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Grade 6 |
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SOCIAL STUDIES |
| 1.0 |
Focusing Skills And Knowledge |
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The student will demonstrate an understanding of the skills and knowledge necessary for the study of geography and world history. |
| 1.1 |
Interpret geographical and historical |
| 1.1.1 |
interpret graphs, charts and tables to gather information from maps, graphs and information and draw conclusions timelines |
| 1.1.2 |
analyze the chronological sequences of events using timelines and charts |
| 1.1.3 |
compare and contrast various map forms and other geographic representations (e.g., maps, globes, aerialphotographs, satellite-produced images) |
| 1.1.4 |
acquire, process and report geographic information from various map forms and other geographic representations (e.g., location, distance, patterns of land use, connections between places, patterns and processes of migration) |
| 1.1.5 |
develop and use mental maps of selected regions to recall geographic information (e.g., identifies continent on which country is located from memory) |
| 1.2 |
Analyze information from primary and secondary sources |
| 1.2.1 |
interpret information gathered from primary and secondary sources, recognizing that historical events are subject to different interpretations |
| 1.2.2 |
distinguish between fact and opinion in primary and secondary sources |
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| 2.0 |
Geography |
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The student will demonstrate an understanding of the geography of Africa, Asia and Australia/Oceania and its interaction with human activities. |
| 2.1 |
Analyze the interrelationship of geography and human activities in different regions |
| 2.1.1 |
identify the physical and human criteria used to define regions (e.g., hemispheres, countries, city, boundaries) |
| 2.1.2 |
recognize that people create social and political geographic divisions of a region (e.g., national borders) |
| 2.1.3 |
identify ways in which the spatial organization of a society changes over time (e.g., urban sprawl as a result of industrialization, suburbanization in developed countries) |
| 2.1.4 |
describe ways physical and human characteristics ofregions have changed over time (e.g., effects of volcanic activity, changed river flow resulting from dam, development of cities, altered national borders) |
| 2.1.5 |
describe way regions are interconnected and interdependent (e.g., crude oil from Egypt processed and distributed in US) |
| 2.1.6 |
compare and contrast ways various cultures use similar resources and environments (e.g., differing irrigation methods) |
| 2.1.7 |
recognize the environmental consequences resulting from people changing the physical environment (e.g., deforestation, ozone depletion, destruction of wildlife habitat) |
| 2.2 |
Examine the physical geography of Africa and its regional influence |
| 2.2.1 |
identify major landforms and bodies of water of Africa (e.g., Great Rift Valley, Nile River, Congo River, African plateaus) |
| 2.2.2 |
identify climate and vegetation regions of Africa (e.g., Tropical Rainforest, Tropical Savannas, Desert) |
| 2.2.3 |
identify natural resources of Africa |
| 2.2.4 |
describe how various geographic features have influenced the development and interaction of African cultures (e.g., nomad culture of the desert, colonization of coastal Africa) |
| 2.3 |
Examine the physical geography of Asia and its regional influence |
| 2.3.1 |
identify major landforms and bodies of water of Asia (e.g., Himalayan Mountains, Plateau of Tibet, Sea of Japan) |
| 2.3.2 |
identify climate and vegetation regions of Asia (e.g., monsoons) |
| 2.3.3 |
identify the natural resources of Asia |
| 2.3.4 |
describe how various geographic features have influenced the development and interaction of Asian cultures (e.g., Himalayan Mountains separation of India and China, early civilization along Tigris and Euphrates) |
| 2.4 |
Examine the physical geography of |
| 2.4.1 |
identify major landforms and bodies of water of Australia and Oceania and the regional Australia and Oceania (e.g., Great Barrier Reef) |
| 2.4.2 |
identify climate and vegetation regions of Australia influence and Oceania |
| 2.4.3 |
identify the natural resources of Australia and Oceania |
| 2.4.4 |
describe how various geographic features have influenced the development and interaction of Australia and Oceania cultures (e.g., Aboriginal tribes of the outback, development of cities of the coastline) |
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| 3.0 |
Culture |
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The student will demonstrate an understanding of the cultural characteristics and influences of Africa, Asia, Australia and Oceania. |
| 3.1 |
Recognize factors that influence the development of cultural characteristics |
| 3.1.1 |
