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Architecture Talks History
Washington State
a
visual approach to the study of
local history
Have
you ever passed through one of Washington’s cities and were curious about
an interesting
building? Have you
ever wondered the
role that building played in the city’s history?
Would you like
to learn about the state’s
history on a way that combines hands-on activities with genuine
research? If you
answered “yes” to any of these
questions, then this class is for you.
The
architecture of Washington’s cities can tell us much about
the unique history
of its time period. Using
your digital
camera and your research skills, you will be combining research and
creativity
to help learn about local history in an innovative manner. After selecting a Washington city to study from the list
provided, you will use
photographs of at least one existing building from each era and will
research
both the building and its historical context. Learning will be
demonstrated
through a variety of activities, including creation of an
individualized
multimedia presentation.
This
Guided Independent Study class is designed for active learners of all
grade levels who like to learn
visually and wish to improve their research and presentation skills.
3 credits
- 30 clock hours
CATALOG & REGISTRATION INFORMATION
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Battle
Cry of Freedom
Learning
History via the Songs of its People
Click on this link for additional information.
The War
Between the States tore America apart for over four years and still
affects the way we look at ourselves today. An effective way to learn
about the Civil War is to study the authentic music of the people. This
course will explore how the war shaped much of our country’s history
through the music used by both sides of the conflict. The class is
designed for teachers of social studies, literature and music from
intermediate through college levels. It will help formulate teaching
strategies and will explore vital questions about the Civil War such as
the roots of the war, and the right and wrong in war as it related to
each side. We will use recorded music to explore how the war impacted
the cultural blending of the United States as it pertained to the
various groups involved in the conflict including the soldiers, slaves,
civilians, patriots, protestors and draft resisters.
2 credits - 20 clock hours
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John
and Donna Mollan johnmollan@hotmail.com
(253)
884-1679
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