Note on Strands: H History, G Geography and Environmental Literacy, E Economics and Financial Literacy, CG Civics and Governance, and C Culture First Nine Weeks Standards: 7.H.1.1 Construct charts, graphs, and historical narratives to explain particular events or issues over time. 7.H.1.2 Summarize the literal meaning of historical documents in order to establish context. 7.G.1.1 Explain how environmental conditions and human response to those conditions influence modern societies and regions (e.g. natural barriers, scarcity of resources and factors that influence settlement). 7.G.1.2 Explain how demographic trends (e.g. population growth and decline, push/pull factors and urbanization) lead to conflict, negotiation, and compromise in modern societies and regions. 7.G.2.1 Construct maps, charts, and graphs to explain data about geographic phenomena (e.g. migration patterns 1 P age Standards Division Document Development Tool (Year Long Course) Course : 7 th Grade Social Studies Second Nine Weeks Third Nine Weeks Standards: Standards: 7.C&G.1.1 Summarize the ideas that have shaped political thought in various societies and regions (e.g. Enlightenment and Scientific Revolution, democracy, communism and socialism). 7.C&G.1.2 Evaluate how the Western concept of democracy has influenced the political ideas of modern societies. 7.C&G.1 Understand the development of government in modern societies and regions. 7.C&G.1.3 Compare the requirements for (e.g. age. gender, legal and economic status) and responsibilities of citizenship under various governments in modern societies (e.g. voting, taxes and military service). 7.C&G.1.4 Compare the sources of power and governmental authority in various societies (e.g. monarchs, dictators, 7.C.1 Understand how cultural values influence relationships between individuals, groups and political entities in modern societies and regions. 7.C.1.1 Explain how culture unites and divides modern societies and regions (e.g. enslavement of various peoples, caste system, religious conflict and Social Darwinism). 7.C.1.2 Explain how cultural expressions (e.g. art, literature, architecture and music) influence modern society. 7.H.1.1 Construct charts, graphs, and historical narratives to explain particular events or issues over time. 7.H.1 Use historical thinking to analyze various modern societies. 7.H.1.2 Summarize the literal meaning of historical documents in order to establish context. Fourth Nine Weeks Standards: 7.H.2 Understand the implications of global interactions. 7.H.2.1 Analyze the effects of social, economic, military and political conflict among nations, regions, and groups (e.g. war, genocide, imperialism and colonization). 7.H.2.2 Evaluate the effectiveness of cooperative efforts and consensus building among nations, regions, and groups (e.g. Humanitarian efforts, United Nations, World Health Organization, Non Governmental Organizations, European Union and Organization of American States). 7.H.2.3 Explain how increased global interaction accelerates the pace of innovation in modern societies (e.g. advancements in transportation, communication networks and business practices). 7.H.2.4
and population and resource distribution patterns). 7.G.2.2 Use maps, charts, graphs, geographic data and available technology tools (i.e. GPS and GIS software) to interpret and draw conclusions about social, economic, and environmental issues in modern societies and regions. 7.E.1 Understand the economic activities of modern societies and regions. 7.E.1.1 Explain how competition for resources affects the economic relationship among nations (e.g. colonialism, imperialism, globalization and interdependence). 7.E.1.2 Explain the implications of economic decisions in national and international affairs (e.g. OPEC, NAFTA, G20, WTO, EU and economic alliances). 7.E.1.3 Summarize the main characteristics of various economic systems (e.g. capitalism, socialism, communism; market, mixed, command and traditional economies). 7.E.1.4 Explain how personal financial 2 P age elected officials, anti-governmental groups and religious, political factions). 7.H.1.3 Use primary and secondary sources to interpret various historical perspectives. 7.H.2 Understand the implications of global interactions. 7.H.2.1 Analyze the effects of social, economic, military and political conflict among nations, regions, and groups (e.g. war, genocide, imperialism and colonization). 7.H.2.2 Evaluate the effectiveness of cooperative efforts and consensus building among nations, regions, and groups (e.g. Humanitarian efforts, United Nations, World Health Organization, Non Governmental Organizations, European Union and Organization of American States). 7.H.2.3 Explain how increased global interaction accelerates the pace of innovation in modern societies (e.g. advancements in transportation, communication networks and business practices). 7.H.2.4 Analyze the economic, political, and social impacts of disease (e.g. Analyze the economic, political, and social impacts of disease (e.g. smallpox, malaria, bubonic plague, AIDS and avian flu) in modern societies. 7.C.1.1 Explain how culture unites and divides modern societies and regions (e.g. enslavement of various peoples, caste system, religious conflict and Social Darwinism). 7.C.1 Understand how cultural values influence relationships between individuals, groups and political entities in modern societies and regions. 7.C.1.2 Explain how cultural expressions (e.g. art, literature, architecture and music) influence modern society.
