US Government: A New Beginning, Declaration of Independence, Save $5.00

US Government: A New Beginning, Declaration of Independence, Save $5.00

Learn the purpose and significance of the Declaration, influences on its primary author that helped shape this document, and how it conntributed to the Constitution. This class provides an in-depth look into this magnificent document!

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7 reviews for this class

Completed by 20 learners

50 minutes

per class

Once per week

over 5 weeks

13-17

year olds

3-10

learners per class

per learner - per class

How does a “Multi-Day” course work?

Meets multiple times at scheduled times

Live video chats, recorded and monitored for safety and quality

Discussions via classroom forum and private messages with the teacher

Great for engaging projects and interacting with diverse classmates from other states and countries

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In 2018 the Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation executed a study of the American public that found that only 19% of Americans under 45 could pass a basic multiple-choice U.S. citizenship test like those taken by immigrants to become citizens. The test, made up...

Students will learn about the events that led the colonists to rise up against the Crown, the sometimes surprising closely held beliefs of the primary author, the purpose of the document, changes to Jefferson's first draft, his style and approach, and the purpose of each of the four sections of the document.

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Worksheets are sometimes assigned for homework. I will recommend videos or writings for students, but these are not required.

A copy of the final version Declaration of Independence with numbered paragraphs and notations will be provided. All materials will be provided via email attachment.

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

There will not a be a formal grading process unless requested by the parent; however, short quizzes may be given at the end of some classes so that I might measure class understanding of the material covered. Those who are using the course for homeschooling should feel free to contact me about your needs.

50 minutes per week in class, and an estimated 1 - 2 hours per week outside of class.

None

Students will need a copy of Thomas Jefferson's final Declaration of Independence. I will send each student a copy of the final Declaration of Independence that will include numbered paragraphs and additional notations..

Students will also need a notebook and a writing instrument for notes.

Teacher

Brin Lewis

College Bound, College Ready

79 total reviews

133 completed classes

About Me

Hi, and thank you for considering one of my classes. My name is Brin Lewis and I would like to help prepare your child for college in areas that are critical for your child's success beyond high school. It is to this end that I decided to become...