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World History from 1700, Part 2
Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
This introductory survey will present a comparative overview of world history from 1700 to the 1990s. It will examine and explore the origins and impacts of major political, social, economic, cultural, and technological trends on Western and non-Western people and societies. This course is structured chronologically and thematically, with each unit focusing on a significant historical subject. Topics will include state building and societies in the early modern world, the 18th Century...
This class is taught in English.
- The class has two main goals. The first goal is to provide you with a basic factual understanding of the development of human civilization from 1700 to the present. Just as important, however, is the ability to use this information productively. Thus, this class will also stress the ability to integrate the mass of factual data into some basic understanding of how the “modern” world arose, and the issues which concern policymakers today. In addition, the examinations are designed to develop the ability to think critically. Rote memorization is not as important as the ability to produce and evaluate arguments based on historical evidence. Please do not forget that the most effective learning occurs when you are actively involved.
Dr. Brezina has taught world history at various university prep schools in Europe and the United States and as well as at several American colleges and universities.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Every second week students will read one primary document related to our topic that we will discuss in class. If students are interested, I will add additional material (books, articles, documentary films, etc.) that will be optional sources of information for the students. The class will be a combination of engaging lectures and facilitated Socratic seminar-style discussions.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
The study of world history deals with some sensitive topics in history such as war, slavery, racism, ethnic cleansing, and genocide. I take great care to present the content in an age-appropriate manner.
There are many sources that are used for teaching the global past in this course. Dr. Brezina studied various primary and secondary sources (articles, book, dissertations, etc.) during his years as a teacher and professor of history that will allow him to interpret world history objectively and address the full range of a variety of peoples' histories, including marginalized populations. For example, Dr. Brezina will draw from two books, Patterns of World History, Volume Two, by Peter von Sivers and Worlds of History, Volume Two: A Comparative Reader by Kevin Reilly, both of which are commonly used as objective and multi-cultural history textbooks in U.S. higher education. (However, Dr. Brezina does not require students to purchase or use these books.)
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Doctoral Degree in History from Boston University
I have taught history and social studies for over twenty-five years at all levels, including elementary school, middle school, high school, and college. I have a Ph.D. in history from Boston University, and spent ten years as a tenure-track...
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Group Class
$375
for 15 classes1x per week, 15 weeks
50 min
Completed by 35 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
3-10 learners per class