decision-making impacts quality of life (e.g. credit, savings, investing, borrowing and giving). smallpox, malaria, bubonic plague, AIDS and avian flu) in modern societies. First Semester Standards (Objectives that may take the full first semester to teach) Year Long Standards (Objectives that may take the full year to teach) Second Semester Standards (Objectives that may take the full second semester to teach) Click here to enter text. Common Core Literacy Strands in Reading» History/Social Studies» Grades 6-8 Key Ideas and Details RH.6-8.1. Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources. RH.6-8.2. Determine the central ideas or information of a primary or secondary source; provide an accurate summary of the source distinct from prior knowledge or opinions. RH.6-8.3. Identify key steps in a text s description of a process related to history/social studies (e.g., how a bill becomes law, how interest rates are raised or lowered). 3 P age
Craft and Structure RH.6-8.4. Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including vocabulary specific to domains related to history/social studies. RH.6-8.5. Describe how a text presents information (e.g., sequentially, comparatively, causally). RH.6-8.6. Identify aspects of a text that reveal an author s point of view or purpose (e.g., loaded language, inclusion or avoidance of particular facts). Integration of Knowledge and Ideas RH.6-8.7. Integrate visual information (e.g., in charts, graphs, photographs, videos, or maps) with other information in print and digital texts. RH.6-8.8. Distinguish among fact, opinion, and reasoned judgment in a text. RH.6-8.9. Analyze the relationship between a primary and secondary source on the same topic. Range of Reading and Level of Text Complexity RH.6-8.10. By the end of grade 8, read and comprehend history/social studies texts in the grades 6 8 text complexity band independently and proficiently. Common Core Literacy in Writing» History/Social Studies» Grades 6-8 Text Types and Purposes WH ST. 6-8.1. Write arguments focused on discipline-specific content. Introduce claim(s) about a topic or issue, acknowledge and distinguish the claim(s) from alternate or opposing claims, and organize the reasons and evidence logically. Support claim( s) with logical reasoning and relevant, accurate data and evidence that demonstrate an understanding of the topic or text, using credible sources. Use words, phrases, and clauses to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among claim(s), counterclaims, reasons, and evidence. Establish and maintain a formal style. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the argument presented. WH ST. 6-8.2. Write informative/explanatory texts, including the narration of historical events, scientific procedures/ experiments, or technical processes. Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information into broader categories as appropriate to achieving purpose; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension. Develop the topic with relevant, well-chosen facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, or other information and examples. 4 P age
Use appropriate and varied transitions to create cohesion and clarify the relationships among ideas and concepts. Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic. Establish and maintain a formal style and objective tone. Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from and supports the information or explanation presented. WH ST. 6-8.3. (See note; not applicable as a separate requirement) Production and Distribution of Writing WH ST. 6-8.4. Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience. WHST. 6-8.5. With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed. WHST.6-8.6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and present the relationships between information and ideas clearly and efficiently. Research to Build and Present Knowledge WHST.6-8.7. Conduct short research projects to answer a question (including a self-generated question), drawing on several sources and generating additional related, focused questions that allow for multiple avenues of exploration. WHST.6-8.8. Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, using search terms effectively; assess the credibility and accuracy of each source; and quote or paraphrase the data and conclusions of others while avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation. WHST.6-8.9. Draw evidence from informational texts to support analysis reflection, and research. Range of Writing WHST.6-8.10. Write routinely over extended time frames (time for reflection and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of discipline-specific tasks, purposes, and audiences. Information and Technology Essential Standards» Grades 6-8 Sources of Information 6.SI.1 Analyze resources to determine their reliability, point of view, bias, and relevance for particular topics and purposes. Technology as a Tool 6.TT.1 Use technology and other resources for the purpose of accessing, organizing, and sharing information. 5 P age
Research Process 6.RP.1 Apply a research process for collaborative or individual research Safety and Ethical Issues 6.SE.1 Apply responsible behaviors when using information and technology resources. Proposed Benchmark Frequency: At the mid-point of the course Comments (optional): U Name of Person/People Submitting this form: Lisa Ceklosky 6 P age