U.S. History (Part 1): From Pilgrims to Patton (Middle School Ages 10-14)
Class experience
US Grade 5 - 8
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.
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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.
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...
Group Class
$90
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
55 min
Completed by 66 learners
Live video meetings
Ages 11-14
2-5 learners per class