identify ways in which cultural characteristics aretransmitted between and within societies (e.g., through art, architecture, language, artifacts, traditions, beliefs, behaviors) |
| 3.1.2 |
identify ways language, ideas and institutions of one culture can influence other cultures (e.g., immigration, trade, religions) |
| 3.1.3 |
explain how technological factors have influenced cultures over time (e.g., agriculture, transportation, communication) |
| 3.1.4 |
explain ways factors such as culture and technology influence the perception of regions (e.g., country with little technology development is described as “thirdworld country) |
| 3.2 |
Understand characteristics of African cultures |
| 3.2.1 |
identify political and social divisions of Africa and their role in cultural development (e.g., countries, colonies, tribal groups) |
| 3.2.2 |
recognize the role of language diversity in African cultures |
| 3.2.3 |
recognize the role of religion in the development of African cultures |
| 3.2.4 |
identify political issues that influence cultural development in Africa (e.g., apartheid, human rights) |
| 3.2.5 |
recognize examples of the arts and architecture that reflect the various cultures in Africa (e.g., masks, pyramids in Egypt) |
| 3.3 |
Understand characteristics of Asian cultures |
| 3.3.1 |
identify political and social divisions of Asia and their role in cultural development (e.g., countries, colonies, caste system in India) |
| 3.3.2 |
recognize the role of language diversity in Asian cultures |
| 3.3.3 |
recognize the role of religion in the development of Asian cultures |
| 3.3.4 |
identify political issues that influence cultural development in Asia (e.g., communism, human rights, development of legal codes) |
| 3.3.5 |
recognize examples of the arts and architecture that reflect the various cultures in Africa (e.g., masks, pyramids in Egypt) |
| 3.4 |
Understand characteristics of cultures |
| 3.4.1 |
identify political and social divisions of Australia and of Australia and Oceania Oceania and their role in culture development (e.g., countries, territories, colonies, native groups) |
| 3.4.2 |
recognize the role of language in Australian and Oceanian cultures |
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| 3.4.3 |
identify political issues that influence cultural development in Australia and Oceania (e.g., aboriginal rights, British heritage) |
| 3.4.4 |
recognize examples of the arts and architecture that reflect the cultures of Australia and Oceania (e.g., aboriginal art, statues of Easter Island) |
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| 4.0 |
History |
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The student will demonstrate an understanding of the historical development of Africa, Asia, Australia and Oceania. |
| 4.1 |
Recognize how major historical events influenced the development of Africa |
| 4.1.1 |
identify achievements of civilizations along Nile River |
| 4.1.2 |
describe the rise and fall of the kingdoms of ancient Africa |
| 4.1.3 |
describe the colonization of Africa by Europeannations |
| 4.1.4 |
explain the origin and effects of the slave trade in Africa |
| 4.1.5 |
describe the struggle for independence of African nations |
| 4.1.6 |
recognize significant aspects of the lives and accomplishments of selected men and women from ancient civilizations to the present day in Africa |
| 4.1.7 |
recognize pattern and processes of migration of Africa (e.g., Bantu migration in Southern Africa) |
| 4.1.8 |
describe current issues that affect political, social and economic systems in Africa (e.g., apartheid, economic challenges, health care, education) |
| 4.2 |
Recognize how major historical events influenced the development of Asia |
| 4.2.1 |
identify achievements of Asian civilizations (e.g., paper, standard weights and measures, block printing) |
| 4.2.2 |
recognize European and American influences on Asia (e.g., Western trading, colonization, economic influence) |
| 4.2.3 |
identify factors and events that influenced 20th century Asia (e.g., Communism, free enterprise, cultural revolution, World War II) |
| 4.2.4 |
recognize significant aspects of the lives and accomplishments of selected men and women from ancient civilizations to the present day in Asia |
| 4.2.5 |
recognize patterns and processes of migration in Asia (e.g., migration of Chinese people to the Koreanpeninsula) |
| 4.2.6 |
describe current issues that affect political, social and economic systems in Africa (e.g., apartheid, economic challenges, health care, education) |
| 4.3 |
Recognize how major historical events influenced the development of Australia and Oceania |
| 4.3.1 |
describe the early settlements of Australia and New Zealand (e.g., Aborigines, Maori, Europieans) |
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| 4.3.2 |
describe the original inhabitants of Oceania |
| 4.3.3 |
describe the influence of Europeans on Oceania |
| 4.3.4 |
