U.S. History- The American Revolution: Independence or Bust (Flex)
This 8-week class will cover the events and people that lived during and participated in the U.S. Revolution.
Tamara J Stafford (T.J.)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(172)
What's included
Homework
1 hour per week. Each week will have a worksheet to be completed with each lesson. A final writing assignment will also be assigned in which the format will be determined by each students age and grade.Assessment
Each assignment will serve as a tool to measure how well students are retaining information.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
It is often said that truth is stranger than fiction, and this is certainly the case when it comes to the American Revolution. In this class, students will learn about the fascinating and often overlooked details and people that were influential in the making of the United States. Starting with the Boston Massacre and continuing on to the adopting of the U.S. Constitution, each week will include a handout designed for note taking in whichever format each particular class requires (timeline, Venn diagram, etc.) These worksheets will be graded and returned with feedback. Additionally students will complete a writing assignment outside of class on a figure from the time period which will be due at the conclusion of the course. This class will explore the many different people and viewpoints involved in the fight for independence as well as those influential in designing the structure that the new government would assume. The people studied will range from founding fathers to Revolutionary spies. Students will learn about the role that enslaved African American's had on the the Revolution as well from saving the Continental Army from Small Pox to acquiring essential information for the victory at Yorktown. It is my goal to inspire students to get excited about learning more about this fascinating time period. Week 1 (March 9-12) The Boston Massacre and The Boston Tea Party Week 2 (March 16-19) The Shot Heard Round the World and the Beginning of the Revolutionary War Week 3 (March 22-26) George Washington Week 4 (March 29- April 2) Revolutionary Spies Week 5 (April 5-9) Continental Congress Week 6 (April 12-16) The Declaration of Independence and the End of the War Week 7 (April 19-23) Alexander Hamilton Week 8 (April 26-30) The Constitution and the Birth of the U.S. Government.
Learning Goals
Students will have a clear understanding of the events leading up to, during, and immediately following the American Revolution. Students will also consider multiple view points of those living in the time period including women, and African Americans.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parents should be advised that sensitive subjects such as slavery and war will be addressed in this class. These topics will always be addressed in a straightforward manner and students will have the opportunity to ask questions and discuss what is being taught.
Supply List
A handout will be available to print before Monday of each week.
External Resources
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Joined December, 2020
4.9
172reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Liberty University
I have a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education Interdisciplinary Studies with a declared minor in Psychology. My degree training included preparation for all core subjects for this age group. Additionally, I have also completed multiple courses on American history and Western Civilization as part of my training. My studies for my declared minor in Psychology included courses on developmental psychology which is essential to the way in which sensitive topics will be addressed in this course. As a teacher, I have taught over 200 online classes, including a variety of U.S. history courses in which the American Revolution is the focal point. These classes have covered social injustices and war. My focus on psychology and experience teaching U.S. history plays an essential role in how this information is presented to ensure accuracy and age appropriateness. The lessons planned for this course are also part of an ongoing history class that I have taught through this platform over recent months. Reviews
Live Group Class
$10
weekly or $75 for 8 weeks8 weeks
Completed by 6 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
