A - Map and Globe Skills

• compare maps of the same place at different points in time and from different perspectives to determine changes, identify trends, and generalize about human activities
• use map key/legend to acquire information from historical, physical, political, resource, product, and economic maps
• use customary and metric map scales to determine distance on a map
• use a map to explain the impact of geography on historical and current events
• use latitude and longitude to determine location
• draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information from maps
• use a letter/number grid system to determine location
• use cardinal directions
• use graphic scales to determine distances on a map
• compare and contrast the categories of natural, cultural, and political features found on maps
• use intermediate directions
• compare maps with data sets (e.g., charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations

B - Information Processing Skills

• compare similarities and differences
• analyze artifacts
• interpret timelines
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in informational/explanatory text
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• formulate appropriate research questions
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• construct charts and tables 
• identify and use primary and secondary sources 
• translate dates into centuries, eras, or ages
• interpret political cartoons
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• identify main idea, detail, sequence of events, and cause and effect in a social studies context
• check for consistency of information
• organize items chronologically 

C - Ancient Civilizations through the Classical Era

• examine the political, philosophical, and cultural interaction among classical Mediterranean societies from 700 BCE/BC to 400 CE/AD
• identify the major achievements of Chinese and Indian societies from 1100 BCE to 500 CE
• analyze the origins, structures, and interactions among societies in the ancient world from 3500 BCE/BC to 500 BCE/BC

D - Post-Classical Era

• describe the diverse characteristics of societies in Central and South America
• analyze impact of the Byzantine and Mongol empires between 450 CE/AD and 1500 CE/AD
• examine the political, economic, and cultural interactions within the medieval Mediterranean world between 600 CE/AD and 1300 CE/AD
• describe the diverse characteristics of early African societies before 1500 CE/AD

E - Middle Ages through the Renaissance and Reformation

• analyze European medieval society with regard to culture, politics, society, and economics
• analyze change and continuity in the Renaissance and Reformation

F - Discovery and Expansion

• examine political and social changes in Japan and in China from the 14th century CE/AD to mid- 19th century CE/AD
• describe the development and contributions of the Ottoman, Safavid, and Mughal empires
• analyze the causes and effects of exploration and expansion into the Americas, Africa, and Asia

G - Age of Transitions and Revolutions

• analyze the Age of Revolutions 
• examine the intellectual, political, social, and economic factors that changed the world view of Europeans from the 16th century CE/AD to the late 18th century CE/AD

H - Industrialization and Imperialism

• analyze the rise of nationalism and worldwide imperialism
• describe the impact of industrialization and urbanization

I - Global Conflict

• examine the major political and economic factors that shaped world societies between World War I and World War II
• demonstrate an understanding of the global political, economic, and social impact of World War II
• demonstrate an understanding of long-term causes of World War I and its global impact

J - The Modern Era

• analyze globalization in the contemporary world
• examine change and continuity in the world since the 1960s
• demonstrate an understanding of the global, political, economic, and social impact of the Cold War and decolonization from 1945 to 1989

A - Map and Globe Skills

• compare and contrast the categories of natural, cultural, and political features found on maps
• use latitude and longitude to determine location
• use graphic scales to determine distances on a map
• use customary and metric map scales to determine distance on a map
• use a letter/number grid system to determine location
• compare maps of the same place at different points in time and from different perspectives to determine changes, identify trends, and generalize about human activities
• use cardinal directions
• use intermediate directions
• compare maps with data sets (e.g., charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations
• draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information from maps
• use a map to explain the impact of geography on historical and current events
• use map key/legend to acquire information from historical, physical, political, resource, product, and economic maps

B - Information Processing Skills

• interpret political cartoons
• identify and use primary and secondary sources
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in informational/explanatory text
• analyze artifacts
• organize items chronologically
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• formulate appropriate research questions
• compare similarities and differences
• interpret timelines 
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose 
• check for consistency of information
• identify main idea, detail, sequence of events, and cause and effect in a social studies context
• translate dates into centuries, eras, or ages
• construct charts and tables
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions 

C - Colonial Era

• describe the early English colonial society in America and investigate the development of its governance
• compare and contrast the development of the three regions of English settlement and colonization during the 17th century in America

D - Revolution to Constitution

• analyze the causes of the American Revolution
• analyze the ideological, military, social, and diplomatic aspects of the American Revolution

E - Creating a Nation

• investigate political, economic, and social developments during the Age of Jackson
• investigate specific events and key ideas that brought about the adoption and implementation of the U.S. Constitution
• analyze the challenges faced by the first five presidents and how they responded

F - A Divided Nation

• evaluate key events, issues, and individuals relating to the Civil War
• identify legal, political, and social dimensions of Reconstruction
• explore the relationship between slavery, growing North-South divisions, and westward expansion that led to the outbreak of the Civil War

