What's included
8 live meetings
6 in-class hoursAssessment
Through a series of formative and summative assessments, students will be given the opportunity during class to prove what they've learned. This may be in the form of short quizzes at the end of class, group discussions, or merely answering a question on an exit ticket.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
This course will focus on the Elizabethan Era all the way up to industrialization. The class structure is an open discussion format where each week students are challenged to be involved through either an academic approach or through social-emotional learning. We will bring world events to life and connect students to them through interaction. Through a myriad of teaching strategies, i.e. games, slides, video clips, grouping, etc, students will learn world history by being fully engaged in the discussions.
Learning Goals
Students will be able to discuss world events in a conversational manner. They will know the details of people, places, and events from the curriculum.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
History of the Elizabethan Era
- Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth: Catholic vs. Anglican
- Queen Elizabeth I
- Protestants vs. Catholics in the 30 Years' War | When Was the 30 Years War?
- Religious Wars in Europe
- Protestant Reformation in the Netherlands
- 80 Years' War | History, Dutch Revolt & Independence
- Treaty of Westphalia | Overview, Result & Significance
- The History of the House of Bourbon in the Reformation
- The Habsburgs | Overview, Family & Dynasty
- Eastern Europe During the Reformation
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Overview of Colonialism
- Holy League
- The Long War: Christians vs. Turks by Land
- Colonialism Across Europe
- Francis Bacon | Philosophy, Contributions & Legacy
- Cardinal Richelieu | Overview, Early Life & Significance
- Galileo, the Telescope & the Church
- Rene Descartes and the Union of Religion and Philosophy
- Gunpowder Plot of 1605 | History, Facts & Outcome
- Charles I | Reign, Religion & Legacy
- The English Civil War and the Rise of Cromwell's Theocracy
- Commercial Revolution History & Impact
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
European Absolutism & Constitutionalism (1648 - 1715)
- Thirty Years' War & Treaty of Westphalia
- Decline of Spain in the 17th Century | History, Issues & Effects
- Dutch Golden Age | Overview, Economy & Arts
- English Civil War | Timeline, Causes & Results
- The Restoration of a Limited Monarchy in England: Definition & History
- The Creation of Great Britain & The English Bill of Rights
- The Reign of Louis XIV in France: Accomplishments & Influence
- French Expansion Under Louis XIV: Conflicts & Overview
- The War of Spanish Succession
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Shifting Eastern European Power (1648 - 1740)
- Old Empires in the Mid-17th Century: History, Timeline & Characteristics
- History of Austria | Overview, Timeline & Monarchy
- What is Prussia? | History, Location & Contributions
- Peter the Great | Biography, Reign & Accomplishments
- Partitions of Poland | Definition, History & Legacy
45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
- (2019) Principles of American Democracy, McGraw Hill
- (2019) American History Recon, to the Present, Houghton
- (2019) Modern World History, Houghton
- (2015) By the People, Pearson
- (2020) Ways of the World, 1200 Update, Bedford Freedom
- (2012) History of IB Diploma, Hodder
- (2011) Cold War, Pearson
- (2011) An International History, Oxford
- (2004) Russia, America and the Cold War 1949-1991, Pearson
- (2018) Give Me Liberty V-1, Norton
- (2018) Give Me Liberty V-2, Norton
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am currently certified as a substitute teacher in the state of California and am in the middle of completing a Master's Degree in Education pursuing a single subject credential in Social Sciences including History, SocioIogy, and Psychology. I also have a strong background in Business Planning, Finance, and Career Counseling. I have a bachelor's degree from Utah State University and an associate's degree from BYU-Idaho. My wife and I have six kids and one grandchild, so our hobbies often revolve around the activities they are involved in.
I love teaching! I seek to create meaningful experiences that inspire and motivate students. Teaching kids is fulfilling because I get to witness their curiosity, creativity, and growth firsthand. It's rewarding to play a role in shaping their minds and helping them develop the skills they need to succeed in life.
Teaching world history is a passion of mine! By diving into world history, you're not just reading about the past; you're exploring the story of humanity itself, full of drama, creativity, and adventure!
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Live Group Course
$120
for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-9 learners per class