shburks Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 I'm looking for a semester long government class that perhaps uses Crash Course and a spine already prepped and ready to go! Does anyone know of such a thing or has anyone created something like this? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kristin0713 Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 I would love this, too. I've been searching and searching for something with a combination of videos and readings and I can't find anything. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Tick Posted May 29, 2020 Share Posted May 29, 2020 I'm having my rising 10th graders do a .5 credit American Government course over 8 weeks this summer. I am using the Annenberg learner course, which has great readings and videos with discussion points. On alternating days we are watching the Crash Course videos to break up the blocks of reading time. We are one week in, but I'm loving it. We may need to cut back on the reading slightly, since not everyone shares my enthusiasm and reading stamina. I also have a few things from icivics planned. I'm not trying to coordinate the topics between Annenberg and CC. I don't anticipate that being an issue. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeachyDoodle Posted May 30, 2020 Share Posted May 30, 2020 There are some resources for Crash Course on TpT. Not sure if any of those would work for you. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MamaSprout Posted May 30, 2020 Share Posted May 30, 2020 (edited) You could line topics up with this review course: https://acdcecon.thinkific.com/courses/AP-government-urp You could do an every-other-day kind of thing with Crash Course. We'll probably do the review course, some readings and some sort of mock-government. Dd is kind of government buff, anyhow. ETA- I have an AP government textbook on my shelf already, but I'm sure there are lots of options. Edited May 30, 2020 by MamaSprout 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BakersDozen Posted May 31, 2020 Share Posted May 31, 2020 (edited) I have a syllabus for an 18-week Government course (last week study/take Final) which uses Crash Course, iCivics, textbook and oodles of fantastic movies. I provided options for a basic class along with an Honors track with two text options. I can send it via email to anyone who is interested. My students really loved it as it was more application of concepts instead of just typical text reading/testing. My younger dc even got involved with the iCivics "Do I Have a Right?" simulation. Edited May 31, 2020 by BakersDozen 7 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kristin0713 Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 On 5/31/2020 at 2:51 AM, BakersDozen said: I have a syllabus for an 18-week Government course (last week study/take Final) which uses Crash Course, iCivics, textbook and oodles of fantastic movies. I provided options for a basic class along with an Honors track with two text options. I can send it via email to anyone who is interested. My students really loved it as it was more application of concepts instead of just typical text reading/testing. My younger dc even got involved with the iCivics "Do I Have a Right?" simulation. I messaged you. I would love your syllabus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlktwins Posted June 1, 2020 Share Posted June 1, 2020 On 5/31/2020 at 2:51 AM, BakersDozen said: I have a syllabus for an 18-week Government course (last week study/take Final) which uses Crash Course, iCivics, textbook and oodles of fantastic movies. I provided options for a basic class along with an Honors track with two text options. I can send it via email to anyone who is interested. My students really loved it as it was more application of concepts instead of just typical text reading/testing. My younger dc even got involved with the iCivics "Do I Have a Right?" simulation. I am messaging you now. I would love this also. Thanks so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shburks Posted June 1, 2020 Author Share Posted June 1, 2020 On 5/30/2020 at 8:51 PM, BakersDozen said: I have a syllabus for an 18-week Government course (last week study/take Final) which uses Crash Course, iCivics, textbook and oodles of fantastic movies. I provided options for a basic class along with an Honors track with two text options. I can send it via email to anyone who is interested. My students really loved it as it was more application of concepts instead of just typical text reading/testing. My younger dc even got involved with the iCivics "Do I Have a Right?" simulation. Yes please! I'll message you as well. Thanks!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shburks Posted June 1, 2020 Author Share Posted June 1, 2020 On 5/29/2020 at 2:59 PM, PeachyDoodle said: There are some resources for Crash Course on TpT. Not sure if any of those would work for you. I saw that. It sounded like they were just worksheets to go along with the videos which isn't exactly what I wanted. I want a course with some depth but Crash Course for a little fun. Thanks though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shburks Posted June 1, 2020 Author Share Posted June 1, 2020 On 5/29/2020 at 10:48 AM, SusanC said: I'm having my rising 10th graders do a .5 credit American Government course over 8 weeks this summer. I am using the Annenberg learner course, which has great readings and videos with discussion points. On alternating days we are watching the Crash Course videos to break up the blocks of reading time. We are one week in, but I'm loving it. We may need to cut back on the reading slightly, since not everyone shares my enthusiasm and reading stamina. I also have a few things from icivics planned. I'm not trying to coordinate the topics between Annenberg and CC. I don't anticipate that being an issue. Which course are you using? Democracy in America? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Tick Posted June 2, 2020 Share Posted June 2, 2020 56 minutes ago, shburks said: Which course are you using? Democracy in America? Yes. The topic list is similar to Crash Course and to the units on icivics.org Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crl Posted June 3, 2020 Share Posted June 3, 2020 My daughter is using http://www.startsateight.com/uncle-eric-books-lesson-plan/. They use 2 "Uncle Eric" books and crash course videos to got with them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shburks Posted June 4, 2020 Author Share Posted June 4, 2020 (edited) 15 hours ago, crl said: My daughter is using http://www.startsateight.com/uncle-eric-books-lesson-plan/. They use 2 "Uncle Eric" books and crash course videos to got with them. Thank you! This is also an idea worth pursuing for sure! Are you using just the two books or the student study guides as well? In looking over the lesson plans, I see final exam--is that something in the student guide or something created by Starts at Eight? Edited June 4, 2020 by shburks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Random Posted June 4, 2020 Share Posted June 4, 2020 FundaFunda uses the crash course videos in their course. https://www.fundafundaacademy.com/ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crl Posted June 9, 2020 Share Posted June 9, 2020 On 6/3/2020 at 10:45 PM, shburks said: Thank you! This is also an idea worth pursuing for sure! Are you using just the two books or the student study guides as well? In looking over the lesson plans, I see final exam--is that something in the student guide or something created by Starts at Eight? We do have the student guides and the final exam is in the student guide. