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History of the Mother Lode

SOC-900
3 Credits
Online
4.77/5.00
SOC-900
3 Credits
Online
4.77/5.00

Gain a deeper understanding of the importance the Mother Lode had in California's history. In this online course, you will learn about the Yokut Indians, the settlers to the Gold Rush area, Hornitos, Agua Fria, the Mariposa County Courthouse, and much more. You will have a greater understanding about the growth and decline of cities throughout Mariposa County. You will learn about hard rock mining, the tools of the trade, and hear tales of the job. Through video lesson and oral histories, you will become familiar with many significant historic sites and people. Teachers will be able to take the content of this course as well as, the engaging practical technological lessons right back to their classroom.

NOTE: Required book must be acquired separately.

This course is applicable towards the California History Certificate.

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Jeromy Winter

Instructor
I am passionate about teaching! I have a solid foundation in teaching language arts and have great enthusiasm for teaching California history. My experience includes teaching at the elementary school level for 15 years and teaching adults through the continuing education program for 6 years. I have continued my education throughout my career and have a strong commitment to helping other teachers advance in their careers. My California history courses offer an interesting way to learn about the history of the great state of California. I believe in teaching teachers techniques that will interest and engage their students. My courses give teachers experiences they can implement in their own classrooms and are aligned to standards for teaching. Teachers of all grade levels will be able to match my courses with the standards they teach.