Short Summary
Class Information
Availability
This online course is available at any time. Students may complete the course at their own pace and advance to the next level of learning.
Description
In this Social Studies course Fourth Grade students will build on foundational concepts as they learn about the present. Students will study history, government, economics, culture, and geography to build their understanding of past and present, as well as make inferences about the future. Inquiry into current events will help students make connections between the past and the present. Students will enlarge their world connections as they trace the global travels of people from many diverse cultures.
Neurodivergency Specializations and Accommodations
Disability Description
Onfire Learning online self-paced student-led courses for students with ADHD, giftedness, anxiety, dyslexia, auditory processing disorders, and autism offer tailored accommodations:
• ADHD: Flexible schedules, chunked content, interactive activities, frequent breaks, and visual schedules.
• Gifted: Advanced curriculum, independent projects, enrichment programs, and differentiated instruction.
• Anxiety: Stress reduction techniques, supportive communication, flexible deadlines, and a calm learning environment.
• Dyslexia: Text-to-speech tools, dyslexia-friendly fonts, visual aids, and extended time.
• Auditory Processing: Captioned videos, transcripts, visual instructions, and quiet spaces.
• Autism: Structured learning, social skills training, sensory-friendly materials, visual supports, and personalized feedback.
General accommodations include individualized education plans, accessible technology, parental involvement, and trained educators, ensuring a supportive and inclusive learning experience.