Social Studies
Visual History: Draw Stick Figure Stories of Modern World History (Ages 11-14)
Over a 24 week cycle that can be started any time, learners use drawing and discussion to explore the geography, politics, sociology, inventions, revolutions, conflicts and modern context of diverse cultures from 1400 AD on
Benjamin Corey's Creative Curriculum Cooperative
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Completed by 203 learners
11-14
year old learners
6th-8th
US Grade Level
3-10
learners per class
$17
Charged weekly
Meets 1x per week
Runs week after week
55 minutes per class
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Available times
Pacific
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Description
Class Experience
In an increasingly diverse and dynamic global culture, it is imperative for us to understand the historical context that has led us to our current paradigm. Often, diverse historical perspectives can become lost or drowned out in favor of the familiar and accessible. In this weekly history class, learners work through a modern world history curriculum covering 1400 AD up until the present day. Learners will explore great inventions, ideas, conflicts, revolutions and unsung heroes (and...
Teacher Jamie has a Bachelor of Arts in History from Georgia State University, and has been credentialed to teach social studies by the state of Georgia. He has over 5 years of experience teaching world history and geography to learners both abroad and in the public school systems of the USA. He has deep experience in diverse classrooms leading discussions of historical and political issues and ensuring that all voices are head and respected.
Although ongoing classes are not supposed to build on previous weeks, topics are often tied to related articles. Learners are encouraged to read these articles in the context of what they have learned in the class meeting.
1 file available upon enrollment- Something to draw with - Something to draw on
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
55 minutes per week in class, and no time outside of class.
While history is filled with fascinating stories, there are events that can be upsetting for some learners. Teacher Jamie has years of classroom experience navigating these difficult subjects with compassion and objectivity. Learners can expect to share their own perspectives in a respectful, safe environment that is inclusive of all learners, regardless of their socio-economic status, race, ethnicity, sexuality and gender identity. Learners that engage in abusive or harmful behavior directed at other learners will immediately be removed from the discussion.
World Content History Standards: https://phi.history.ucla.edu/nchs/world-history-content-standards/ Many moments in history deal with the realities of discrimination based on race, sexuality, gender identity, and religion. Discussions of the topics follow the guidelines of the UCLA Public History Initiative and can be examined here: Historical Comprehension: https://phi.history.ucla.edu/nchs/historical-thinking-standards/2-historical-comprehension/ Historical Analysis and Interpretation: https://phi.history.ucla.edu/nchs/historical-thinking-standards/2-historical-comprehension/ Historical Issues: https://phi.history.ucla.edu/nchs/historical-thinking-standards/5-historical-issues/
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We are the Creative Curriculum Cooperative, a group of educators passionate about making learning exciting and engaging. Our classes explore dynamic ecosystems, investigate lost civilizations, and build mythologies. We believe that the world is...
