A Massively Collaborative Open U.S. History Textbook

OER Project is a non-profit open educational resources provider founded in 2011 Originally known as Big History Project (BHP), the titular course was intended to enable the global teaching of the subject of Big History.

Slavery has occurred in many forms throughout the world, but the Atlantic slave trade -- which forcibly brought more than 10 million Africans to the Americas -- stands out for both its global scale and its lasting legacy. Anthony Hazard discusses the historical, economic and personal impact of this massive historical injustice.

Slavery has existed as long as humans have had civilization, but the Atlantic Slave Trade was the height, or depth, of dehumanizing, brutal, chattel slavery. American slavery ended less than 150 years ago. In some parts of the world, it is still going on. So how do we reconcile that with modern life? In a desperate attempt at comic relief, Boba Fett makes an appearance.

This video explores migration path out of Africa that Homo Sapiens took to populate the world. Path of Early humans out of Africa

Native American history didn’t begin in 1492, and it didn’t end in 1900. It stretches back thousands and thousands of years and extends into the present – and the future – of the United States. In our first episode of Crash Course Native American History, we’ll explore why and how we plan to tell this history.

From the ancient Paleo-Indians crossing the land bridge of Beringia to the flourishing civilizations of the Inca Empire and Native American tribes, we'll explore the impact of this migration on the environment, the unique cultures that emerged, and the challenges faced along the way.

The 8th Grade US History & Civics Pre-Test at the start of the year is designed to assess your existing knowledge of key historical events, government principles, and civic concepts that will be explored in this course. This pre-test is not for a grade but helps identify what you already know and where you may need additional support, allowing the teacher to adjust lessons for better understanding. The goal is to establish a starting point for your learning, track growth throughout the year, and ensure that instruction is engaging and relevant. By taking this pre-test, you help create a more focused and effective classroom experience for everyone.