Civil War Courses and Certifications

US History - Civil War: Lesson Plans & Resources

Comprehensive resources for teaching the Civil War, including lesson plans on abolitionists, key figures, daily life, and major battles to engage students in U.S. history.

• Study.com
• 15 hours 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Poetry in America: The Civil War and Its Aftermath

1 review

Explore the poetry of the Civil War and its aftermath.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 3-5 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Virginia SOL - US History to 1865: Test Prep & Practice

Comprehensive test prep covering US history from pre-Columbian era to 1865. Engaging video lessons and quizzes help master key topics for Virginia SOL exam success.

• Study.com
• 14 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Seeking Women’s Rights: Colonial Period to the Civil War

1 review

Explore women's experiences in Colonial America and early 19th century, from enslaved and indentured servants to rural housewives, as they sought individual rights and entered the workforce during industrialization.

• edX
• 10 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The Civil War and Reconstruction – 1865-1890: The Unfinished Revolution

8 reviews

Examine the pivotal but misunderstood era of Reconstruction that followed the Civil War, the first effort in American history to construct an interracial democracy.

• edX
• 18 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

DSST The Civil War & Reconstruction: Study Guide & Test Prep

Comprehensive preparation for the DSST Civil War and Reconstruction exam, covering 19th-century America, slavery tensions, war events, and Reconstruction through video lessons and quizzes.

• Study.com
• 14 hours
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

The Civil War & Reconstruction for Teachers: Professional Development

Engaging professional development for teachers on the Civil War and Reconstruction era, offering college credits through video lessons adaptable to busy schedules.

• Study.com
• 11 hours 20 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Civil War Unit Plan

Comprehensive guide for teaching the Civil War, covering key events, figures, and technologies with engaging activities and lesson plans for effective student learning.

• Study.com
• 8 hours 40 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Slavery and State Rights - What Caused the Civil War?

Explores five theories on Southern secession, including slavery preservation and fear, and examines how historians have interpreted the Civil War's causes, from Rhodes to the Beards' economic perspective.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Civil War and Reconstruction - 1861 - 1865: A New Birth of Freedom

6 reviews

Learn about the political, social, and economic changes in the Union and the Confederacy and the Civil War’s long-term economic and intellectual impact.

• edX
• 16 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Legacies of the Civil War - Lecture 27

Explore the enduring impact of the Civil War through three memory strains: reconciliationist, white supremacist, and emancipationist. Examine how historical interpretations and control of war memories have evolved over time.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Constitutional Crisis and Impeachment of a President - The Civil War and Reconstruction - Lecture 22

Explore the political dynamics of Reconstruction, focusing on President Johnson's policies, Congressional opposition, and the passage of pivotal amendments and acts shaping post-Civil War America.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

From Civil War to Civil Rights - The Unending Battle to Vote

Explore the ongoing struggle for universal suffrage in the US, from the 15th Amendment to modern challenges, with insights on racial attitudes, regional differences, and key historical moments.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 28 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Civil War and Reconstruction - 1850-1861: A House Divided

20 ratings at edX

Discover how the issue of slavery came to dominate American politics, and how political leaders struggled and failed to resolve the growing crisis in the nation.

• edX
• 20 weeks, 4-6 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

The Civil War and Reconstruction

Explore the transformative era of the American Civil War and Reconstruction, examining its causes, conduct, and lasting impact on politics, society, and the meanings of freedom and equality.

• edX
• On-Demand
• $150.00
• 3 courses