Women and the American Frontier
( 30 Modules )

Module #1
Introduction to Women on the American Frontier
Course overview, historical context, and significance of womens experiences on the American Frontier

Module #2
Native American Women and the Frontier
Exploring the lives and roles of Native American women before and during European settlement

Module #3
Pioneer Women:Daily Life and Challenges
Diaries, letters, and primary sources reveal the daily struggles and triumphs of pioneer women

Module #4
Womens Work on the Frontier
Examining the diverse occupations and contributions of women, from farming to entrepreneurship

Module #5
Frontier Marriage and Family
The changing nature of marriage, family, and gender roles on the American Frontier

Module #6
Womens Health and Medicine on the Frontier
The challenges and innovations in healthcare for women on the American Frontier

Module #7
The Role of Women in Westward Expansion
How women influenced and participated in the expansion of the United States

Module #8
Women and the California Gold Rush
The experiences of women during the California Gold Rush, including entrepreneurs and prostitutes

Module #9
Women Homesteaders and Land Ownership
The history of womens land ownership and Homesteading Acts

Module #10
African American Women on the Frontier
The experiences of African American women, from slavery to freedom, on the American Frontier

Module #11
Womens Suffrage and the Frontier
The fight for womens suffrage and how it intersected with the American Frontier

Module #12
Women and the Cattle Industry
The roles of women in the cattle industry, including ranching and cowgirls

Module #13
Women and the Railroad
The impact of the railroad on womens lives and opportunities on the American Frontier

Module #14
Women and Education on the Frontier
The development of education on the American Frontier and womens roles as teachers and students

Module #15
Women and the Military on the Frontier
The experiences of women in military roles, including nurses, laundresses, and officers wives

Module #16
Womens Literature and the American Frontier
The literary contributions of women writers, including Willa Cather and Laura Ingalls Wilder

Module #17
Womens Art and Music on the Frontier
The artistic contributions of women, including folk art, quilting, and music

Module #18
Women and Law on the American Frontier
The evolution of womens legal rights, including property and divorce laws

Module #19
Women and Violence on the Frontier
The experiences of women with violence, including domestic violence and Outlaw Women

Module #20
Women and Reform on the Frontier
The social reform movements led by women, including temperance and abolition

Module #21
Women and the Environment on the Frontier
The impact of womens daily lives on the environment and natural resources

Module #22
Women and the End of the Frontier
The closing of the American Frontier and its impact on womens lives and opportunities

Module #23
Legacy of Women on the American Frontier
The lasting impact of womens experiences on the development of the United States

Module #24
Primary Source Analysis:Diaries and Letters
Analyzing primary sources to better understand womens experiences on the American Frontier

Module #25
Primary Source Analysis:Photographs and Artifacts
Analyzing visual primary sources to better understand womens experiences on the American Frontier

Module #26
Historiography:Interpreting Women on the Frontier
Examining the different historical interpretations of womens experiences on the American Frontier

Module #27
Methodologies:Studying Women on the Frontier
Approaches and methodologies for studying womens experiences on the American Frontier

Module #28
Comparative Analysis:Women on the Frontier and Beyond
Comparing womens experiences on the American Frontier to those in other regions and time periods

Module #29
Contemporary Relevance:Women and the American West Today
Exploring the ongoing impact of womens experiences on the American Frontier on contemporary society

Module #30
Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion
Planning next steps in Women and the American Frontier career

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Women and the American Frontier ( 30 Modules )

Women and the American Frontier
( 30 Modules )