U.S. History (Part 1): From Pilgrims to Patton (Middle School Ages 10-14)

A 4-week course based on the MSDE standards exploring American history from colonial settlements to World War II.

Nelson Vargas, J.D. Professor

213 total reviews for this teacher

9 reviews for this class

Completed by 34 learners

55 minutes

per class

Once per week

over 4 weeks

11-14

year olds

2-5

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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Wed Jun 8

Jun 8 - Jun 29 (4 weeks)

Tuesdays
12am - 12:55am

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Sat Jun 11

Jun 11 - Jul 2 (4 weeks)

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12am - 12:55am

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Description

Class Experience

This is a 4-week course that meets once a week for 1 hour. This class examines the history of the United States, starting with colonial settlements until World War II. The class is a lecture- and discussion-based course. Participation is encouraged but not required. I enjoy telling stories from the perspective of the people who lived through and experienced the events discussed, so much of the class will focus on historical narratives, pictures, and videos of events being studied. 

The...

As required by Outschool policy regarding the teaching of sensitive topics, I would note that I have significant expertise in conflict resolution and mediation. I have received mediation training as part of my legal degree and receive continuing education training in both mediation and conflict resolution to retain my legal licensure.

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

55 minutes per week in class, and maybe some time outside of class.

The class will address armed conflicts. Class discussion will focus on the lasting legacy of these conflicts and how they continue to shape the world today.

Teacher

Nelson Vargas, J.D. Professor

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Lives in the United States

Law, social studies, history, and civics teacher

213 total reviews

331 completed classes

About Me

I am a judge, former federal prosecutor, policy counsel, and college and law school professor. My bachelor's degree is from the State University of New York at Albany in Political Science and History, with a minor in Economics. I also earned a...