describe current issues that affect political, social and economic systems of Australia (e.g., preserving traditions of Aborigines) |
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| 5.0 |
Economics |
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The student will apply economic concepts to the study of Asia, Africa, Australia and Oceania. |
| 5.1 |
Understand basic elements of the economic systems of Africa |
| 5.1.1 |
describe the elements of the basic economic systems found in Africa (e.g., tradition based, command, market, mixed economies) |
| 5.1.2 |
describe uses of resources and patterns of distribution in Africa (e.g., goods, services, distribution/marketing) |
| 5.2 |
Understand basic elements of the economic systems of Asia |
| 5.2.1 |
describe the elements of the basic economic systems found in Africa (e.g., tradition based, command, market, mixed economies) |
| 5.2.2 |
describe uses of resources and patterns of distribution in Asia (e.g., goods, services, distribution/marketing) |
| 5.3 |
Understand basic elements of the economic system of Australia |
| 5.3.1 |
describe the elements of the basic economic systems found in Australia (e.g., tradition based, command, market, mixed economies) |
| 5.3.2 |
describe uses of resources and patterns of distribution in Australia (e.g., goods, services, distribution/marketing) |
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SOCIAL STUDIES |
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Grade 7 |
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| 1.0 |
Focusing Skills And Knowledge |
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The student will demonstrate an understanding of the skills and knowledge necessary for the study of geography and world history. |
| 1.1 |
Interpret geographical and historical |
| 1.1.1 |
interpret graphs, charts and tables to gather information from maps, graphs and information and draw conclusions timelines |
| 1.1.2 |
analyze the chronological sequence of events and identify historical periods using timelines and charts |
| 1.1.3 |
compare and contrast various map forms and other geographic representations (e.g., map projections, Geographic Information Systems technology) |
| 1.1.4 |
analyze geographic information from various map forms and other geographic representations (e.g., location, distance, patterns of populations, economics, rainfall, vegetation, landforms) |
| 1.1.5 |
develop and use mental maps of selected regions to recall geographic information (e.g., mountain ranges, bodies of water) |
| 1.2 |
Analyze information from primary and secondary sources |
| 1.2.1 |
interpret information gathered from primary and secondary sources recognizing that historical events are subject to different interpretations |
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| 2.0 |
Geography |
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The student will demonstrate an understanding of the geography of North America, Latin America and Europe/Russia and its interaction with human activities. |
| 2.1 |
Analyze the interrelationships of geography and human activities in all different regions |
| 2.1.1 |
identify ways in which the spatial organizations of a society changes over time (e.g., urban sprawl as a result of industrialization, suburbanization in developed countries) |
| 2.1.2 |
describe ways physical and human characteristics of regions have changed over time (e.g, effects of volcanic activity, changed river flow resulting from dam, development of cities, altered national borders) |
| 2.1.3 |
describe ways regions are interconnected and interdependent (e.g., raw material from South American rainforest used in manufactured goods of United States) |
| 2.1.4 |
compare and contrast ways various cultures use similar resources and environments (e.g., differing irrigation methods) |
| 2.1.5 |
recognize the environmental consequences resulting from people changing the physical environment (e.g., deforestation, ozone depletion, destruction of wildlife habitat) |
| 2.2 |
Examine the physical geography of North America and its regional influence |
| 2.2.1 |
identify major landforms and bodies of water of North America (e.g., Rocky Mountains, Hudson Bay) |
| 2.2.2 |
identify climate and vegetation regions of North America (e.g., deciduous forest) |
| 2.2.3 |
identify natural resources of North America |
| 2.2.4 |
describe how various geographic features have influenced the development and interaction of North American cultures (e.g., Native Americans in the Great Plains, trade links using waterways) |
| 2.3 |
Examine the physical geography of Latin America and its regional influence |
| 2.3.1 |
identify major landforms and bodies of water of Latin America (e.g., Amazon River, Yucatan Peninsula, Caribbean) |
| 2.3.2 |
identify climate and vegetation regions of Latin America (e.g., Amazon rainforest) |
| 2.3.3 |
identify the natural resources of Latin America |
| 2.3.4 |
