10 October 29 Brother Can You Spare a Dime? Week 11 November 5 Building a New America Week 12 November 12 Was the New Deal a Good Deal? Week 13 November 19 Bicycles Change the World Week 14 November 26 Island of Hope, Island of Tears Week 15 December 3 Attack on Pearl Harbor Week 16 December 10 Made Into An Enemy Week 17 December 17 Stereoscope and the National Parks ********* December 24 NO CLASS ********* December 31 NO CLASS Week 18 January 7 The Labor Movement Week 19 January 14 Remembering Dr. King Week 20 January 21 Flower Power Week 21 January 28 Prepare to Blast Off Week 22 February 4 Segregation through the Lens Week 23 February 11 Nowhere to go but UP Week 24 February 18 Meet me at the Playground Week 25 February 25 Trail of Tears Week 26 March 4 Slam Dunk! Week 27 March 11 Newsies take a stand Week 28 March 18 Lady Liberty Week 29 March 25 Cuyahoga Week 30 April 1 Sitting Down to Take a Stand Week 31 April 8 Fallout: Cuban Missile Crisis Week 32 April 15 The Wall Week 33 April 22 Kids At Work Week 34 April 29 First In Flight Week 35 May 6 We Can Do It! Week 36 May 13 Get in the Scrap This is an ongoing subscription class that learners can join and leave anytime! If you do wish to drop the class, please note that Outschool charges the subscriptions each week on Sunday. This class is also offered for younger learners. For more information, you can view the classes here or send me a message. Ages 8-12: https://outschool.com/classes/history-in-pictures-an-interactive-exploration-of-us-history-UgNy0aPl?usid=7xIIHsRK&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link Ages 11-14: https://outschool.com/classes/history-in-pictures-an-interactive-exploration-of-us-history-HnxhYmuf#us7xIIHsRK
Learning Goals
Learners will practice historical thinking skills while exploring various topics throughout United States history.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
I put a great deal of thought into teaching history in a way that is age appropriate for younger learners while also being true to the realities of what really happened. I have had extensive training in teaching difficult topics from organizations such as National Humanities Center and the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching. A high level of care and consideration has been applied when selecting resources and images for the course that will help learners gain an understanding of the past while remaining age appropriate. These resources include, but are not limited to, materials from PBS Learning Media, the Smithsonian Institution, and Facing History and Ourselves, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping teachers and students stand up to racism through learning and exploring history. No graphic images or videos will be shown in the class. However, sensitive topics will be addressed in a honest and forthright manner. If you have any concerns about whether this is an appropriate course for your learner, please reach out to me.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
A high level of care and consideration has been applied when selecting resources and images for the course that will help learners gain an understanding of the past while remaining age appropriate. These resources include, but are not limited to, materials from PBS Learning Media, the Smithsonian Institution, and Facing History and Ourselves, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping teachers and students stand up to racism through learning and exploring history. No graphic images or videos will be shown in the class. However, sensitive topics will be addressed in a honest and forthright manner. If you have any concerns about whether this is an appropriate course for your learner, please reach out to me.
Joined October, 2019
4.9
752reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
North Carolina Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
I am a licensed social studies educator (NC Teaching License) with a M.Ed. in Secondary Social Studies education. I hold an undergraduate degree in History with a minor in Political Science. I am also a homeschooling mom of two children. I have over fifteen years of experience teaching a variety of social studies topics including the history of many marginalized groups in the United States and other stories that are often not told in mainstream history courses. I have taken professional development courses with a focus on inclusivity in teaching history through institutions including the National Humanities Center, Smithsonian Institution and the North Carolina Center for the Advancement of Teaching. I am also certified to teach Advanced Placement United States History and Advanced Placement United States Government and Politics and have taught both courses for over ten years. Reviews
Live Group Class
$16
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 49 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-16
3-11 learners per class
