The Nomadic Professor - American History 1 (Semesters 1 & 2)
SKU
033265
Grade 9-12
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
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This course bundle is made up of two semester courses, American History 1 and American History 2. American History 1 covers Pre-Columbian America to the 1790s. American History 2 covers 1790 to 1877. Course access for both courses is 12 months from activation. Activation information will be emailed directly from The Nomadic Professor after purchase.
Publisher's Description of The Nomadic Professor - American History 1 (Semesters 1 & 2)
The Nomadic Professor's courses feature a college professor and high school teacher who’ve teamed up to create an engaging history curriculum featuring on-location lessons filmed all over the world. Part of their motivation comes from a dire need to address important gaps in student knowledge and ability: (1) a nuanced understanding of the past, and (2) a high-level ability to interpret and analyze sources and the things they claim. History is the perfect class to address these gaps! From bias, to partisanship, to black-and-white thinking, to propaganda, to selective attention, to plain old ignorance, there is no subject more susceptible to pitfalls—nor more capable of teaching students how to avoid them. We want to arm your students with the knowledge and skills they need in today’s overloaded information environment. Join us for original on-location videos, a complete audio version of the course, guided notes, lessons in how to read and interpret primary and secondary sources, self-grading quizzes, and more!
This course bundle combines American History Part 1 and Part 2.
American History Semester 1: To Begin the World Over Again, From the Pre-Columbian Americas to the Ratification of the Constitution (pre-15th Century to the 1790s) • approximately 16 weeks at 3 sessions per week • .5 credits U.S. History • .5 credits Historical Methods (when paired with US2) • .5 credits Composition (when paired with US2) American History Semester 2: The Noise of Democracy, From the Presidency of George Washington to the End of Reconstruction (1790-1877) • approximately 16 weeks at 3 sessions per week • .5 credits U.S. History
The Nomadic Professor online history program uses an immersive and story-driven approach to teach history. Students will follow the Nomadic Professor from setting to setting as they learn about the history that took place there and learn to think critically, analyze
primary sources, and communicate effectively. Each course bundle offers a full year of history in a
completely online platform that’s well-organized and easy to navigate for
students and parents alike. The multi-sensory approach caters to all learning
styles. Engaging text is filled with colorful photos and timelines, and audio
recordings (available for each lesson) are a huge win for students with
dyslexia or those who enjoy listening to lessons. On-location video clips embedded
throughout the text offer stunning visuals around the globe and bring historical
settings to life.
In addition, hands-on activities are suggested to deepen understanding. Guided
Notes (for print or download) can be filled in as students read, flashcards
help review vocabulary, and daily online quizzes (automatically graded) provide
accountability and help students retain key concepts. 20 lessons in each course
are devoted solely to analyzing source documents. A variety of writing
assignments are offered throughout. Answer Keys & Rubrics are provided for
all assignments. Each course has about 100 sessions that can be completed in
roughly 60–90 minutes each. Students can choose basic or more advanced tracks
to follow for additional elective credit and AP or CLEP test preparation. Each course bundle provides 12 months of access to both of the semester courses. Activation information will be emailed directly from The Nomadic Professor following purchase.