describe how various geographic features have influenced the development and interaction of Latin American cultures (e.g., Andes Mountains, isolated tribes of the rainforest) |
| 2.4 |
Examine the physical geography of Europe and Russia and the regional influence |
| 2.4.1 |
identify major landforms and bodies of water of Europe and Russia (e.g., Alps Mountains, Rhine River) |
| 2.4.2 |
identify climate and vegetation regions of Europe and Russia (e.g., Russian tundra) |
| 2.4.3 |
identify the natural resources of Europe and Russia |
| 2.4.4 |
describe how various geographic features have influenced the development and interaction of European and Russian cultures (e.g., Alps dividing cultures in Europe, trade links using waterways) |
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| 3.0 |
Culture |
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The student will demonstrate an understanding of the cultural characteristics and influences of North America, Latin America and Europe/Russia. |
| 3.1 |
Recognize factors that influence the development of cultural characteristics |
| 3.1.1 |
identify ways in which cultural characteristics are transmitted between and within societies (e.g., through art, architecture, language, artifacts, traditions, beliefs, behaviors) |
| 3.1.2 |
identify ways languages, ideas and institutions of one culture can influence other cultures (e.g., immigration, trade, religions) |
| 3.1.3 |
explain how technological factors have influenced cultures over time (e.g., agriculture, transportation, communication) |
| 3.1.4 |
explain ways factors such as culture and technology influence the perception of regions (e.g., country with little technological development is described as “third-world country”) recognize differences between political, economic and social institutions of eastern and western civilizations |
| 3.2 |
Understand characteristics of North American cultures |
| 3.2.1 |
identify political and social divisions of North America and their role in cultural developments (e.g., countries, colonies, tribal groups) |
| 3.2.2 |
recognize the role of language diversity in North American cultures |
| 3.2.3 |
recognize the role of religion in the development of North American cultures |
| 3.2.4 |
identify political issues that influence cultural development in North America (e.g., political parties,citizenship) |
| 3.2.5 |
recognize examples of the arts and architecture that reflect the various cultures in Africa (e.g., jazz music, Native American dances, art deco) |
| 3.3 |
Recognize characteristics of Latin American cultures |
| 3.3.1 |
identify political and social division of Latin America and their role in cultural development (e.g., countries, colonies) |
| 3.3.2 |
recognize the role of language diversity in Latin American cultures |
| 3.3.3 |
recognize the role of religion in the development of Latin American countries |
| 3.3.4 |
identify political issues that influence cultural development in Latin America (e.g., human rights, struggle for independence) |
| 3.3.5 |
recognize examples of the arts and architecture that reflect the various cultures in Latin America (e.g., weaving, pottery, Aztec temples) |
| 3.4 |
Understand characteristics of cultures |
| 3.4.1 |
identify political and social divisions of Europe and of Europe and Russia Russia and their role in cultural development (e.g., countries) |
| 3.4.2 |
recognize the role of language in European and Russian cultures |
| 3.4.3 |
recognize the role of religion in Europe and Russia (e.g., Catholic church, Reformation) |
| 3.4.4 |
identify political issues that influence cultural development in Europe and Russia (e.g., nationalism) |
| 3.4.5 |
recognize examples of the arts and architecture that reflect the cultures of Europe and Russia (e.g., Gothic cathedrals, Roman aqueducts, Renaissance artists) |
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| 4.0 |
History |
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The student will demonstrate an understanding of the historical development of North America, Latin America and Europe/Russia. |
| 4.1 |
Recognize how major historical events influenced the development of North America |
| 4.1.1 |
describe the age of exploration and colonization of Canada |
| 4.1.2 |
recognize significant aspects of the lives and accomplishments of selected men and women from ancient civilizations to the present day in North America |
| 4.1.3 |
recognize patterns and processes of migration of North America (e.g., migration of people from north to south) |
| 4.1.4 |
describe current issues that affect political, social and economic systems in North America (e.g., regional differences, protection of natural resources, political reform) |
| 4.2 |
Recognize how major historical events influenced the development of Latin America |
| 4.2.1 |
describe major characteristics and accomplishments of Mayan and Aztec civilizations |
| 4.2.2 |
analyze effects of European rule in Latin America |
| 4.2.3 |
