World History Grade 6 & 7 Social Studies, History and Geography Part 2 Of 4
In part 2 of 4 of World History we will explore World History and geography and learn about Ancient African, Asian, and Oceanic history by examining people, culture, agriculture, inventions, and human migrations.
Tina Hugall MHA MBA
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10 pre-recorded lessons
average 18 mins per video10 weeks
of teacher support3 hrs 5 mins
total video learning hours1 year access
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1-2 hours per week. Each week, learners will be given 2-3 options for homework. This class will utilize a combination of project-based learning, virtual field trips, short articles to read and summarize, short research topics, movies or short youtube videos to watch and review, and books to read.Assessment
Final Grades will be given upon request based on work completed.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
🌍 Welcome to World History - Part 2: Civilizations of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East In this sixth-grade level course, students will continue their journey through world history by exploring the development of ancient and classical civilizations in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. We'll begin with an overview of world geography, focusing on continents and oceans, and then examine theories of human origins and migration patterns that laid the foundation for early societies. Using a variety of engaging source materials, students will analyze, document, and reflect on the cultures, achievements, and challenges of historical societies in these regions. This course emphasizes critical thinking, cultural awareness, and historical exploration, all tailored to a middle school level. 🧭 What We’ll Cover: Geography skills and global map knowledge Theories of human origins and global migrations Major civilizations of Africa, Asia, and the Middle East Religion, trade, government, and innovation in early societies Key historical figures, cultural contributions, and lasting legacies 🎥 Course Format & Materials This class is taught asynchronously through: Recorded video lectures Supplemental content, which may include YouTube videos, guided readings, and worksheets Creative activities such as recipes, dioramas, mini-projects, and experiments 📌 Please refer to the syllabus below for a full breakdown of the weekly lessons and topics. 📅 Course Options & Access This is Part 2 of a full-year curriculum. You do not need to take Parts 1–4 in order. Parts 1–2 and 3–4 are also available as combined 20-week courses for learners who prefer a longer format. Class Subscriptions: Self-guided with no teacher communication. Self-Paced Format: Includes one year of full access to lessons. Teacher communication is available during the official 10-week period. Homework is optional, and questions posted in the classroom will receive a response within 24 hours (excluding Sundays). ************************************* The following sections can be taken in any order or as individual stand alone classes: Offered as 2 full semester courses - Grade 6 Social Studies, History and Geography Part 1 Full Curriculum (20 Weeks) https://outschool.com/classes/grade-6-social-studies-history-and-geography-part-1-full-curriculum-flex-lSBryIqx Grade 6 Social Studies, History and Geography Part 2 Full Curriculum (20 weeks) https://outschool.com/classes/grade-6-social-studies-history-and-geography-part-2-full-curriculum-flex-4Wog3r2T Offered as four 10 week courses Grade 6 Social Studies, History and Geography Part 1 of 4 Full Curriculum (10 weeks) https://outschool.com/classes/grade-6-social-studies-history-and-geography-part-1-of-4-full-curriculum-flex-yhzSsiLj Grade 6 Social Studies, History and Geography Part 2 of 4 Full Curriculum (10 weeks) https://outschool.com/classes/grade-6-social-studies-history-and-geography-part-2-of-4-full-curriculum-flex-kbgOv4lz Grade 6 Social Studies, History and Geography Part 3 of 4 Full Curriculum (10 weeks) https://outschool.com/classes/grade-6-social-studies-history-and-geography-part-3-of-4-full-curriculum-flex-LuRe02eF Grade 6 Social Studies, History and Geography Part 4 of 4 Full Curriculum (10 weeks) https://outschool.com/classes/grade-6-social-studies-history-and-geography-part-4-of-4-full-curriculum-flex-xVrK5vWk
Learning Goals
Identify and locate key geographic features and regions across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.Analyze the cultural, political, and technological contributions of different societies.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum10 Lessons
over 10 WeeksLesson 1:
Focus on North and Sub-Saharan Africa today
Countries and capitals, geography, population, difference in culture 1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Geography of Middle East
Mesopotamia and Indus Valley; Geography of Oceania 1 assignment
18 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Life in Ancient Mesopotamia
A look at the development of agriculture, irrigation, mining and metal smithing, domestication of animals, and inventions contributed to settlement and the growth of Mesopotamian civilizations 1 assignment
16 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Life in the Ancient Indus Valley
A look at the ways early Indian and Central Asian societies interacted with East African, Western Asian, and European societies; Focus on economic, political, and religious developments 1 assignment
29 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class will cover early World History, which includes topics of war, slavery, and discrimination. All topics will be at an age appropriate level.
This class will utilize Youtube videos for sharing of lecture videos, as well as supplemental lessons. All Youtube videos are embedded into the Outschool platform.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Some of the sources used for this class are, but not limited to:
Smithsonian
Britannica
National Geographic
PBS
Library of Congress
OpenSocialStudieshttp://www.opensocialstudies.org/K-6.html
Sixth Grade Social Studies https://www.ixl.com/social-studies/grade-6
180 Days of Social Studies: Grade 6 - Daily Social Studies Workbook by Kathy Flynn
180 Days of Social Studies: Grade 6 - Daily Geography Workbook by Jennifer Edgerton
Everything You Need to Ace World History In One Big Fat Notebook by Workman Publishing
https://nsms6thgradesocialstudies.weebly.com/textbook.html
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Master's Degree from Louisiana State University
I have been an educator on Outschool since February of 2018. I have my MBA and MHA, both of which have taught me the value of conducting research and asking questions. I have a passion for history, organization, reading, and learning. You can usually find me in the middle of 2-3 books or watching a documentary.
I am also an Outschool ACE Educator, which means that I continually seek out ways to improve my teaching skills and knowledge, as well as the learner experience. Some of the seminars/courses that I have attended in the past are: Foundations for Teaching and Learning About Native Americans; The Presence and Absence of Asian America: What Truths Lie Beyond the Headlines; Using the “Diary of Anne Frank” to Amplify Students’ Voices; Painting a Just Picture – Art and Activism.
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