World Explorers: Discovering Countries, Cultures, and Legends
What's included
30 live meetings
27 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. Each week, I will provide students with a worksheet and a review handout to reinforce key concepts and enhance their learning experience. The optional worksheet will include engaging activities such as comprehension questions and creative prompts to encourage critical thinking. The review handout will summarize important information covered in class, helping students retain key facts, historical events, cultural traditions, and notable figures. These materials will serve as valuable resources for students to revisit and apply their knowledge beyond our sessions."Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Do you know where fortune cookies really come from? Here’s a hint: it’s not China! This is just one of the many amazing fun facts your students will discover in this class. Imagine this: every week, your students will dive into a brand-new country, uncovering fascinating truths, famous people, incredible inventions, unique customs, enchanting legends, and vibrant cultures. By the end of each session, they'll feel like true experts on the country we explored. To make the learning even easier, I’ll provide a specially designed worksheet and study guide that highlights the key takeaways from the class. But the adventure doesn’t stop there! Over time, your students will start connecting the dots between countries, noticing how the world fits together in unexpected and inspiring ways. And here’s the really exciting part: your student will get involved in fun debates about the coolest inventions, tastiest foods, most fascinating animals, and more from each country. Let’s turn learning into an unforgettable journey around the world!
Learning Goals
Cultural Awareness: Students will gain an understanding of the unique customs, traditions, and cultural practices of various countries.
Geographic Literacy: Students will be able to identify the location of each country explored on a map and understand its significance in global geography.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum30 Lessons
over 15 WeeksLesson 1:
Japan
History from samurai to modern times
Inventions including origami and anime
Japanese customs and traditions, including tea ceremonies
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Japan
History from samurai to modern times
Inventions including origami and anime
Japanese customs and traditions, including tea ceremonies
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
South Korea
The history of Korea’s dynasties
Korean pop culture and K-Pop music
Traditional Korean food and festivals
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
South Korea
The history of Korea’s dynasties
Korean pop culture and K-Pop music
Traditional Korean food and festivals
55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
worldhistory.org, britannica.com, asiasociety.org, bbc.com, study.com, and other websites and books, depending on the country.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Arizona State University
I have lived in three countries and traveled to over twenty nations, gaining firsthand experience with diverse cultures and histories. During my master’s program, I studied abroad in four different countries, deepening my global perspective and cross-cultural understanding.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$37
weekly2x per week, 15 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-9 learners per class