Social Studies
US Presidents (1861-1945): From Lincoln to Roosevelt
This four-week class looks at the lives and careers of the US Presidents from the Civil War to World War II
Nelson Vargas, J.D. Professor
342 total reviews for this teacher
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Completed by 35 learners
9-13
year old learners
4th-7th
US Grade Level
3-10
learners per class
$90
Charged upfront
$23 per class
Meets 1x per week
Over 4 weeks
55 minutes per class
Available times
Pacific
Description
Class Experience
The United States has had 46 Presidents since its founding. In this class, we explore the lives of the Presidents. Looking to the challenges they faced and their lives leading up to becoming the leader of the United States of America. We will also explore the office of the Presidency, how it has changed and grown. Classes will involve lectures, active discussion using the Socratic method in order to foster critical thinking. I will use slides and games, as well as providing hypothetical...
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.
Teacher
Nelson Vargas, J.D. ProfessorLaw, social studies, history, and civics teacher
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Lives in the
United States342 total reviews
507 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...