describe the struggle for independence of Latin American nations |
| 4.2.4 |
recognize significant aspects of the lives and accomplishments of selected men and women from ancient civilizations to the present day in Latin America |
| 4.2.5 |
recognize patterns and processes of migration of Latin America (e.g., migration to North America for economic purposes) |
| 4.2.6 |
describe current issues that affect political, social and economic systems in North America (e.g., regional differences, protection of natural resources, political reform) |
| 4.3 |
Recognize how major historical events influenced the development of Europe and Russia |
| 4.3.1 |
recognize key accomplishments of ancient Greeks and Romans |
| 4.3.2 |
describe the influences of feudal society and church on medieval life |
| 4.3.3 |
recognize the artistic, literary and scientific advances associated with the Renaissance |
| 4.3.4 |
recognize ways the industrial revolution changed life in Europe |
| 4.3.5 |
explain how nationalism changed Europe (e.g., alliances, aggression) |
| 4.3.6 |
recognize the development of Imperial Russia |
| 4.3.7 |
describe the rise and fall of communism in the Soviet Union |
| 4.3.8 |
recognize significant aspects of the lives and accomplishments of selected men and women from ancient civilizations to the present day in Europe and Russia |
| 4.3.9 |
recognize patterns and processes of migration in Europe and Russia |
| 4.3.10 |
describe current issues that affect political, social and economic systems in Europe and Russia (e.g., unified monetary system, ethnic conflicts) |
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| 5.0 |
Economics |
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The student will apply economic concepts to the study of North America, Latin America and Europe/Russia. |
| 5.1 |
Understand basic elements of the economic systems of North America |
| 5.1.1 |
describe the elements of the basic economic systems found in North America (e.g., tradition based, command, market, mixed economies) |
| 5.1.2 |
describe uses of resources and patterns of distribution in North America (e.g., goods, services, distribution/marketing) |
| 5.2 |
Understand basic elements of the economic systems of Latin America |
| 5.2.1 |
describe the elements of the basic economic systems of Latin America |
| 5.2.2 |
describe uses of resources and patterns of distribution in Latin America (e.g., goods, services, distribution/marketing) |
| 5.3 |
Understand basic elements of the economic system of Europe and Russia |
| 5.3.1 |
describe the elements of the basic economic systems found in Europe and Russia (e.g., tradition based, command, market, mixed economics) |
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SOCIAL STUDIES |
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Grade 8 |
| 1.0 |
Focusing Skills And Knowledge |
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The student will demonstrate an understanding of the skills and knowledge necessary for the study of United States history and geography. |
| 1.1 |
Interpret geographical information from maps, graphs and timelines |
| 1.1.1 |
determine geographic information about the United States using various map forms and other geographic representations, tools and technologies (e.g., tracing the Oregon Trail) |
| 1.1.2 |
develop and use mental maps of the United States and Florida (e.g., from memory identifies the three largest population centers and their general location) |
| 1.1.3 |
analyze and draw conclusions about events using timelines, charts, tables and graphs |
| 1.2 |
Analyze the role of physical and cultural characteristics in the development of the United States and Florida |
| 1.2.1 |
describe the unique geographic and demographic characteristics that define Florida as a region (e.g., Everglades, Latin American influences in South Florida) |
| 1.2.2 |
explain ways the social, political and economic divisions of the United States have changed over time (e.g., the growth in the number of states) |
| 1.2.3 |
analyze the role of physical and cultural geography in shaping events in the United States (e.g., environmental and climatic influences on settlement of the colonies, American Revolution, Civil War, western settlement, immigration patterns, urbanization) |
| 1.3 |
Interpret information gathered from primary and secondary sources. |
| 1.3.1 |
explain ways patterns, chronology, sequences (including cause and effect) and the identification of historical periods are influenced by frames of reference |
| 1.3.2 |
evaluate information for a purpose (e.g., relevance, reliability, accuracy, objectivity) |
| 1.3.3 |
develop and support a point of view based on a historical event |
| 1.3.4 |
analyze current issues affecting political, social and economic systems in the United States |
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| 2.0 |
History |
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The student will demonstrate an understanding of the historical development of the United States. |
