Alabama History Course Activities Overview

The video tutorial introduces a fourth-grade Alabama history course on Canvas, explaining how to navigate the course, its modules, and features. It covers orientation, course policies, geography skills, weekly content, interactive activities, and collaborative tasks. Students engage in map reading, quizzes, and writing activities, such as an explorer obituary, to enhance learning.

What platform is used for the Alabama History course?

• Moodle

• Canvas

• Blackboard

• Google Classroom

What is the first task in the orientation module?

• Take a quiz

• Introduce yourself in a discussion

• Watch a video

• Read course policies

What skills are emphasized in the geography overview?

• Map reading skills

• Mathematical skills

• Writing skills

• Artistic skills

Which two historical figures are highlighted in the weekly spotlight?

• Frederick Douglass and Sojourner Truth

• Booker T. Washington and Harriet Tubman

• Helen Keller and George Washington Carver

• Rosa Parks and Martin Luther King Jr.

What is the purpose of the interactive map activity?

• To learn about Alabama's history

• To explore different countries

• To identify historical landmarks

• To practice map reading skills

What is the final task in the assignments and activities section?

• Write an essay

• Take a final exam

• Complete a discussion form

• Submit a study guide

What is the main task in the Explorer obituary activity?

• Design a poster

• Write an obituary

• Create a map

• Record a video

Which explorers can you choose from for the obituary activity?

• Magellan, Cook, Drake

• Christopher Columbus, Marco Polo, Vasco da Gama

• Cortez, Pizarro, Vespucci

• Pon Leon, Doto, Balboa

What should you check to ensure all points are covered in the obituary?

• The instructor's notes

• The textbook

• The course syllabus

• The grading rubric

What is the purpose of the study guide Wiki?

• To share personal stories

• To compile a study guide for the test

• To watch course videos

• To submit assignments