G - Industrialization and Urbanization

• examine connections between the rise of big business, the growth of labor unions, and technological innovations
• evaluate the impact of westward expansion on the Plains Indians and fulfilled Manifest Destiny 

H - Progressivism and Imperialism

• evaluate efforts to reform American society and politics in the Progressive Era
• explain America's evolving relationship with the world at the turn of the 20th century

I - World War I, 1920s, and 1930s

• investigate how political, economic, and cultural developments after WW I led to a shared national identity
• evaluate Franklin Roosevelt's New Deal as a response to the Great Depression and compare how governmental programs aided those in need
• analyze the causes and consequences of the Great Depression
• analyze the origins and impact of S. involvement in World War I

J - World War II

• examine the origins, major developments, and domestic impact of World War II, including the growth of the federal government

K - Truman and Eisenhower

• analyze the S. international and domestic policies, including their influences on technological advancements and social changes, during the Truman and Eisenhower administrations

L - Kennedy and Johnson

• analyze S. international and domestic policies, including their influences on technological advancements and social changes, during the Kennedy and Johnson administrations

M - Nixon, Ford, and Carter

• analyze S. international and domestic policies, including their influences on technological advancements and social changes, during the Nixon, Ford, and Carter administrations

N - Reagan, Bush (41), Clinton, Bush (43), and Obama

• assess the political, economic, and technological changes during the Reagan; Bush (41); Clinton; Bush (43) ; and Obama administrations

A - Map and Globe Skills

• compare and contrast the categories of natural, cultural, and political features found on maps
• compare maps with data sets (e.g., charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations
• use map key/legend to acquire information from historical, physical, political, resource, product, and economic maps
• compare maps of the same place at different points in time and from different perspectives to determine changes, identify trends, and generalize about human activities
• draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information from maps

B - Information Processing Skills

• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• identify main idea, detail, sequence of events, and cause and effect in a social studies context
• organize items chronologically
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in informational/explanatory text
• identify and use primary and secondary sources
• check for consistency of information
• construct charts and tables
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• interpret timelines
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• analyze artifacts
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• translate dates into centuries, eras, or ages
• interpret political cartoons
• formulate appropriate research questions
• compare similarities and differences 

C - Foundations and Principles of American Government

• compare and contrast various systems of government
• demonstrate knowledge of the organization and powers of the national government
• demonstrate knowledge of the framing and structure of the United States Constitution
• demonstrate knowledge of the political philosophies that shaped the development of United States constitutional government
• demonstrate knowledge of the federal system of government described in the United States Constitution
• analyze the meaning and importance of each of the rights guaranteed under the Bill of Rights and how each is secured

D - Political Participation

• analyze the difference between involuntary and voluntary participation in civic life
• demonstrate knowledge of local, state, and national elections

E - Three Branches of Government

• demonstrate knowledge of the criminal justice process
• describe the tools used to carry out United States foreign policy, including diplomacy and treaties; economic, military, and humanitarian aid; and sanctions and military intervention
• demonstrate knowledge of the executive branch of government
• demonstrate knowledge of the organization and powers of state and local government described in the Georgia Constitution
• explain the process for impeachment and removal from office and its use for federal officials as defined in the U.S. Constitution
• demonstrate knowledge of the legislative branch of government
• explain the functions of the departments and agencies of the federal bureaucracy
• demonstrate knowledge of the operation of the judicial branch of government
• demonstrate knowledge of civil liberties and civil rights

A - Map and Globe Skills

• compare and contrast the categories of natural, cultural, and political features found on maps as it relates to global civic engagement
• compare maps with data sets (e.g., charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations
• draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information from maps
• use map key/legend to acquire information from physical, political, resource, product, and economic maps

B - Information Processing Skills

• formulate appropriate research questions
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine the adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• interpret political cartoons
• compare similarities and differences
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• check for consistency of information
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• construct charts and tables
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in information/explanatory text
• identify and use primary or secondary sources

C - Civil Dialogue

• explain and apply the principles of civil dialogue

D - Origins and Purposes of Government

• analyze the origins and purposes of law, government, and the political system in America
• analyze the importance of the Constitution in granting rights and powers individually and collectively in America 

E - Principles, Functions, and Organization of Government

• demonstrate an understanding of the function and organization of the federal government of the United States of America
• identify the relationship and division of powers between the federal government and state governments

F - Foundations of Citizen Participation in America

• analyze historical documents as they pertain to the rights of citizens to participate in American government
• evaluate the roles, rights, and responsibilities of S. citizens, and determine methods of active participation in society, government and the political system

