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The Civil Rights Movement

SOC-956
3 Credits
Online
4.87/5.00
SOC-956
3 Credits
Online
4.87/5.00
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70 Reviews

4.50/5.00
7/21/2026
State: CALIFORNIA
This course was very valuable for me. As a firm believer in civil rights, factual history, and democracy, I believe it is important that the true history of the Civil Rights Movement is faithfully shared rather than erased or altered. In the course itself, I found it important not only to read and watch videos about well-known leaders, but also to read about the many lesser-known heroes of the Civil Rights Movement and their perseverance and fortitude. I believe that this course would be beneficial for all educators, as well as anyone who needs a reminder that we, as a people, can do hard things and see positive progress toward equality and justice. This course would be beneficial for all who care deeply about our Constitutional rights and the history that led to greater equality.
5.00/5.00
8/10/2025
State: CALIFORNIA
This has been one of the most fulfilling classes I have completed here. Dr. Carden's thoughtful class helped me learn much more about the Civil Rights movement.
5.00/5.00
5/9/2025
State: NEVADA
I really enjoyed my writing for the assignments. I really come away with an improved set of skills and knowledge with Dr. Carden's classes, Thank you
4.00/5.00
4/23/2025
State: CALIFORNIA
I really enjoyed this course, it exposed me to fantastic materials related to the Civil Rights Movement.
5.00/5.00
6/14/2024
State: NEW JERSEY
Dr. Carden's classes continue to expand my social studies knowledge and deepen my understanding of our country and world. Assignments are challenging, appropriate, and useful.
4.00/5.00
10/9/2023
State: NORTH CAROLINA
I learned so much! The opportunity to create a lesson and teach it was so rewarding. I actually created three lessons, two to pre-teach content and skills that I wanted the students to have and the main lesson which was to analyze MLK's "I Have a Dream" speech and create a "puzzle piece poster" to express their understanding of a key idea from the speech. The thought and creativity I saw in my 8th graders was phenomenal. I know that in the future, Dr. Carden said this would be an online class. Having to do this independent study without being able to interact regularly with others is the only thing that caused me to give a 4 instead of a 5. The coursework itself was definitely a 5 as was Dr. Carden's response when I contacted him.
5.00/5.00
7/24/2023
State: OHIO
5.00/5.00
5/22/2023
State: PENNSYLVANIA
I loved everything about this course! The assignments were relevant and insightful, and Dr. Carden was quick to respond when needed!
5.00/5.00
5/5/2023
State: VIRGINIA
It was very informative, even though I was not unfamiliar with the subject.
5.00/5.00
10/28/2022
State: MICHIGAN
I have really enjoyed the structure and content of the class. The assignments are time-consuming and challenging, but worthwhile to allow me to explore the content more for the benefit of me and the students I teach in my classroom.
5.00/5.00
6/30/2022
State: NEW JERSEY
Loved the class. Truly enjoyed all the materials and feel it will be very useful in my classroom.
5.00/5.00
12/9/2021
State: NEW JERSEY
This was a great course that provided me with a tremendous amount of valuable information. This course will definitely help me teach the Civil Rights Movement in a more meaningful way.
4.50/5.00
11/19/2021
State: MARYLAND
great chance to explore a topic I love in more depth
5.00/5.00
9/21/2021
State: MARYLAND
5.00/5.00
6/11/2021
State: NEW YORK
Great course!
5.00/5.00
4/12/2021
State: CALIFORNIA
GREAT COURSE. Something like this should be required for all teachers to take.
5.00/5.00
3/16/2021
State: MARYLAND
A lot of eye opening information. I learned a great deal about the lesser known heroes of the movement and about the influence of women on the movement. Loved it
5.00/5.00
1/23/2021
State: OHIO
I love these self-paced courses! I plan on taking more.
5.00/5.00
1/13/2021
State: NEW YORK
Dr. Carden is a great professor! This course was extremely relevant to the classes that I teach and gave me a new perspective on the Civil Rights Movement.
5.00/5.00
1/6/2021
State: ILLINOIS
The course was very educational and the professor was very helpful and and prompt with his responses.
5.00/5.00
11/16/2020
State: VIRGINIA
4.50/5.00
7/26/2020
State: MASSACHUSETTS
The course provides a great overview of the civil rights movement. I particularly liked the choice in books and the research element.