| 2.1 |
Understand the Federalist period |
| 2.1.1 |
recognize the policies, attributes and accomplishments of the leaders of the Federalist period (e.g., Washington, Jefferson, Madison) |
| 2.1.2 |
compare and contrast the difference between Jefferson and Hamilton that led to the formation of political parties in America |
| 2.1.3 |
identify events leading to the purchase of the Louisiana Territory and the significance of the Lewis and Clark expedition that followed |
| 2.1.4 |
describe the major causes and effects of the War of 1812 |
| 2.1.5 |
determine the main events prompting issuance of the Monroe Doctrine |
| 2.2 |
Understand the changes that occurred in the federal government under the leadership of Andrew Jackson |
| 2.2.1 |
explain changes that occurred in the federal government under the leadership of Andrew Jackson |
| 2.2.2 |
recognize the policy of the Jackson administration for dealing with Native Americans |
| 2.2.3 |
identify the nullification crisis of 1832-1833 anddistinguish the major events leading to the crisis |
| 2.3 |
Understand the meaning of Manifest Destiny and the acquisition of new lands in the west |
| 2.3.1 |
determine the meaning of Manifest Destiny and the accompanying westward movement |
| 2.3.2 |
analyze the reasons for American westward expansion in the mid-1800s |
| 2.3.3 |
determine events leading to the purchase of Alaska |
| 2.3.4 |
determine events leading to Texan independence from Mexico |
| 2.4 |
Understand issues involved in creating sectional differences and social and political changes |
| 2.4.1 |
analyze the causes of sectional divisions that began to develop between free and slave areas of the nation interpret the significance of the Missouri Compromise, the Compromise of 1850 and the Kansas – Nebraska Act |
| 2.4.2 |
explain how the admission of new states threatened the balance of political power between the North and the South describe how the abolitionist movement led to increased sectional controversy identify important abolitionists, their methods and accomplishments (e.g., Harriet Tubman, William Lloyd Garrison, Frederick Douglass) |
| 2.5 |
Understand the events of the Civil War and Reconstruction and the impact on the history of the United States |
| 2.5.1 |
analyze the causes for the secession of the southern states from the Union determine the advantages and disadvantages of the North and the South prior to the start of the Civil War. |
| 2.5.2 |
interpret the political impact of the Emancipation Proclamation |
| 2.5.3 |
recognize the cause and effects of the Northern victory in the Civil War |
| 2.5.4 |
determine successes and failures of Reconstruction |
| 2.5.5 |
explain how southern states gradually replaced slavery with a system of segregation |
| 2.6 |
Understand issues involved with the settlement of the American West |
| 2.6.1 |
recognize the effects of the reservation system on the Native American’s way of life |
| 2.6.2 |
determine the important events affecting Native American relations between 1868 and 1900 (e.g., slaughter of the buffalo, Battle of Little Big Horn, Wounded Knee massacre, Dawes Act) |
| 2.6.3 |
identify the important figures affecting Native American relations between 1868 and 1900 (e.g., Geronimo, Custer, Chief Joseph) |
| 2.6.4 |
analyze how government land policies affected the settlement of the Great Plains (e.g., free land, land grants to the railroads, removal of Native American tribes) |
| 2.6.5 |
identify technological and economic impacts on settlement of the Great Plains and the West (e.g., cattle industry, irrigation, barbed wire, railroads, mining) |
| 2.7 |
Understand the causes and consequences of urbanization of the United States |
| 2.7.1 |
evaluate the causes of the rapid increase of urban population in the late nineteenth century |
| 2.7.2 |
determine the major problems faced by large cities in the late nineteenth century |
| 2.7.3 |
identify key individuals related to the expansion of American industry in the latter half of the nineteenth century (e.g., Rockefeller, Carnegie, J.P. Morgan, Stanford, Huntington, Horatio Alger) |
| 2.7.4 |
examine the reasons for the development of labor unions in the nineteenth century |
| 2.7.5 |
determine the problems faced by immigrants arriving in the United States |
| 2.8 |
Identify key individuals and events impacting the development of the United States in the early 20th century |
| 2.8.1 |
explain key terms and events that impacted the development of the United States in the early twentieth century (e.g., Big Stick Diplomacy, American imperialism, isolationism, the Great Depression) |
| 2.9 |
Examine Florida history and the interactions of societies |
| 2.9.1 |
recognize ways immigration and settlement patterns and culture have shaped the history of Florida (e.g., early Spanish settlements, Cuban refugees into South Florida, influx of retirees) |
| 2.9.2 |
