WWI: No-Man's Land
In this One-Time class, we will learn about "No Man’s Land" (during the First World War), which was the empty strip of territory that divided two opposing forces. The enemies were separated by barbed wire and miles of empty land.
Keith (M.A. Military History)
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What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hoursHomework
A very thorough handout which has history skill specific questions and answers is provided for the student to complete at their leisure after the class.Assessment
A very thorough handout which has history skill specific questions and answers is provided for the student to complete at their leisure after the class.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
During the First World War, No Man’s Land was the empty strip of territory that divided two opposing forces. The enemies were separated by barbed wire and miles of empty land. "No Man’s Land" was the place where cruel and deadly battles took place during the First World War. Such lands witnessed blood, explosions, death, and the anguished cries of the dying. It marks one of the most horrific examples of bad generalship and inhumanity and for that reason it is an important, albeit painful, topic of study. Main Points covered in this class: 1) Definition of No Man’s Land 2) Description of No Man’s Land during the First World War 3) No Man’s Land in the present time 4) No Man’s Land in literature and tales Students will be provided with a thorough handout covering these topics which also includes questions (and answers) to help check their understanding after the class is over. If time permits, we will address some of these questions together.
Learning Goals
Students will learn a definition of No Man’s Land
Students will learn a description of No Man’s Land during the First World War
Students will understand No Man’s Land in the present time
Students will learn about No Man’s Land in literature and tales
Other Details
Parental Guidance
No Man’s Land was the place where cruel and deadly battles took place during the First World War. Such lands witnessed blood, explosions, death, and the anguished cries of the dying.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Vimy by Pierre Burton
A Short History of World War I by James Stokesbury
The Real Great War by B.H. Liddell Hart
Warfare in the Western World since 1871 by Robert Doughty (USMA)
Joined September, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Degrees
Master's Degree in History from American Military University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Maine at Farmington
Bachelor's Degree in History from Acadia University (Nova Scotia, Canada)
Keith is a seasoned teacher having taught for over twenty years in both private and public schools in the U.S. and abroad. He holds a BA History, BS Education and a MA in Military History with years of experience teaching GCSE, A-Level, AP and IB History. His depth of knowledge reflects his enthusiasm for the subject he teaches. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$15
per classMeets once
60 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
3-18 learners per class
