U.S. History Part 2: From Truman to the Berlin Wall (Middle School 13 To 14)

This is a 4-week course that meets once a week for 1 hour. The curriculum is based on the MSDE standards for middle-school history. This class examines the history of the United States, starting with post-World War II until the present day. 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 course will provide multiple perspectives, including the historical perspectives of women, as well as exploring the experiences of racial and ethnic groups, including African American and migrant history. 

No prior knowledge is required. 

Week 1 
Introduction
End of WWII 
Truman Doctrine
Marshall Plan 
NATO 

Week 2 
Korean War
Cuban Missle Crisis
Vietnam War

Week 3
Civil Rights Movement
Watergate
Cold War

Week 4 
OPEC Crisis
Air Traffic Control Crisis 
Iran/Contra
USSR and United States relations