West Deptford Middle School 7th Grade Curriculum Unit 1 Medieval Europe

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1 West Deptford Middle School 7th Grade Curriculum Unit 1 Medieval Europe West Deptford Middle School 675 Grove Rd, Paulsboro, NJ wdeptford.k12.nj.us (856)

2 West Deptford Township Schools Course of Study/Curriculum Guide Curricular Area: Social Studies Course Title: Medieval Europe Grade Level: 7 Written by: Jill Ward Reviewed by: Laura Sandy Approved by: Shawnequa Carvalho Board of Education Approval: September 2017

3 Unit Medieval Europe Timeline- MP 1 SOC D.4.a - Analyze the role of religion and economics in shaping each empire s social hierarchy, and evaluate the impact these hierarchical structures had on the lives of various groups of people Kings held all of the power, however they did not have a lot of power and as a result some lords had more power than their kings. How did social class impact the culture of Europe? What was the manor system? Social class and power impacted life in Medieval Europe in many ways. Religion dominated the political and social life in Europe. Unit Medieval Europe Timeline- MP 1 SOC B.4.a - Explain how geography influenced the development of the political, economic, and cultural centers of each empire as well as the empires 4 5 relationships with other parts Students might think that the Inquisition only took place in Spain however it actually took place in many other European countries. How did the kingdoms of England, France, Spain & Russia develop? Students will understand qualities of nation-states and how

4 of the world. kings established them. Unit Medieval Europe Timeline- MP 1 SOC D.4.d - Determine which events led to the rise and eventual decline of European feudalism Students may believe that the sole reason for the decline of feudalism was the Black Death. What specific events led to the rise and decline of feudalism? Students will understand that feudalism developed after the fall of the Roman Empire because life was dangerous and difficult. Students will understand that the decline of feudalism was based on many factors such as depopulation from the Black Death, centralized governments developed, and more trade developed and more towns began to form.

5 Unit Medieval Europe Timeline- MP 1 SOC A.4.c - Determine the influence of medieval English legal and constitutional practices (i.e., the Magna Carta, parliament, the development of habeas corpus, and an independent judiciary) on modern democratic thought and institutions The Magna Carta was just an English charter. How did the Magna Carta influence modern day democratic thought and institutions such as the American Constitution? Students will understand how the Magna Carta became a model for people who demanded democratic rights for all. Unit Medieval Europe Timeline- MP 1

6 SOC D.4.c - Assess the demographic, economic, and religious impact of the plague on Europe There were two types of plagues, bubonic and pneumonic, it was not a single outbreak of one virus. How did the Black Death spark social, political and economic change throughout Europe. Students will understand how the Black Death spread and how it transformed society. Unit Medieval Europe Timeline- MP 1 SOC D.4.b - Analyze the causes and outcomes of the Crusades from different perspectives, including the perspectives of European political and religious leaders, the crusaders, Jews, Muslims, and traders. 1 7 The Crusades were an unprovoked attack by Western Christians on the Muslim world. What were the Crusades? How did the Crusades impact Europe? How did the Crusades affect the different groups involved? Students will understand that the Crusades were a series of military campaigns by Christian nations in Europe. Students will understand that the Crusades were intended to stop the spread of Islamic nations and reclaim Muslim-

7 controlled lands that were considered holy by the Christians. Unit Medieval Europe Timeline- MP 1 SOC CS4 - The emergence of empires resulted from the promotion of interregional trade, cultural exchanges, new technologies, urbanization, and centralized political organization. The rise and spread of new belief Everyone at this time believed the world was flat, all discoveries in exploration were accidental and lucky, and new empires were formed this way. How did new belief systems of this time affect societies? Were people s daily lives affected by the emergence of new empires? How did interregional trade promote the emergence of new empires?

8 systems unified societies, but they also became a major source of tension and conflict. While commercial and agricultural improvements created new wealth and opportunities for the empire's, most people s daily lives remained unchanged. Students will understand the many factors that contributed to the emergence of empires (i.e., Asia, Africa, Europe & the Americas). Students will understand the effects of new belief systems to these societies. Unit Medieval Europe Timeline- MP 1 SOC C.4.b - Determine the extent to which interaction between the Islamic world and medieval Europe increased trade, enhanced technology 1 7 Medieval Europe during the Middle Ages was a time of no advancement, innovation or discovery. How did interaction between the Islamic world and medieval Europe increase trade and enhance technology? How were science and the arts impacted by this interaction?

