Crash Course Civil War
This crash course offers a rapid yet thorough exploration of the American Civil War, from its roots in slavery and sectional tensions to the pivotal battles, the Emancipation Proclamation, and the turbulent Reconstruction era. Participants will develop critical analytical skills through engagement with primary sources and learn to craft engaging, evidence-based lessons on this defining chapter in U.S. history.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
Crash Course on the Civil War provides a quick, in-depth look at the conflict's origins, battles, and outcomes. Delve into slavery, constitutional disagreements, political parties, and economic strains, then cover strategies, military operations, emancipation, and Reconstruction. Gain skills in using essential primary documents, main historical studies, and effective teaching and evaluation methods to create compelling Civil War lessons.
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Develop skills
- Analyse the causes of the Civil War: slavery, politics, and economics in a concise framework.
- Interpret important primary sources: letters, speeches, and documents with assurance.
- Deliver brief Civil War units using interactive learning and straightforward evaluations.
- Describe emancipation, Reconstruction legislation, and their effects on race and citizenship.
- Critique Civil War remembrance, monuments, and Lost Cause stories with subtlety.
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