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World History Modern Semester 2 of Full Year Industrial Revolution - Today SP
Wendy Wawrzyniak
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(67)
In the second half of a full year-long course, students will learn Modern World History from the Industrial Revolution through Globalization taught using a standards-based curriculum by a certified teacher.
Class experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner - Advanced Level
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with State-Specific Standards
Class Experience You will learn an entire semester of World History. This course is the second part of a full-year course, although you can still enroll even if you didn't take part one! Each lesson will consist of instructional videos/lecture so that you may learn about history when it is convenient for you. You will be responsible for homework designed to enrich your learning through a series of videos, documents, and other learning activities. The course outline with topics to be...
24 lessons//18 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1IntroductionOverview and Expectations for the CourseLesson 2Industrial RevolutionDescribe how, where and when the Industrial Rev began.Week 2Lesson 3From Capitalism to CommunismExplain how industrialization impacted economic philosophiesLesson 4Unification of Italy & GermanyDescribe how nationalism led to the independence of both Italy and Germany. Compare their unificationsWeek 3Lesson 5Imperialism: Colonization of AfricaDefine imperialism and explain how it was demonstrated in AfricaLesson 6Latin America’s Wars for IndependenceDefine imperialism and explain how it was demonstrated in Latin AmericaWeek 4Lesson 7Imperialism in IndiaDescribe how imperialism affected IndiaLesson 8Imperialism in ChinaDescribe how imperialism affected ChinaWeek 5Lesson 9Imperialism in JapanDescribe how imperialism affected JapanLesson 10Review and TestsWeek 6Lesson 11World War I: CausesDescribe the causes of World War IWeek 7Lesson 12Russian RevolutionExplain why Russia left the war.Week 8Lesson 13US Enters & War EndsDescribe why the US entered the war and what the result was.Lesson 14Review/Test WWIWeek 9Lesson 15Rise of Communism & DictatorsExplain how dictators rose in power between the wars.Week 10Lesson 16Causes of WWIIDescribe the causes of WWIIWeek 11Lesson 17Events and End of WWII Holocaust/GenocideExplain what the holocaust was and why it happened.Week 12Lesson 18The Cold War and Beyond: USSR & ChinaDescribe what is meant by the Cold War and how it played out in the Soviet Union and China Describe what is meant by the Cold War and how it played out in China. Describe what is meant by the Cold War and how it played out in the Soviet UnionWeek 13Lesson 19Decolonization of Africa Decolonization of IndiaDescribe how the end of the war led to the decolonization of Africa. Describe how the end of the war led to the independence of IndiaWeek 14Lesson 20Israel & Middle EastDescribe how the end of the war led to the creation of Israel.Week 15Lesson 21Cold War and Proxy WarsExplain the proxy wars.Week 16Lesson 22End of the Cold WarExplain how the Cold War ended.Week 17Lesson 23Globalization/Modern ProblemsProvide examples of the age of globalization.Week 18Lesson 24Review/Final Exam
See objectives listed with each lesson.
In over 30 years of teaching, I have extensive experience teaching World History to grades 6-12. I not only know the topics deeply (which enables me to guide/answer students' questions) but I have taught every level from special needs to advanced learners.
Homework Offered
Each week will require a minimum of 1-2 hours that involve watching the video and completing the homework. The homework will vary each week. It may involve reading documents, answering questions, watching additional videos, and more. Approximately every 3-4 weeks, a test will be given on the previous weeks' topics.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
If needed, a letter/percentage grade will be issued at the end of the course based on classwork and tests. There will also be a final cumulative exam at the end. Grades are based on Classwork: 30%, Tests: 30%, Final Exam: 30% Enrichment work is also available to help improve knowledge acquisition and overall grades.Grades Offered
Please request grades at the beginning of the course.
Students need either a physical notebook for notetaking and reflection or an organized notetaking method on their computers. I will be happy to offer suggestions,
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
There are sensitive topics covered in World History, including the topics of slavery and genocide. Rest assured that my extensive experience teaching World History enables me to approach these topics in a mature, historical, and sensitive way. If need be, I will follow up with students and parents if there is something that is of a concerning nature.
Poptential.org will be utilized for a free, online textbook. Students will access this through the teacher's account (access code). Other sources include College Board AP World History curriculum guide State of Florida Sunshine State Standards HS Social Studies Curriculum scope and sequence World History For Us All: https://whfua.history.ucla.edu/ The Stanford Education History Group- https://sheg.stanford.edu/ The History Channel Genocidewatch.org TeachingTolerance.org https://www.teachingforchange.org/ Text: AMSCO World History: Modern 1200-Present Sources specific to weeks 3-5: https://whfua.history.ucla.edu/units/seven/landscape/07_landscape5.php Text: AMSCO World History: Modern 1200-Present, Unit 6 "Consequences of Industrialization"
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(67)
With many years of teaching experience and a Master's Degree in education, I can pretty much teach anything to anyone! My students have ranged from beginners through AP (Advanced Placement) and IB (International Baccalaureate) high school...
Self-Paced Class
$17
weekly or $300 for all content24 pre-recorded lessons
18 weeks of teacher feedback
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1 year of access to the content
Completed by 7 learners
Ages: 14-18
