Beruflich Dokumente
Kultur Dokumente
Course Description:
In this course, students will travel back in time to discover the different eras of America’s past
that has made the United States of America the country that it is today. We will begin with the
American Colonies; why they came here, the adaptions they made – and end with the Civil War
and the reconstruction of our country. This course will consist of 14 lessons, over a 16-week
semester.
Instructor information:
Hello! My name is Alexandra Briggs. I have taught elementary education for three years now;
two years in third grade and this past year in fifth grade. My passion lies in American History. I
feel that learning history often focuses on memorization of dates and people. However, I
believe that this should not be the case! History is about the story, our story. How did we get
here? Who were some of the amazing people that allowed us to be here? I am hoping to
answer these questions and MANY more in the course, America’s Past!
Resource Requirements:
All students are required to have a device with internet access. This device should be
equipped with programs in order to access YouTube, a word processor, various websites
and Google Drive. Devices should also have the ability to video conference.
The textbook we will be referencing is: History Alive! America’s Past by Teacher’s
Curriculum Institute (ISBN: 978-1583718766)
Student Responsibilities:
Sequencing: Students are required to complete all chapter and weekly materials in a sequential
order. Although students are able to ‘go ahead’ of the course calendar, students must complete
a previous chapter before moving a following chapter.
Time Management: Students are responsible of using their time wisely to complete all weekly
assignments by Sunday at 11:59 pm of said week. If students are falling behind in their studies,
they must reach out via email to address possible extensions.
Re-doing Assignments: Students have the ability to re-do any assignment, quiz, or test. The
assignment must be retaken by the end of the course. The highest grade earned on the
assignment will be the one recorded.
Scheduled Office Hours: If there is anytime where you need to call or need an extra time to
video conference, please contact me during my office hours: Monday – Friday (4pm – 5pm)
Schedule Video Conference Hours: As stated above, students will be required to video
conference with me once a week for 15 minutes or less. This time will be scheduled during
Week One and will take place between Monday – Thursday (5pm – 7pm).
Attendance Requirements:
Students attendance will be marked and met by attending their weekly video conference. If a
student is unable to meet at their scheduled time, the student is responsible in rescheduling
their conference.
Course Outline:
Each week, students will be required to complete a reading and a discussion post. Questions
are listed below in each week that students will be able to answer by the end of that week’s
lesson.
Readings: Presentation
Week 16 Reflection: Rubric
What was your favorite era of America’s Assignments:
Past? Reflection Presentation