Job Application for History Lesson Writing (Contract) at Study.com C

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Study.com is seeking experienced History Experts to create engaging, academically rigorous longform lessons for our educational platform. Our ideal History Expert possesses deep subject matter knowledge, exceptional writing skills, and the ability to explain complex historical events in an accessible manner while maintaining academic integrity. This is an online, remote contract role. All work is paid per piece.

Project Description

- Developing 30 comprehensive academic lessons (1,000-2,000 words) based on provided titles and keywords

- Creating clear, accurate content that fully addresses the lesson topic while maintaining academic rigor

- Reviewing and editing FAQ sections to ensure accuracy and alignment with lesson content

- Crafting appropriate Header titles that incorporate keywords while clearly defining the central topic

Required Skills:

- Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in History or related field OR Bachelor's degree with at least 5 years teaching experience

- Teaching or lecturing experience in History subjects

- Strong writing skills with exceptional grammar and composition abilities

- Excellent research skills and attention to detail

- Ability to meet deadlines and respond promptly to feedback

For History expertise, candidates should demonstrate:

- A strong grasp of key historical themes, events, and methodologies, with the ability to contextualize and connect historical developments across time periods

- Proficiency in communicating intricate historical ideas, theories, and debates to diverse audiences, including non-specialists, students, or general readers.

- Familiarity with major historical periods and events, with an emphasis on understanding cause-and-effect relationships, historical continuity, and their influence on subsequent developments.

- Expertise in analyzing primary and secondary sources, such as archival documents, oral histories, artifacts, and scholarly texts, to construct well-supported historical narratives.

What We Offer:

Reliable Payments: You'll receive payments twice a month and automated invoicing for your work.
Remote Work: This is a fully online contracted work-from-home opportunity.
Flexibility: Work when you want, where you want, and select projects that most interest you.
Support: Our supportive staff is available answer your questions and help you get up and running.

The Contract Process

Complete the application and submit with your resume.
Applications are approved and contracts sent on Wednesdays.
Submit the contract within the 5-day signing window.
The following Wednesday, you’ll receive onboarding instructions.

You can view a step-by-step overview of the contract process here: How to Become a Freelancer with Study.com

About Study.com

The mission of Study.com is to make education accessible, and over the last two decades we’ve become the leading online education platform, delivering a personalized learning experience across a broad continuum of education for over 30 million students, instructors, and professionals every month.

We help empower millions of learners to achieve their education and career goals. We focus on increasing access to education because we know information is the ultimate equalizer and that education is key to upward mobility.

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Describe your relevant teaching, tutoring, or content development experience in History. Include years of experience, specific subjects taught, and any specific area of expertise.

Reorganize this lesson outline into a logical sequence that best serves the learning objectives for teaching a history lesson on the “Causes and Consequences of World War I”

Political, Social, and Economic Consequences of World War I
Militarism and the Arms Race
The Treaty of Versailles and Its Lasting Impact
Alliance Systems and Their Role in Escalation
Nationalism and Rising Tensions in Europe
Imperialism and Competition for Global Influence
The Domino Effect: The Outbreak of War
The Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand

Write a 5-sentence introductory paragraph on a historical topic that you are familiar with, as if you were teaching it to high school students. Include key terms (e.g., primary sources, historical context, causation), and organize your explanation with a clear structure to engage and inform students.

List three links to authoritative academic sources that you would consult for a lesson on The Causes and Consequences of World War I. Acceptable sources must meet the following criteria: • The publisher of the website (person or organization) is clearly identifiable. • The publisher is a legitimate and reliable authority on the topic. Examples of authoritative sources include professional organizations, industry leaders, government agencies, or state-approved educational institutions.

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