Subject Area
Class Calendar Length
Year Long
Grade Levels
9, 10, 11, 12
Prerequisites
None
Seats Available
5
Class Schedule
Mon.-Fri. 12:35 to 1:27 pm
Course Description
In this exploration of global heritage, students uncover rich mythologies and histories of diverse 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 highlights the vital importance of preserving cultural legacies in the digital age.
Through archival research and digital storytelling tools, students act as cultural historians, examining historical contexts and community preservation efforts. The semester culminates in the publication of original student narratives that honor, sustain, and celebrate enduring Indigenous perspectives and global cultural traditions throughout their high school academic journey.
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. A proud UMass Amherst alumna whose academic focus centers on historical inquiry and global cultural narratives, she stepped into leadership as Department Chair in 2020.
Since then, Lyndsey has championed innovative curriculum design that challenges students to examine historical legacies and cultural preservation with a critical eye. Deeply dedicated to student empowerment and historical exploration, she inspires young learners to actively engage in understanding, celebrating, and safeguarding the diverse heritage of Indigenous cultures across the entire modern world.