G - 1st Amendment Protections for Civic Engagement

• examine the impact of rights guaranteed in the 1st Amendment on Civic Engagement

H - Citizen Participation in America

• evaluate the role of political parties and candidates in being the voice of the American people in government
• apply civic virtues and democratic principles in school and community settings
• analyze the role of various forces on the American Political System

I - Religion and Civic Engagement

• analyze the relationship between religion and civic engagement

J - Civics in Action (Simulation I)

• explain the importance of being an active problem-solving citizen utilizing the appropriate pathways to solve local and state problems
• develop a plan to resolve a state or local problem by researching public policy alternatives, identifying appropriate government agencies to address the issue, and determining a course of

K - Contemporary and Global Citizenship

• demonstrate an understanding of contemporary issues in world affairs, and evaluate the role and impact of U.S. foreign policy as it pertains to civic engagement
• analyze and explain global citizen issues

L - Civics in Action (Simulation II)

• develop a plan to resolve a global problem by researching public policy alternatives, identifying appropriate government agencies to address the issue, and determining a course of action.

A - Map and Globe Skills

• use map key/legend to acquire information from physical, political, resource, product, and economic maps
• compare and contrast the categories of natural, cultural, and political features found on maps as it relates to comparative government and politics
• draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information from maps
• compare maps with data sets (e.g., charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations

B - Information Processing Skills

• formulate appropriate research questions
• interpret political cartoons
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in information/explanatory text
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• compare similarities and differences
• construct charts and tables
• check for consistency of information
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine the adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• identify and use primary or secondary sources

C - Introduction to Comparative Politics

• explain the processes used within the study of comparative politics

D - Political Systems, Regimes and Governments

• explain sources of power, legitimacy and authority in different types of political systems
• describe the sources of political legitimacy for the different types of regimes
• explain the process and goals of democratization 
• explain the differences between a democratic and authoritarian regime/government, including the factors that indicate the degree to which a country falls into either category 

E - Political Institutions

• describe parliamentary, presidential and semi-presidential systems
• explain the structure, function, and change of executive leadership, legislatures, and judiciaries in countries with different types of political systems

F - Political Culture and Participation

• explain the extent to which civil rights and civil liberties are protected or restricted in different regimes
• explain how political values and beliefs frame policy choices to address particular political problems
• describe civil society and political culture and how they influence the operation of countries
• explain the nature and role of political participation as related to a regime's use of authority and power

G - Party and Electoral Systems and Citizen Organizations

• describe electoral systems and election rules among countries with different types of political systems or regimes
• describe characteristics of political party systems and party membership

H - Political and Economic Changes and Development

• compare and contrast political responses to global market forces
• explain how global economic and technological forces influence political policies, behaviors, and culture

A - Map and Globe Skills

• draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information from maps
• compare and contrast the categories of natural, cultural, and political features found on maps as it relates to trade
• compare maps with data sets (e.g., charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations
• use map key/legend to acquire information from physical, political, resource, product, and economic maps

B - Information Processing Skills

• construct charts and tables
• formulate appropriate research questions
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in informational/explanatory text
• identify and use primary and secondary sources
• check for consistency of information
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• compare similarities and differences
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• interpret political cartoons

C - Economic Trends

• analyze current trends leading to international economic cooperation

D - Environmental Progress

• analyze the struggle between environmental protection and economic progress

E - Family and Urbanization

• describe the challenges relating to urbanization and changes in family and household structure 

F - Human Rights and Societal Issues

• analyze the causes for the growth of radical groups throughout the world and the effects of such growth
• analyze the major issues regarding international human rights
• recognize the growing diversity of American society

G - 21st Century Issues

• analyze the costs, benefits, and opportunities presented by technology as a means to address political, social, and economic problems

A - Map and Globe Skills

• draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information from maps
• compare maps with data sets (e.g., charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations
• use map key/legend to acquire information from historical, physical, political, resource, product, and economic maps
• compare and contrast the categories of natural, cultural, and political features found on maps
• compare maps of the same place at different points in time and from different perspectives to determine changes, identify trends, and generalize about human activities

B - Information Processing Skills

• check for consistency of information
• identify and use primary and secondary sources
• organize items chronologically
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• analyze artifacts
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• interpret political cartoons
• construct charts and tables
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in informational/explanatory text
• identify main idea, detail, sequence of events, and cause and effect in a social studies context
• compare similarities and differences
• interpret timelines
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• translate dates into centuries, eras, or ages
• formulate appropriate research questions 

C - World Views, Logical Fallacies, and Constructive Discourse

• examine the basic principles of constructive discourse in order to engage in rational, thoughtful discussions on public policy issues
• analyze the most common fallacies of ordinary reasoning in order to evaluate the validity, clarity, and precision of types of arguments, such as Ad Populum, Ad Hominem, and Slippery Slope

