Class Calendar Length
Year Long
Grade Levels
9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites
None
Seats Available
5
Class Schedule
Mon to Fri, 12:35 to 1:27 pm
Course Summary
In this exploration of global heritage, students will uncover the rich mythologies and histories of Indigenous cultures, ranging from Native American and Mesoamerican traditions to Norse and Igbo narratives. The course investigates how these foundational stories continue to shape the modern world and the importance of preserving cultural legacy in the digital age. By conducting archival research and utilizing digital storytelling tools, students will act as cultural historians, culminating in the publication of their own narratives that honor and sustain Indigenous perspectives.
Key Outcomes
- Compare foundational mythologies across global Indigenous cultures.
- Utilize digital archival tools to preserve and research cultural history.
- Create and publish an original multimedia cultural narrative.
Mass. State Standards
- W.9-12.1–10: Writing (Research and creation of cultural narratives)
- SL.9-12.1–6: Speaking & Listening (Collaborative discussions and multimedia projects)
About the Instructor
Lyndsey Roberts is a veteran history educator and the Social Studies Department Chair at Hopkins Academy, where she has taught since 2013. An alumna of UMass Amherst, her academic studies were centered on History and Social Studies education, with a specialization in the tools of historical inquiry and the analysis of global cultural narratives. Since being appointed Department Chair in 2020, she has focused on academic leadership and curriculum design that challenges students to think critically about historical legacies and cultural preservation. Lyndsey is deeply committed to historical inquiry and student leadership, helping students see themselves as active participants in preserving and understanding the heritage of Indigenous cultures around the world.