Native American History Courses and Certifications

The Aspen Institute

Native American Perspective - The Struggle to Survive

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Explore the challenges and resilience of Native American communities as they strive to preserve their culture, traditions, and way of life in the face of historical and contemporary adversities.

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

The Aspen Institute

Native Americans and the 20th Century

Explore the experiences and challenges faced by Native Americans in the 20th century, examining key historical events and their lasting impact on indigenous communities.

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

Revitalizing the Chumash Canoe Culture - Preserving Indigenous Maritime Heritage

Tribal elder Alan Salazar discusses the revival of Chumash plank canoes, highlighting the importance of indigenous maritime traditions and their connection to environmental stewardship and cultural preservation.

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

Social Studies for Kids

Engaging lessons on civics, history, geography, and economics prepare elementary students for success in social studies, covering diverse topics from ancient civilizations to modern conflicts.

• Study.com
• 5 days 24 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

US History 1786-1860: Lesson Plans & Resources

Comprehensive resource for teaching US History from 1786-1860, covering key events and periods with video lessons and quizzes to enhance instruction and student engagement.

• Study.com
• 1 day 1 hour 36 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

Native Peoples of North America

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Join the Smithsonian and an award-winning professor to recount an epic story of resistance and accommodation, persistence and adaption, and extraordinary hardship and survival.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 49 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The American West: History, Myth, and Legacy

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Discover what the Wild West was really like as acclaimed Professor Patrick N. Allitt reveals the truth behind our cherished stories.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

Smallpox - From Endemic Disease to Eradication - Lecture 2

Explore smallpox's impact on Europe and the New World, public health responses, and the development of inoculation and vaccination techniques in this historical analysis.

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

SciShow

Why Did These Ancient People Abandon Copper?

Discover why Native Americans in ancient Michigan abandoned advanced copper metalworking despite mastering the technology millennia before other cultures developed similar skills.

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

The 18th Century Founding of Yale and its Many Contexts - Native American Dispossession and the Puritan Vision

Explore Yale's 18th-century origins, examining Native American dispossession, Puritan influence, and the complex historical context that shaped the institution's founding and early development.

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

The Aspen Institute

Kit Carson and the 19th Century American West - A Legendary Journey of Exploration

Explore the complex life of Kit Carson, a legendary figure of the American West, and his impact on 19th-century frontier history and cultural clashes.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Mahindra Humanities Center

The Broken Heart of America - St. Louis and the Violent History of the United States

Explore St. Louis's pivotal role in shaping American history, from imperialism and racism to radical resistance, with insights from Walter Johnson's book and expert panel discussion.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 30 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Revealing Patterns in the Longue Durée - Native American Population Dynamics

Exploring long-term patterns in Native American history, focusing on population changes, agriculture, conflict, and cultural exchange in the American Southwest.

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

The Dawes Act and Residential Boarding Schools - Assimilation or Annihilation

Explore the impact of the Dawes Act and residential boarding schools on Native American communities, examining the shift from annihilation to forced assimilation in U.S. federal policy.

• YouTube
• 15 minutes
• On-Demand
• Conference Talk

The Aspen Institute

Kit Carson and the 19th Century American West - A Legendary Journey of Exploration

Explore Kit Carson's complex legacy and the 19th century American West, examining historical perspectives and the challenges of interpreting controversial figures.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 5 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video