9 innovation, and impacted scientific thought & the arts. Students will understand the effects of the interaction between the Islamic world and medieval Europe. Unit Medieval Europe District / School Formative Assessment Plan exit/admit tickets graphic organizers classroom polls round robin charts District/School Summative Assessment Plan Medieval Europe Unit test Medieval Europe vocabulary quiz Google Slides presentations District / School Primary and Supplementary Resources

10 Primary Resources Discovery Techbook - Unit 5 - Europe Transforms o United Streaming video segments: Feudalism the Medieval Social Order, The Late Middle Ages, The Magna Carta, The Crusades Begin o Techbook - Document-Based Investigation - an in-depth look at the rise of kings o Medieval Society & Politics comparison chart o Feudal System Simulation - students will role play and analyze their various roles. Supplementary Resources Additional outside Resources: Google Classroom Quizlet Kahoot YouTube videos Medieval castle virtual tours Technology Aspect Google Products

11 o Google Classroom - Used for daily interactions with the students covering a vast majority of different educational resources (Daily Notes, Exit Tickets, Classroom Polls, Quick Checks, Additional Resources/ Support, Homework, etc.) o GAFE (Google Apps For Education) - Using various programs connected with Google to collaborate within the district, co-teachers, grade level partner teacher, and with students to stay connected with the content that is covered within the topic. Used to collect data in real time and see results upon completion of the assignments to allow for 21st century learning. Techbook o Discovery Education Techbook One to One Student's laptop o All students within the West Deptford School District are given a computer, allowing for 21st century learning to occur within every lesson/topic. Additional Support Videoes The videos below are just examples of videos that can be used to support each of the Lessons within this Topic. There are more additional videos provided for each and can be assigned from the Discovery Techbook online textbook from the teachers login. 1. United Streaming: Welcome to Medieval Europe, Feudalism - Weak KIngs, Strong Nobles, Feudalism - The Medieval Social Order 2. Google Slides - Presentation about the Magna Carta and how it shaped ideas about government. 3. Google Slides - Visualization Activity - Power in the Middle Ages - Students are assigned to pitch their ideas for one episode of a TV mini-series, Power in the Middle Ages. They will make a presentation of their episode s title, music, images, and summary of their episode. Differentiated Instruction Gifted Students (N.J.A.C.6A:8-3.1) Within each lesson, the Gift Students are to be given the Enrichment Questions.

12 Gifted students will research and report on a current topic of choice related to Medieval Europe Demonstrate a concept you have learned Research the nation-states of England, France, Spain or Russia English Language Learners (N.J.A.C.6A:15) The techbook will be converted to Spanish speaking students Construct a word wall of terminology Discuss analysis questions ELL students may work with English proficient partners for help recognizing and using inflection differences between major concept vocabulary words Work with ELL Teacher to allow for all assignments to be completed with extra time Risk Students (N.J.A.C.6A:8-4.3c) Audio version of techbook along with English reading level B, written version Hands on activities for motivation and concrete learning Real-world application Engage in discussion to boost self-esteem Special Education Students (N.J.A.C.6A:8-3.1) Work in pairs or small groups before writing individually Reduce number of vocabulary terms/response questions Provide hard copies Provide visual organizers Check-ins for understanding Allow diagrams or verbal responses when appropriate Interdisciplinary Connections****

13 Math Science ELA Italian mathematician Fibonacci and the Fibonacci sequence, spirals and Golden Mean difference between bubonic and pneumonic plagues cause & effect graphic organizer for the Crusades historical perspectives - read four fictional biographies from this time to analyze how each felt about the key issues of this time period Fine Arts/ Performing Arts World Language Technology designing a stained glass window expressing the fear of the Black Death felt by the people virtual tours of medieval castles Careers Global Awareness Other architect - pitch your idea for the construction of your own manor research modern day plagues