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brave Cat Posted June 17, 2020 Share Posted June 17, 2020 @BakersDozen I sent you a pm. I am a long time lurker and would love to have your syllabus if you are willing to share. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LCates Posted January 30, 2023 Share Posted January 30, 2023 On 5/30/2020 at 10:51 PM, BakersDozen said: I have a syllabus for an 18-week Government course (last week study/take Final) which uses Crash Course, iCivics, textbook and oodles of fantastic movies. I provided options for a basic class along with an Honors track with two text options. I can send it via email to anyone who is interested. My students really loved it as it was more application of concepts instead of just typical text reading/testing. My younger dc even got involved with the iCivics "Do I Have a Right?" simulation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LCates Posted January 30, 2023 Share Posted January 30, 2023 @BakersDozenWould you be so kind to share your syllabus? "I have a syllabus for an 18-week Government course (last week study/take Final) which uses Crash Course, iCivics, textbook and oodles of fantastic movies. I provided options for a basic class along with an Honors track with two text options. I can send it via email to anyone who is interested. My students really loved it as it was more application of concepts instead of just typical text reading/testing. My younger dc even got involved with the iCivics "Do I Have a Right?" simulation". My email is lcates@sisd.org Thank you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scbusf Posted February 8, 2023 Share Posted February 8, 2023 On 5/31/2020 at 2:51 AM, BakersDozen said: I have a syllabus for an 18-week Government course (last week study/take Final) which uses Crash Course, iCivics, textbook and oodles of fantastic movies. I provided options for a basic class along with an Honors track with two text options. I can send it via email to anyone who is interested. My students really loved it as it was more application of concepts instead of just typical text reading/testing. My younger dc even got involved with the iCivics "Do I Have a Right?" simulation. @BakersDozen I PMed you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PraririeNight Posted August 7, 2023 Share Posted August 7, 2023 On 5/31/2020 at 1:51 AM, BakersDozen said: I have a syllabus for an 18-week Government course (last week study/take Final) which uses Crash Course, iCivics, textbook and oodles of fantastic movies. I provided options for a basic class along with an Honors track with two text options. I can send it via email to anyone who is interested. My students really loved it as it was more application of concepts instead of just typical text reading/testing. My younger dc even got involved with the iCivics "Do I Have a Right?" simulation. I joined the forums specifically to ask if this would be something you would be willing to share? I'm a noob here, so I can't message you. Carrie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BakersDozen Posted August 8, 2023 Share Posted August 8, 2023 10 hours ago, PraririeNight said: I joined the forums specifically to ask if this would be something you would be willing to share? I'm a noob here, so I can't message you. Carrie Just sent it via PM. Let me know if it doesn't go through. 🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kr1stee Posted August 27, 2023 Share Posted August 27, 2023 On 5/30/2020 at 10:51 PM, BakersDozen said: I have a syllabus for an 18-week Government course (last week study/take Final) which uses Crash Course, iCivics, textbook and oodles of fantastic movies. I provided options for a basic class along with an Honors track with two text options. I can send it via email to anyone who is interested. My students really loved it as it was more application of concepts instead of just typical text reading/testing. My younger dc even got involved with the iCivics "Do I Have a Right?" simulation. Can I also get a copy? Thank you so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BakersDozen Posted August 29, 2023 Share Posted August 29, 2023 On 8/27/2023 at 2:25 PM, Kr1stee said: Can I also get a copy? Thank you so much! Just sent it via private message. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwregglesworth Posted December 22, 2023 Share Posted December 22, 2023 @BakersDozen Would you be able to send me your syllabus as well? Looking to update/spice up my course. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelly in VA Posted December 29, 2023 Share Posted December 29, 2023 @BakersDozen Would you be able to send me your syllabus as well? Thank you! I appreciate it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
easyasxyz Posted January 19 Share Posted January 19 I also sent you a message about the syllabus, thank you! On 12/29/2023 at 5:50 PM, Shelly in VA said: @BakersDozen Would you be able to send me your syllabus as well? Thank you! I appreciate it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MagistraKennedy Posted January 20 Share Posted January 20 (edited) On 5/26/2020 at 11:01 PM, shburks said: I'm looking for a semester long government class that perhaps uses Crash Course and a spine already prepped and ready to go! Does anyone know of such a thing or has anyone created something like this? disregard --- I should have read the whole thread. I can't figure out how to delete the post. Edited January 20 by MagistraKennedy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhJen Posted April 17 Share Posted April 17 On 5/31/2020 at 2:51 AM, BakersDozen said: I have a syllabus for an 18-week Government course (last week study/take Final) which uses Crash Course, iCivics, textbook and oodles of fantastic movies. I provided options for a basic class along with an Honors track with two text options. I can send it via email to anyone who is interested. My students really loved it as it was more application of concepts instead of just typical text reading/testing. My younger dc even got involved with the iCivics "Do I Have a Right?" simulation. I realize this is from several years ago but if you are still willing to share I would love to see this syllabus. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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