Overview
306:
Black History
This newly updated digital course explores the lives, stories, and lessons of Black Americans throughout history. 306 brings history to life for students through immersive and engaging learning content that goes beyond just the facts of history, bringing out the themes, narratives, and geographic concepts that provide important context and frameworks for learners to analyze historical events.
Free Digital Lessons for
Students in Grades 8-12
At-A-Glance
Grade Level:
8-12
Languages:
English & Spanish
Length:
6 digital lessons, 50 mins with a capstone project
Curriculum Fit:
Social Studies, ELA, History, Advisory, Homeroom, and Library
Standards:
Common Core State Standards for Literacy in History and Social Studies and College, Career and Civic Life C3 Framework for Social Students State Standards
Preview the Digital Course
Lesson 1
West Africa in the Age of Global Transformations
Lesson 2
Slavery in the United States
Lesson 3
Emancipation and Reconstruction
Lesson 4
The Jim Crow Era
Lesson 5
The Civil Rights Movement
Lesson 6
Beyond the Civil Rights Movement
Capstone Project
Black History Connections
Lesson 1
West Africa in the Age of Global Transformations
Students explore the kingdoms of West Africa prior to the year 1600 CE and examine the structure of governments, sources of wealth, religion, and agricultural and commercial production. Students also analyze the impact of famous rulers and cultural exchanges.
Lesson 2
Slavery in the United States
Lesson 3
Emancipation and Reconstruction
Lesson 4
The Jim Crow Era
Lesson 5
The Civil Rights Movement
Lesson 6
Beyond the Civil Rights Movement
Capstone Project
Black History Connections
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