Module 3: History
   Part 1: Introduction to history

American or United States History is required at some level in virtually all school systems. Even though the teaching of history is required, there are broad variations in what is included in these courses. While textbooks have traditionally driven history instruction, there are even variations in what history is included in textbooks for different states or regions of the country.

This module set up differs from the other modules. This module provides topics with resources on each topic. You may explore the resources as you need in order to learn more about different themes or events. The parts of this module are not sequential and you can explore (or not explore) topics in any order.

This module serves to highlight pieces of history that are sometimes left out or quickly covered in history courses. This is not an exhaustive list of ideas or events, but serves to introduce or expand on a more complete understanding of history and, therefore, a more complete understanding of race.

If you have other events to include in this module, please feel free to send your ideas to [email protected].

Here's an overview of this module on History:
Part 2. Foundations of Racism & Slavery
Part 3. White Supremacy
Part 4. Justifications of Racism & Slavery
Part 5. Slavery
Part 6. Financial Systems/Economy
Part 7. Juneteenth
Part 8. Jim Crow
Part 9. Tulsa Race Massacre (Riots)
Part 10. Sundown Towns
Part 11. Redlining & Gentrification
Part 12. The Case of Levittown
Part 13. The New Jim Crow
Part 14. History: Optimistic Closure

Please take the time that you need to read, watch, and listen so you can reflect, learn, and grow. You can complete each part of this module on your own. However, it may be beneficial to engage with someone else to allow for conversations, support, and accountability. If you are looking for someone to talk to, please feel free to reach out via email at [email protected].