5.00/5.00
6/23/2020
State: OHIO
Dr. Carden set up a great curiculum and was responsive to all of my questions and needs! I have recommended FPU to my friends!
5.00/5.00
2/29/2020
State: PENNSYLVANIA
5.00/5.00
10/27/2019
State: MISSOURI
4.00/5.00
9/26/2019
State: CALIFORNIA
5.00/5.00
8/17/2019
State: PENNSYLVANIA
Great course! Very informative and powerful!
5.00/5.00
8/7/2019
State: NEW YORK
5.00/5.00
7/31/2019
State: MISSOURI
Couldn't be more thrilled with the classes. What I learn and what I am able to apply is a tremendous help towards my goals as an educator! Thanks!
4.50/5.00
7/15/2019
State: ILLINOIS
4.50/5.00
7/5/2019
State: PENNSYLVANIA
A very helpful course for making connections and sharpening content knowledge
5.00/5.00
7/4/2019
State: CALIFORNIA
Great course. I enjoyed learning the material. I highly recommend this course.
5.00/5.00
6/24/2019
State: NEW JERSEY
Very worthwhile course. I really gained a deep insight into the people and events, including those lesser known, of the Civil Rights Movement.
5.00/5.00
6/7/2019
State: NEW JERSEY
Excellent perspective on the Civil Rights Movement!
5.00/5.00
4/29/2019
State: ILLINOIS
5.00/5.00
9/11/2018
State: OHIO
5.00/5.00
8/18/2018
State: PENNSYLVANIA
5.00/5.00
6/12/2018
State: MISSOURI
Great course!
5.00/5.00
10/16/2017
State: NEVADA
5.00/5.00
9/6/2017
State: OHIO
Great class in which materials and content covered will be very valuable for using in my own class.
5.00/5.00
5/30/2017
State: OHIO
Incredibly informative class.
4.00/5.00
5/25/2017
State: MASSACHUSETTS
5.00/5.00
5/22/2017
State: MAINE
5.00/5.00
5/1/2017
State: MASSACHUSETTS
5.00/5.00
4/3/2017
State: OHIO
5.00/5.00
12/16/2016
State: NEVADA
5.00/5.00
9/14/2016
State: NEW JERSEY
5.00/5.00
6/29/2016
State: CALIFORNIA
Thanks for a great course on the Civil Rights Movement.
5.00/5.00
4/11/2016
State: WISCONSIN
5.00/5.00
12/8/2015
State: PENNSYLVANIA
5.00/5.00
9/8/2015
State: CALIFORNIA
5.00/5.00
8/3/2015
State: CALIFORNIA
Fantastic Course! Enlightening and educational in a very clear manner. Highly recommend.
5.00/5.00
5/8/2015
State: OHIO
5.00/5.00
3/10/2015
State: VIRGINIA
5.00/5.00
8/19/2014
State: PENNSYLVANIA
5.00/5.00
7/13/2014
State: PENNSYLVANIA
5.00/5.00
4/22/2014
State: OHIO
Having taught for 28 years, i was not sure what this class could offer me. I was amazed at how many personal stories I learned to share with my students. The in-depth study of Dr. King's writings was a tremendous learning experience. I would recommend this class for anyone who has an interest in the civil rights movement or American history.
5.00/5.00
4/8/2014
State: NEW YORK
5.00/5.00
4/3/2014
State: OHIO
4.00/5.00
12/10/2013
State: OHIO
I really liked the course, but I wish there was an option to submit assignments electronically, instead of only via mail, and all at once. Some initial feedback to let students know they are on the right track would have been helpful, instead of submitting all at once and crossing fingers hoping that it turned out well. Other than that, course was very informative.
4.00/5.00
8/23/2012
State: ILLINOIS
5.00/5.00
7/30/2012
State: NEBRASKA
5.00/5.00
7/22/2012
State: OHIO
4.00/5.00
7/22/2012
State: MINNESOTA
5.00/5.00
7/17/2012
State: NEW YORK
5.00/5.00
4/20/2012
State: OHIO
5.00/5.00
3/8/2012
State: CALIFORNIA
5.00/5.00
11/29/2011
State: NEW JERSEY
Interesting class allowing the student to work at their own convenience.
5.00/5.00
11/27/2011
State: NEW YORK
5.00/5.00
8/28/2010
State:
I learned a lot about the Civil Rights Movement during this course. Dr. Carden was quick to respond to questions and very helpful.