describe ways the interactions of societies and cultures have influenced Florida history (e.g., Spanish missions converting Native Americans to Christianity) |
| 2.9.3 |
explain how the environment of Florida has been modified by the values, traditions and actions of various groups who have inhabited the state (e.g., degradation of the Everglades) |
| 2.9.4 |
explain the characteristics of Florida’s growing and diverse population centers (e.g., Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando, Tampa) |
| 2.10 |
Understand the historical impact of the abolitionist movement and contributions of African Americans to society |
| 2.10.1 |
analyze the history of African Americans including prejudice and racism slavery |
| 2.10.2 |
analyze the effects of the systematic, planned annihilation of European Jews and other groups by Nazi Germany |
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| 3.0 |
Government |
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The student will understand the principles of the American constitutional government and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. |
| 3.1 |
Understand the essential ideas of the American constitutional government |
| 3.1.1 |
identify the purposes of government |
| 3.1.2 |
explain the principles of federalism as set forth in the United States Constitution |
| 3.1.3 |
explain the essential ideas of American constitutional government that are expressed in the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, the Federal papers and other writings |
| 3.1.4 |
recognize the major parts of the federal system including the national government, state governments and other governmental units (e.g., District of Columbia, American tribal governments, the Virgin Islands) |
| 3.1.5 |
recognize the functions of the legislative, executive and judicial branches of the federal government |
| 3.1.6 |
explain ways the legislative, executive and judicial branches share power and responsibilities (e.g., each branch has varying degrees of legislative, executive, judicial powers and responsibilities; checks and balances) |
| 3.1.7 |
explain the role of law in establishing limits on those who govern and the governed, protecting individual rights and promoting the common good (e.g., Florida’s government in the sunshine law, limits on campaign contributions) |
| 3.2 |
Understand the organization of Florida’s state and local governments and the major responsibilities |
| 3.2.1 |
describe the organization of Florida’s state and local governments |
| 3.2.2 |
identify the responsibilities of divisions of Florida’s state and local governments |
| 3.3 |
Understand the rights and responsibilities of citizenship in the United States |
| 3.3.1 |
explain that citizenship is legally-recognized membership in a self-governing community that confers equal rights under the law |
| 3.3.2 |
explain the history of rights, liberties and obligations of citizenship in the United States (e.g., rights and liberties outlined in the Bill of Rights, serving on juries, right to hold public office) |
| 3.3.3 |
identify the criteria commonly used in determining when and why limits should be placed on rights (e.g., whether a clear and present danger exists, whether national security is at risk) |
| 3.3.4 |
recognize the importance of participation in community service, civic improvement and political activities (e.g., becoming informed about qualifications of candidates) |
| 3.3.5 |
identify ways to contact government representatives for appropriate purposes (e.g., identifies government agency to contact to express opinions on a specific problem) |
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| 4.0 |
Economics |
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The student will apply economic concepts to the study of the United States and Florida. |
| 4.1 |
Describe institutions that are a part of a market economy |
| 4.1.1 |
identify various kinds of specialized institutions that exist in market economies (e.g., corporations, labor unions, banks, stock markets) |
| 4.2 |
Recognize the impact of economic decisions |
| 4.2.1 |
explain the impact of economic decisions in the United States (What goods and services will be produced? How will they be produced? Who will buy them?) |
| 4.2.2 |
explain ways Florida has allocated and used resources and consequences of those economic decisions (e.g., the development of transportation systems, preference for tourism over heavy industry leading to service economy) |
| 4.3 |
Recognize factors that influence consumer decisions |
| 4.3.1 |
explain the options and resources that are available for consumer protection (e.g., consumer protection agencies, newspaper consumer hotlines) |
| 4.3.2 |
recognize a variety of factors to consider when making wise consumer decisions (e.g., cost, performance, reliability) |
| 4.3.3 |
identify advantages and disadvantages of various kinds of credit (e.g., credit cards, bank loans, financing with no payment for six months) |