World History: The Israel-Palestine Conflict
In this 4-week course, students will uncover the roots of the Israel-Palestine conflict through the lens of world history, cover key events, historical figures, and the peace efforts from the Crusades to the Oslo Accords. #academic
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What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Homework is always optional. I believe learners would benefit from implementing the information they learn in class, however, I also understand that each learner is unique. Learners will analyze primary source documents and answer comprehension questions based on a primary source. These activities should not take more than one hour to completeAssessment
Learners will be assessed informally in each class through verbal comprehension checks and class discussions. Each class will begin with a quick review of the activities from the previous week's class to ensure students understood the material. At the end of each unit, students will complete a Kahoot, which will act as an informal summative assessment of the unit.Grading
Letter grades by requestClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner Level
In this engaging and thought-provoking class, teenagers will delve into the complex history of the Israel-Palestine conflict, tracing its origins from the Crusades in the Middle East to the modern-day peace efforts such as the Camp David and Oslo Accords. Students will gain an in-depth understanding of the historical events and key players that have shaped the conflict, including the Zionist movement founded by Theodor Herzl, the Balfour Declaration, the creation of Israel by the United Nations, and the wars such as the 1948 War, Six Day War, and Yom Kippur War. They will also examine the role played by Egypt and Gamal Abdel Nasser, the Suez Crisis, the Munich Massacre during the 1972 Olympic Games, and the Intifada. Through engaging presentations and note sets, students will critically analyze the complexities of the conflict, explore different perspectives, and discuss potential solutions for lasting peace in the region. Join us on this eye-opening journey to uncover the untold history of one of the most enduring conflicts in the world. This course will be taught using visual aids via PowerPoint in a lecture-based format. Students will be expected to ask questions and discuss the material we are covering as a group. During the 50-minute class periods, students should expect to answer questions to check their understanding and participate in class discussions. The last week of the course will be the unit test which will be in the form of an interactive game of Kahoot. This is an introductory class, so students do not need to have any background knowledge coming into class! Week 1: The Origin of the Conflict (Crusades, Zionism, Holocaust, Creation of Israel) Week 2: The Impact of Israel (The 1948 War, the Suez Crisis, The Six-Day War, 1972 Olympics) Week 3: Peace Efforts (The Camp David Accords, Lebanese Civil War, Intifada, Oslo Accords) Week 4: Kahoot Assessment
Learning Goals
1. Students will be able to explain the historical origins of the Israel-Palestine conflict, starting from the Crusades in the Middle East and the significance of Jerusalem.
2. Students will be able to describe the Zionist movement founded by Theodor Herzl and the Balfour Declaration that called for a "national home" for Jews, leading to the creation of Israel by the United Nations after World War II.
3. Students will be able to analyze and discuss the major wars and conflicts that have shaped the Israel-Palestine conflict, including the 1948 War, Six Day War, Yom Kippur War, and Intifada, and understand the roles played by Egypt, Gamal Abdel Nasser, and other key figures.
4. Students will be able to evaluate the impact of significant events such as the Suez Crisis, the Munich Massacre during the 1972 Olympic Games, and the peace efforts including the Camp David and Oslo Accords on the Israel-Palestine conflict.
5. Students will be able to critically analyze different perspectives and potential solutions for ongoing peace in the region, and engage in informed discussions about the complexities and challenges of the Israel-Palestine conflict based on a solid understanding of its world history context.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with State-Specific Standards4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
The Origin of the Conflict
Crusades, Zionism, Holocaust, Creation of Israel 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
The Impact of Israel
The 1948 War, the Suez Crisis, The Six-Day War, 1972 Olympics 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Peace Efforts
The Camp David Accords, Lebanese Civil War, Intifada, Oslo Accords 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Kahoot Assessment
Review the course materials and complete the course assessment 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class utilizes Kahoot as a means of summative assessment.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Hart-Davis, A. (2015). History: From the Dawn of Civilization to the Present Day. Dorling Kindersley Limited, a Penguin Random House Company.
Overy, R. J. (2015). The Times Complete History of the World. Times Books.
Spielvogel, J. J. (2018). World History; Geography: Modern Times. McGraw Hill Education.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Bachelor's Degree in Education from The University of Akron
I am a licensed middle school and high Social Studies teacher in the state of Ohio. I have been teaching Social Studies to middle and high school students for the last four years. I have used this same lesson with students in the classroom and it has always been highly engaging. I also have a Bachelor's degree in both Education and History.
Both my teaching license in Integrated Social Studies (grades 7-12) and my Bachelor's degree in History qualify me to teach this introductory course on the Israel-Palestine conflict.Reviews
Live Group Course
$18
weekly1x per week, 4 weeks
50 min
Completed by 25 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
2-6 learners per class
