When Women Ruled the World: Unveiling History's Most Powerful Women
Unleash the untold stories of remarkable women throughout history in this empowering class that celebrates their courage, resilience, and indelible impact on society.
Miss Kennah, B.A. in Anthropology and Thanatology
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What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
*Coupon code for $10 off your first class until December 12, 2024: KENNAH22210* Unleash the power and resilience of women who defied expectations, shattered barriers, and left an indelible mark on history in this captivating and empowering course. Through an engaging exploration of the lives and achievements of remarkable women, we will delve into their extraordinary stories, gaining a deeper understanding of their impact on society and their role in shaping the world we live in today. From ancient civilizations to modern times, we will embark on a journey through time, discovering the courageous women who challenged societal norms and fought against injustice. We will delve into the lives of influential figures such as Cleopatra, Hatshepsut, Joan of Arc, and Sojourner Truth, examining their contributions to politics, art, science, activism, and more. Through in-depth discussions and multimedia presentations, we will uncover the challenges these women faced, the obstacles they overcame, and the legacies they left behind. By studying their achievements, we will gain valuable insights into the broader historical context in which they thrived and the ongoing struggle for gender equality. *Week 1: Cleopatra *Week 2: Hypatia of Alexandria *Week 3: Boudica *Week 4: Joan of Arc *Week 5: Eleanor of Aquitaine *Week 6: Sappho *Week 7: Hatshepsut *Week 8: Mary Wollstonecraft *Week 9: Empress Catherine the Great *Week 10: Ada Lovelace *Week 11: Sojourner Truth *Week 12: Rosa Parks *Week 13: Marie Curie *Week 14: Frida Kahlo *Week 15: Harriet Tubman *Week 16: Artemisia Gentileschi *Week 17: Angela Merkel *Week 18: Murasaki Shikibu *Week 19: Serena Williams *Week 20: Kamala Harris *Week 21: Nefertiti *Week 22: Grace O'Malley (Gráinne Mhaol) *Week 23: Marie Antoinette *Week 24: Queen Elizabeth I *Week 25: Anne Boleyn *Week 26: Wangari Maathai *Week 27: Claudette Colvin *Week 28: Taylor Swift *Week 29: Princess Diana Spencer *Week 30: Isabella I of Spain *Week 31: Anna Ivanova of Russia *Week 32: Rani Lakshmi Bai of India *Week 33: Fredegund of Neustria *Week 34: Teuta of Illyria *Week 35: Queen Elizabeth II *Week 36: Tomyris of Achaemenid Empire *Week 37: Julia Aggripina of Rome *Week 38: Ranavalona I of Madagascar *Week 39: Isabella of France *Week 40: Messalina Valeria of Rome *Week 41: Irene of Athens *Week 42: Zenobia of Palmyrene Empire *Week 43: Olga of Kiev *Week 44: Beyonce Giselle Knowles Carter *Week 45: Afeni Shakur *Week 46: Zheng Yi Sao *Week 47: Enheduanna *Week 48: Ching Shih *Week 49: Queen Nzinga Mbandi of Ndongo and Matamba *Week 50: Queen Amina of Zaria *Week 51: Queen Makeda of Axum *Week 52: Queen Kandace of Meroë *Week 53: Tomoe Gozen *Week 54: Rani Lakshmibai *Week 55: Sacagawea *Week 56: Amelia Earhart *Week 57: Gracia Mendes Nasi *Week 58: Nakano Takeko *Week 59: Maryam Mirzakhani *Week 60: Simone Biles *Week 61: Ruby Bridges *Week 62: Fu Hao *Week 63: Tomyris, Queen of the Massagetae *Week 64: Cynane, Sister of Alexander the Great *Week 65: Olympias, Mother of Alexander the Great *Week 66: Madame de Pompadour *Week 67: Berengaria *Week 68: Empress Matilda *Week 69: Jane Goodall *Week 70: Élisabeth Vigée Le Brun *Week 71: Assata Shakur *Week 72: Annie Edson Taylor *Week 73: Queen Puduhepa *Week 74: Aspasia of Miletus *Week 75: Queen Gorgo *Week 76: Livia Drusilla *Week 77: Julia Domna *Week 78: Fulvia **Further topics to be announced...* In this class, you will have the opportunity to engage with primary and secondary sources, critically analyze historical narratives, and explore the intersectionality of gender with other social, cultural, and political factors. We will examine how women from diverse backgrounds, including different races, ethnicities, and social classes, have shaped history and made enduring contributions. Disclaimer: This is a learner led course where students gather for lectures and discussions about these influential women. Also, students will have the opportunity to request different women to learn about in class. By delving into the stories of exceptional women throughout the ages, we aim to challenge traditional narratives, inspire critical thinking, and foster a deeper appreciation for the strength, resilience, and determination of women. Join us on this enlightening journey as we celebrate the untold stories and exceptional achievements of historical women, and gain a renewed understanding of the immense impact they have had on our world.
