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Class 75: Taking What Belongs to Us Back (Part 4)

Class 75: Taking What Belongs to Us Back (Part 4)

by | Sep 17, 2026 | Class, Gwen Ebron

CLASS OVERVIEW

Hear, “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” by the Hampton University Choir, see the Alvin Alley Dancers, hear about Elizabeth Taylor Greenfield and hear Danielle Angrand sing like Sarah Vaughn.

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THE QUIZ

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Class 58: Repatriation: The Modern Life of precolonial Treasures & The Collapse of the Guild System during Colonial Rule

Class 58: Repatriation: The Modern Life of precolonial Treasures & The Collapse of the Guild System during Colonial Rule

by | Sep 13, 2026 | Class, John Aden

CLASS OVERVIEW

In this lesson we explore the recent controversies related to the repatriation of Benin Bronzes, including one controversy that was driven by an African American lawsuit to keep the Bronzes at the Smithsonian and not return them to Benin.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED:

  • Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials.
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World Changer/Teacher: Dr. John Aden

 

Sources: 

Sources information and links cited for this class can be found within the Google Slides Presentation below.

THE QUIZ

Quizzes are not applicable in this class.

MATERIALS AND OTHER INFORMATION

Dr. John’s Class #58 Google Slide Presentation Deck: https://app.typeset.com/play/8X44PG

Class 74: Taking What Belongs to Us Back (Part 3)

Class 74: Taking What Belongs to Us Back (Part 3)

by | Sep 3, 2026 | Class, Gwen Ebron

CLASS OVERVIEW

Learn about Eatonville, Florida; Rodeo Drive; Tahaqa and Jesus.

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Sources:

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1Ha7bp26vM/

Study Guide

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THE QUIZ

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Class 57: The Royal Workshops — Artisan Guilds

Class 57: The Royal Workshops — Artisan Guilds

by | Aug 30, 2026 | Class, John Aden

CLASS OVERVIEW

In this lesson we explained how precolonial artisan guilds worked in Benin and Togo and a part of Nigeria, and contrasted this with how guilds worked and still work in the Mande speaking world of West Africa.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED:

  • Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials.
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World Changer/Teacher: Dr. John Aden

 

Sources: 

Sources information and links cited for this class can be found within the Google Slides Presentation below.

THE QUIZ

Quizzes are not applicable in this class.

MATERIALS AND OTHER INFORMATION

Dr. John’s Class #57 Google Slide Presentation Deck: https://app.typeset.com/play/6QW076

Class 56: The Royal Workshops — Of Looms & Stools

Class 56: The Royal Workshops — Of Looms & Stools

by | Aug 23, 2026 | Class, John Aden

CLASS OVERVIEW

In this lesson we cover Weaving in the Rainforest Zone in Precolonial Benin, Togo and a part of Nigeria, as well as seats of political authority as carved instruments of power.

BEFORE YOU GET STARTED:

  • Please check the materials that go with this lesson and print relevant materials.
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World Changer/Teacher: Dr. John Aden

 

Sources: 

Sources information and links cited for this class can be found within the Google Slides Presentation below.

THE QUIZ

Quizzes are not applicable in this class.

MATERIALS AND OTHER INFORMATION

Dr. John’s Class #56 Google Slide Presentation Deck: https://app.typeset.com/play/P0JV4K

Class 73: Taking What Belongs to Us Back (Part 2)

Class 73: Taking What Belongs to Us Back (Part 2)

by | Aug 20, 2026 | Class, Gwen Ebron

CLASS OVERVIEW

Continue to be informed and inspired by The deep sea diver Crabtree, and learn about the second-largest place of African people.

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Sources:

https://youtu.be/0-lQ2T-wu0E?is=ly9Nl7uYyY4RwkUG

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THE QUIZ

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