Classes
Ongoing Live Courses
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Ancient Greek Mythology, World History, & Politics
The study of ancient Greece has always been essential to a high-quality Western education. This course is an absolute must for every student seeking an academic experience comparable to the world's top middle schools and high schools
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Travel the World with a Harvard Archaeologist
Virtual World Travel! This class takes students on journeys throughout the world. Learn new cultures. Explore the most fascinating cities and regions on the globe. Our current segment follows all of Odysseus’ stops in Homer’s epic and their real-world locations! Students in this course learn the geography, art, archaeology, culture, and history
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![A woman with sunglasses and a white lace top smiling for a selfie in front of the Great Pyramid of Giza under a blue sky with scattered clouds.]()
Ancient Rome & Egypt with a Harvard Archaeologist
Exciting topics from Ancient Rome and Egypt. Classes are visual, high-energy, fun, and informative. Explore the ancient world through archaeology, myth, and history. Perfect for homeschool or supplementing a history curriculum
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Be an A+ Student & Get Into an Ivy League School
Weekly access to a former Harvard instructor and advisor. Each week we discuss techniques to maximize your learner’s likelihood of scoring top marks, optimize time management, and prepare for application to - and success at - top schools.
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Public Speaking: Build Confidence, Leadership, Communication Skills
Whether it’s speaking in front of the class, YouTube, debate, leadership, or voice acting. This is a skill that improves with practice and an expert coach! What a difference a few classes can make! Life Skills, Leadership, Debate
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Tsars of Russia: Leadership & Politics in European History
Uncover the patterns of power with a Harvard-educated historian. In this ongoing series, students embark on a chronological journey through Europe’s most storied dynasties. Our current season dives into the dramatic Tsars of Russia
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![A promotional image for OutSchool's Minecraft History Challenges Class features a split scene of an ancient Mayan pyramid and an Egyptian pyramid. The scene includes a cartoon archaeologist woman holding a tablet and a tool, with children riding camels in the desert, emphasizing travel and exploration related to archaeology.]()
Minecraft History Challenges Club with an Archaeologist
Description goes herJoin the largest private realm on Outschool. Build, learn, and make friends guided by an archaeologist. We have 60 different areas to explore. We also have a griefing realm- survive if you can!e
Self-Paced Courses
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Ancient Greek & Roman Myth: Intro to the Olympian Gods
Master the 12 Olympians! Join a Harvard expert for this top-rated, self-paced course from creation until the modern age. Academic & fun for all students. Foundational learning for high-performing students. Explore classical myths today
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![Book cover featuring a woman dressed as an ancient Egyptian queen wearing a headdress with gold and colorful details, sitting in profile with a side view of her face and neck, with Egyptian hieroglyphs and the title "Cleopatra" in large yellow letters.]()
Cleopatra: Last Queen of Egypt - Leadership and Intrigue From Ancient History
The female pharaoh with well-publicized political and personal liaisons to Rome and a power in the ancient Middle East. And that’s just the parts you already know. Come to understand this multifaceted female leader.
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![Painting of King Henry VIII dressed in ornate royal attire with jewelry and a fur-trimmed gown, standing with hands on his waist.]()
Henry VIII the Man, the King, the Husband to Six Queens
We learn about the personality of Henry VIII and the significant events during his rule. Henry is fun to learn about and gives a good introduction to this period of time in history
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Julius Caesar: The Man Every Emperor Wanted to Be
Julius Caesar was a powerhouse Roman general and leader. In this class we analyze how his rise to power lead to his assassination and the dawn of the Roman Empire. Roman history - and world history - will never be the same
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The Six Wives of Henry VIII. The Real History Behind 'Six: the Musical'
The extravagant court of King Henry VIII was home to six different queens. Explore their lives, history, leadership, personalities, and circumstances of each of these Queens of England. Perfect for lovers of Six: the Musical
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Ghost Stories from History - Season 1: Early American History
History and is full of unexplained lore, fantastic tales, and stories of ghosts and hauntings. In this class we explore these elements in early America. We discuss famous historical people and places and their association with spookiness
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Ghost Stories from History - Season 2: Medieval Ghosts
Historical events, people, and cultures are the inspiration for these ghost stories and fantastic tales. In this class we explore several exciting historic tales and their spooky middle-ages origins.
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History of American Independence and the Beginning of the Revolution
From 13 original colonies to the founding of a new nation. The American forefathers envisioned a nation of liberty for all. This is a fun, informative experience filled with the history and personalities that surround American independence
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Irish Myth and Legend
Whether you have direct Irish/Celtic family origins or simply enjoy celebrating the vibrant holiday that is St. Patrick's day, this class is a fun, informative experience filled with the facts and legends of the Emerald Isle's culture!
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Fun Introduction to Ancient Greek Democracy
The democratic form of government - rule by the people - was born in ancient Athens. In this lesson, we learn why and how this came about. An essential lesson for any student interested in ancient Greece or government.
1-on-1 Tutoring, Test Prep, Projects, Essay Help
Sondra is available on an urgent-help basis for guidance on projects, exams, essays, standardized tests, etc.