U.S. History - Standalone or Part 4 of 12 - 1780 To 1825 - The War Of 1812
In this 12-week standalone class, we will explore the first 30 years of U.S. history from Washington and Adams to Shay’s Rebellion, the Louisiana Purchase, and the War of 1812. Discover how a new nation found its footing!
Tina Hugall MHA MBA
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12 pre-recorded lessons
average 20 mins per video12 weeks
of teacher support4 hrs 2 mins
total video learning hours1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. Each week, learners will be given various readings, worksheets and discussion questions, and key assignments that will help them in understanding the material covered. These will vary from week to week. Learners will also have their choice of weekly extension projects.Assessment
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Certificate of Completion available upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 11
U.S. History is long and complicated, but the first 30 years after independence were especially pivotal. In this course, part of a 12-part series, students will explore how a new and uncertain republic began to define itself. From the presidencies of George Washington and John Adams to the foundations of federal government, we'll examine early triumphs, challenges, and missteps that shaped the country’s identity. Topics include: ⚖️ The formation of the U.S. government and the role of early leaders 🔥 Rebellions and scandals that tested the young nation (like Shays’ Rebellion and the Whiskey Rebellion) 🗺️ The Louisiana Purchase and its impact on westward expansion ⚔️ The War of 1812 and what it revealed about America’s position on the world stage We’ll explore the people, places, and key events that laid the groundwork for the 19th century and helped transform a fragile union into a lasting republic. 🎓 Course Format This is a self-paced, asynchronous course with no live meetings. Students will have 1 full year from their enrollment date to complete the course content. Instruction includes: 📽️ Recorded video lectures 📺 Curated YouTube content 📖 Supplemental readings and worksheets 🎨 Optional creative projects such as dioramas, recipes, film tie-ins, and more Teacher communication is available throughout the 20-week instructional window, with responses provided within 24 hours (excluding Sundays).
Learning Goals
Explain how the U.S. government was formed under early leaders like George Washington and John Adams.Describe key events, such as Shays’ Rebellion and the Whiskey Rebellion, that challenged federal authority.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
After the Revolutionary War; Shay's Rebellion;
The publics reaction to the new government 1 assignment
22 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
The Constitutional Convention; The Virginia Plan
1 assignment
24 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
The Federalist Papers; Ratifying the Constitution; Rights and Compromises
1 assignment
18 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Hamilton's Financial System; The Whiskey Rebellion; Federalist v. Antifederalist
1 assignment
29 mins of video lessons
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Parental Guidance
This class will utilize Youtube videos for sharing of lecture videos, as well as supplemental lessons. All Youtube videos are embedded into the Outschool platform.
This class will cover early American history, which includes topics of violence, domination, racism, slavery, and discrimination. All topics will be discussed at an age appropriate level. (Please check the age group of the class before registering.)
Some of the sources used for this course use derogatory and racist language towards Native Americans, African Americans, and others. My goal for this course is to be inclusive and to highlight how history is often more commonly written from the perspective of the perceived winner and to create an inclusive class that highlights multiple perspectives of history.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Some of the sources used for this class are, but not limited to:
Smithsonian
Britannica
National Geographic
PBS
Library of Congress
The American Yawp https://www.americanyawp.com/
An Indigenous People's History of the United States - Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz
The Birth of America - William R. Polk
The American Revolution in Indian Country - Colin G. Calloway
A People's History of the United States: 1492 to Present - Howard Zinn
The Colonization of North America 1492-1783 - Herbert Bolton
Forced Founders: Indians, Debtors, Slaves, and the Making of the American Revolution in Virginia - Woody Holton
The Marketplace of Revolution: How Consumer Politics Shaped American Independence - T.H. Breen
1776 The British Story of the American Revolution - The Sunday Times and Barclay Bank
Ratification: The People Debate the Constitution 1787-1788 - Pauline Maier
Undaunted Courage: Meriwether Lewis, Thomas Jefferson, and the Opening of the American West - Stephen Ambrose
The Civil War of 1812: American Citizens, British Subjects, Irish Rebels, and Indian Allies - Alan Taylor
Joined March, 2018
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Master's Degree from Louisiana State University
I have been an educator on Outschool since February of 2018. I have my MBA and MHA, both of which have taught me the value of conducting research and asking questions. I have a passion for history, organization, reading, and learning. You can usually find me in the middle of 2-3 books or watching a documentary.
I am also an Outschool ACE Educator, which means that I continually seek out ways to improve my teaching skills and knowledge, as well as the learner experience. Some of the seminars/courses that I have attended in the past are: Foundations for Teaching and Learning About Native Americans; The Presence and Absence of Asian America: What Truths Lie Beyond the Headlines; Using the “Diary of Anne Frank” to Amplify Students’ Voices; Painting a Just Picture – Art and Activism.
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Self-Paced Course
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weekly12 pre-recorded lessons
12 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
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Ages: 12-17