Learning Goals
1. Appreciation of Women's Contributions: The first learning goal is for students to develop a deep appreciation for the significant contributions women have made throughout history. By studying the stories, achievements, and struggles of badass women, students will gain a broader understanding of their impact on various fields such as politics, science, arts, and social activism.
2. Understanding Intersectionality: Another important learning goal is for students to recognize and understand the concept of intersectionality. Women's experiences and achievements are shaped not only by gender but also by factors such as race, class, ethnicity, and other identities. By exploring the diverse backgrounds of these influential women, students will grasp the complexity and nuances of intersectionality and how it intersects with historical contexts.
3. Empowerment and Critical Thinking: The third learning goal is to empower students and encourage critical thinking. By examining the challenges faced by badass women throughout history, students will learn about resilience, determination, and the power of standing up against societal norms and oppression. This class should foster an environment that empowers students to question stereotypes, challenge dominant narratives, and think critically about gender roles and societal expectations.
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
1. Cleopatra:
- Roller, Duane W. "Cleopatra: A Biography." Oxford University Press, 2018.
- Southern, Pat. "Cleopatra." Amberley Publishing, 2016.
- Grant, Michael. "Cleopatra." Penguin Books, 1990.
2. Hypatia of Alexandria:
- Deakin, Michael. "Hypatia of Alexandria: Mathematician and Martyr." Prometheus Books, 2007.
- Cameron, Averil. "Hypatia: The Life and Legend of an Ancient Philosopher." Oxford University Press, 1995.
- Dzielska, Maria. "Hypatia of Alexandria." Harvard University Press, 1995.
3. Boudica:
- Webster, Graham. "Boudica: The Warrior Queen." Vintage, 2006.
- Tacitus. "Agricola and Germany." Oxford World's Classics, 1999.
- Sealey, Paul. "Boudica's Last Stand: Britain's Revolt Against Rome AD 60-61." Routledge, 2016.
4. Joan of Arc:
- Pernoud, Régine, and Clin, Marie-Véronique. "Joan of Arc: Her Story." St. Martin's Griffin, 1999.
- Castor, Helen. "Joan of Arc: A History." HarperCollins, 2015.
- Fraioli, Deborah A. "Joan of Arc: The Early Debate." Boydell Press, 2002.
5. Eleanor of Aquitaine:
- Weir, Alison. "Eleanor of Aquitaine: A Life." Ballantine Books, 2001.
- Flori, Jean. "Eleanor of Aquitaine: Queen and Legend." University of Pennsylvania Press, 1998.
- Meade, Marion. "Eleanor of Aquitaine: A Biography." Penguin Books, 1977.
6. Sappho:
- Barnard, Mary. "Sappho: A New Translation." University of California Press, 2016.
- Rayor, Diane J. "Sappho: A New Translation of the Complete Works." Cambridge University Press, 2014.
- Duban, Jeffrey. "Sappho: The Tenth Muse." University of Texas Press, 1995.
7. Hatshepsut:
- Tyldesley, Joyce. "Hatchepsut: The Female Pharaoh." Penguin Books, 1998.
- Roehrig, Catharine H., et al. "Hatshepsut: From Queen to Pharaoh." Metropolitan Museum of Art, 2005.
- Redford, Donald B. "Pharaohs of the Sun: Akhenaten, Nefertiti, Tutankhamen." Princeton University Press, 2001.
9. Mary Wollstonecraft:
- Todd, Janet. "Mary Wollstonecraft: A Revolutionary Life." Columbia University Press, 2000.
- Taylor, Barbara. "Mary Wollstonecraft and the Feminist Imagination." Cambridge University Press, 2003.
- Tomalin, Claire. "The Life and Death of Mary Wollstonecraft." Penguin Books, 1992.
10. Empress Catherine the Great:
- Massie, Robert K. "Catherine the Great: Portrait of a Woman." Random House, 2011.
- Rounding, Virginia. "Catherine the Great: Love, Sex, and Power." St. Martin's Griffin, 2007.
- Dixon, Simon. "Catherine the Great." Profile Books, 2009.
11. Ada Lovelace:
- Woolley, Benjamin. "The Bride of Science: Romance, Reason, and Byron's Daughter." Pantheon, 1999.
- Essinger, James. "Ada's Algorithm: How Lord Byron's Daughter Ada Lovelace Launched the Digital Age." Melville House, 2014.
