World History: The Cold War
In this ten-week course, students will learn about the events of the Cold War.
Melanie Wiancko
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What's included
10 live meetings
8 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Each week there will be an optional task assigned to the students. The task will be explained in class to go over expectations and answer any questions students may have. The tasks will vary in activities and length of time but should take on average 30 minutes to 2 hours (depending on the task and the length of time the student wants to spend). Types of tasks: Exit Tickets: Google Form questionnaire Short Videos and Handouts Short Readings Interview Task Write a Letter Individual Kahoots Accommodations can be made for individual students based on their learning needs and abilities. Please feel free to reach out to me and share your student's learning experience and if they have an IEP or any learning skills they are working on or need assistance with.Assessment
Individual Google Docs ('Progress Sheets') will be shared with the students to help students track their progress in completing weekly tasks and to get weekly feedback on their tasks. Students will complete their tasks outside of class time and submit them to the teacher as completed for feedback.Grading
Students will be given individual marks and feedback on each task they complete throughout the course. This will be updated on their progress sheet as the course progresses. Students will be given a percentage grade at the end of the course which will be a reflection of their weekly tasks. They will also be given written feedback on their overall participation and effort in the course at the end of the course. If students opt out of the optional tasks, students will be provided with written feedback on their participation at the end of the course. If students do not complete the tasks and do not participate in class, or leave the course early for whatever reason, no final assessment will be given.Class Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
Welcome to World History: The Cold War! In this ten-week course, we will examine the causes of the Cold War, life during this tense period, and the fallout of a war that some argue, never fully erupted. This course will focus on the changes in our world including technological developments, country relations, and long-lasting alliances. We will examine the conflict from both the side of the Western allies and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR), including how both sides used spies to further their understanding of each other. For a detailed list of topics that will be covered in this course, please view a week-by-week breakdown in the Syllabus tab. In these classes, students will view a slideshow presentation with pictures, key information, videos, and discussion questions to help guide our time together. My goal as a history teacher is to have your child remember the experiences and stories of those who lived during those times and to gain an empathetic understanding of the challenges of those living during this event. Using the historical thinking concepts (continuity and change, historical significance, cause and consequence, historical perspective, and ethical dimensions) students will critically examine the Cold War. It is important for students to understand the lasting impacts that history has on our present world. In addition to our weekly classes together, students will also be given a weekly task to complete to help solidify their understanding of particular historical topics. Please see the 'Homework' tab below for more information. Please contact me if you have any questions regarding the course, I am happy to help. Accommodations can be made to help your learner be successful in the course.
Learning Goals
Students will learn about the causes and consequences of the Cold War.Students will critically analyze Cold War propaganda throughout the course.
Syllabus
10 Lessons
over 10 WeeksLesson 1:
What was the Cold War?
- In this class, we will go over the basics of what led to the Cold War, such as the fallout of World War Two including the Potsdam Conference.
- We will review the political ideology of communism and its role in the ongoing tension between the USSR and the Western world.
- We will look at the formation of NATO and the Warsaw Pact. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Case Study: Germany after World War Two
- In this class, we will review how Germany was physically and politically changed during the post-war occupation.
- This will include a look at the Berlin Wall, the Iron Curtain, the Berlin Blockade, and life in East and West Germany. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
The Red Scare
- In this class, we will spend time examining Cold War propaganda from both sides of the conflict.
- We will critically analyze the role of propaganda and how the 'Red Scare' impacted individuals' lives. 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
The Arms Race
- In this class, we will look at the role of the nuclear age and the development of new weapons.
- We will analyze a bomb simulator to understand the impacts of what a 'hot' war would have looked like during this era. 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
- This class discusses content related to war. Images, videos, and class content will be monitored to ensure that information is age-appropriate. Please let me know if you have any specific questions regarding this.
- This class will use Kahoot. It is an online website (you do not require an app or need to download anything). Students will be provided with a link in our class time through Zoom chat, which they will use to take them directly to the game. They will then play the game using their first name only, no other private information will be required.
*Please note, that due to the ongoing conflict in Europe, we will keep conversations regarding current politics at a minimum.
Supply List
Students are encouraged to take notes if that helps their learning. Worksheets to help students follow along with the lessons will also be provided prior to each class which students can either print or have open on another device.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in History from Brock University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Nipissing University
I have an undergraduate degree in History and I am a certified teacher with qualifications to teach intermediate and senior divisions of History. I have specifically studied this era thoroughly and the major events that occurred during this time. All of the class content will be researched information that is from factual reliable sources accompanied by my extensive knowledge on these subjects. Reviews
Live Group Course
$190
for 10 classes1x per week, 10 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-15
4-12 learners per class
