SOC-900 History of the Mother Lode

• I learned so much from this course and enjoyed it very much! I found it informative and a great learning experience! --Ashley H.


• Very informative, it was nice hearing from so many different perspectives. --Amanda H.

SOC 900, History of the Mother Lode is a 100% online course. 

​Gain a deeper understanding of the importance the Mother Lode had in California's history. In this online course, you will learn about the Yokut Indians, the settlers to the Gold Rush area, Hornitos, Agua Fria, the Mariposa County Courthouse, and much more. You will have a greater understanding about the growth and decline of cities throughout Mariposa County. You will learn about hard rock mining, the tools of the trade, and hear tales of the job. Through video lesson and oral histories, you will become familiar with many significant historic sites and people. Teachers will be able to take the content of this course as well as, the engaging practical technological lessons right back to their classroom. 
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These are some tools you will learn to utilize in this course. 

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Sign up for this course at Fresno Pacific University, Center for Professional Development: SOC 900 History of the Mother Lode

Watch this short video to learn more about the sites in the Mother Lode you will learn about by taking this course.