- Toole, Betty Alexandra. "Ada: The Enchantress of Numbers: Poetical Science." Strawberry Press, 1998.
12. Sojourner Truth:
- Painter, Nell Irvin. "Sojourner Truth: A Life, A Symbol." W. W. Norton & Company, 1996.
- Mabee, Carleton. "Sojourner Truth: Slave, Prophet, Legend." New York University Press, 1993.
- Lutz, Alma. "Crusade for Justice: The Autobiography of Ida B. Wells." University of Chicago Press, 1970.
13. Rosa Parks:
- Parks, Rosa, with Brinkley, Douglas. "Rosa Parks: My Story." Puffin Books, 1999.
- Haskins, James. "Rosa Parks: My Story." Bantam Doubleday Dell Books for Young Readers, 1992.
- Theoharis, Jeanne. "The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks." Beacon Press, 2015.
14. Marie Curie:
- Quinn, Susan. "Marie Curie: A Life." Da Capo Press, 1996.
- Goldsmith, Barbara. "Obsessive Genius: The Inner World of Marie Curie." W. W. Norton & Company, 2005.
- Curie, Eve. "Madame Curie: A Biography." Da Capo Press, 2001.
15. Frida Kahlo:
- Herrera, Hayden. "Frida: A Biography of Frida Kahlo." Harper Perennial, 2002.
- Zamora, Martha, and Wilson, Lisa E. "The Diary of Frida Kahlo: An Intimate Self-Portrait." Harry N. Abrams, 2005.
- Kettenmann, Andrea. "Frida Kahlo." Taschen, 2003.
17. Harriet Tubman:
- Larson, Kate Clifford. "Bound for the Promised Land: Harriet Tubman, Portrait of an American Hero." Ballantine Books, 2004.
- Humez, Jean McMahon. "Harriet Tubman: The Life and the Life Stories." University of Wisconsin Press, 2004.
- Clinton, Catherine. "Harriet Tubman: The Road to Freedom." Little, Brown and Company, 2004.
18. Artemisia Gentileschi:
- Garrard, Mary D. "Artemisia Gentileschi: The Image of the Female Hero in Italian Baroque Art." Princeton University Press, 1989.
- Locker, Jesse M. "Artemisia Gentileschi: The Language of Painting." Yale University Press, 2015.
- Christiansen, Keith, et al. "Orazio and Artemisia Gentileschi." Metropolitan Museum of Art, 2001.
19. Angela Merkel:
- Schüler-Springorum, Stefanie. "Angela Merkel: A Chancellorship Forged in Crisis." Oxford University Press, 2021.
- Saunders, Robert A. "Angela Merkel: A Chancellorship Transformed." Palgrave Macmillan, 2014.
- Stanglin, Douglas. "Angela Merkel: Europe's Most Influential Leader." Franklin Watts, 2019.
20. Murasaki Shikibu:
- Tyler, Royall. "The Tale of Genji." Penguin Classics, 2003.
- McCullough, Helen Craig. "Genji & Heike: Selections from The Tale of Genji and The Tale of the Heike." Stanford University Press, 1994.
- Ivan Morris. "The World of the Shining Prince: Court Life in Ancient Japan." Kodansha International, 1994.
21. Serena Williams:
- Williams, Serena, with Paisner, Daniel. "On the Line." Berkley, 2009.
- Wertheim, L. Jon. "Serena Williams: The Legend." Grand Central Publishing, 2021.
- Feinstein, John. "The Serena Williams Story." Back Bay Books, 2006.
22. Kamala Harris:
- Swisher, Kara. "Kamala's Way: An American Life." Harper, 2021.
- Morales, Yamiche. "Kamala Harris: Rooted in Justice." Random House Books for Young Readers, 2021.
- Gormley, Beatrice. "Kamala Harris: Vice President." Aladdin, 2021.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Miss Kennah brings a wealth of expertise and academic qualifications to the field of anthropology education. With a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology and Thanatology from the University of Rhode Island, and ongoing studies pursuing a master's degree in Anthropology at Harvard University, she possesses a strong foundation in the field. Additionally, Miss Kennah has gained valuable international experience during her time at Stellenbosch University in South Africa, where she studied and immersed herself in the vibrant local culture. This diverse educational background allows her to bring a rich global perspective to the classroom, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity among students. With her passion for anthropology and dedication to providing engaging and comprehensive instruction, Miss Kennah is committed to creating a stimulating learning environment that nurtures curiosity and critical thinking skills in every student.Reviews
Live Group Class
$18
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 12 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
1-18 learners per class