D - Life and Health Issues

• evaluate the increasing economic demand on community agencies and resources relating to federal programs such as Medicare, Medicaid, and the Affordable Care Act
• analyze and evaluate major life and health issues facing today's society
• identify Life and Health issues currently facing today's society such as obesity, use of GMOs, and Roe v. Wade
• formulate possible solutions based on an informed perspective rather than an emotional reaction to the issues

E - Discrimination Issues

• examine and evaluate the government's attempts to deal with invidious discrimination, including policies related to Title IX and affirmative action
• evaluate whether unjust discrimination harms all Americans or just those who are its target
• analyze current discrimination issues in the United States

F - Constitutional Issues

• explain why rights guaranteed in the Constitution are relative and are not absolute
• identify current issues relevant to Constitutional rights and their interpretation
• examine arguments for and against several volatile constitutional issues in the United States, including Second Amendment rights and limits on First Amendment rights

G - Global Issues

• identify which option would appear to be an optimally effective choice in each case
• examine and evaluate several significant global issues confronting the modern world, such as the War on Terror, radical terrorism, wealth disparity, and human rights violations
• analyze policy options proposed for each global issue

A - Map and Globe Skills

• use map key/legend to acquire information from physical, political, resource, product, and economic maps
• compare maps with data sets (e.g., charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations
• compare and contrast the categories of natural, cultural, and political features found on maps as it relates to trade
• draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information from maps

B - Information Processing Skills

• interpret political cartoons
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• identify and use primary or secondary sources
• compare similarities and differences
• check for consistency of information
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• construct charts and tables
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine the adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in information/explanatory text
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• formulate appropriate research questions

C - Economics of Healthcare

• analyze how economic conditions impact access to medicine in various areas of the world

D - The Government and Healthcare

• explain how governments have responded to healthcare issues in a historical context

E - Environment and Health

• describe how environmental factors contribute to specific individual and community health outcomes 
• discuss the environmental concerns that are created through research and development in the medical industry 

F - Families and Healthcare

• describe the challenges relating to urbanization and changes in family and household structure and its impact on public health

G - Societal Issues and Healthcare

• analyze the issues related to access to medical care around the world and the impact on society
• analyze the impact of diversity on the health services industry

H - Technology and Society

• analyze the impact of technology on the medical field and on human health

I - 21st Century Issues

• analyze future trends and concerns in health sciences

A - Map and Globe Skills

• draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information from maps
• compare maps with data sets (e.g., charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations
• compare and contrast the categories of natural, cultural, and political features found on maps as it relates to trade
• use map key/legend to acquire information from physical, political, resource, product, and economic maps

B - Information Processing Skills

• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• formulate appropriate research questions
• compare similarities and differences
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in informational/explanatory text
• construct charts and tables
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• identify and use primary and secondary sources
• interpret political cartoons
• check for consistency of information
• analyze graphs and diagrams

C - Fundamental Concepts

• (Pilot) analyze how scarcity affects the choices of individuals, businesses, and governments
• (Pilot) analyze how economic systems influence the choices of individuals, businesses, and governments
• give examples of how rational decision-making entails comparing the marginal benefits and the marginal costs of an action
• (Pilot) analyze factors that influence the standard of living of individuals and nations 

D - Personal Finance

• (Pilot) explain ways consumers are protected by rules and regulations
• evaluate the costs and benefits of using credit
• (Pilot) analyze major life decisions using economics-based decision-making skills
• (Pilot) analyze how insurance and other risk-management strategies protect against financial loss
• (Pilot) analyze income as a scarce resource that can be allocated effectively through budgeting
• explain how changes in taxation can have an impact on an individual’s spending and saving choices
• (Pilot) explain how interest rates affect various consumer decisions
• describe how the earnings of workers are determined in the marketplace
• (Pilot) explain how the financial system channels funds from savers to investors
• (Pilot) explain sources of and protection against identity theft

E - Microeconomics

• (Pilot) describe how households and businesses are interdependent and interact through flows of goods, services, resources, and money
• explain how the law of demand, the law of supply, and prices work to determine production and distribution in a market economy
• explain the organization and role of business and analyze the four types of market structures in the U.S. economy

F - Macroeconomics

• (Pilot) explain the methods by which economic activity is measured
• explain the role and functions of the Federal Reserve System
• (Pilot) analyze how the government uses fiscal policy and its effects on the national debt

G - International Economics

• (Pilot) analyze how changes in exchange rates can have an impact on groups in the United States and in other countries
• (Pilot) explain the benefits of international trade and the role of trade barriers

A - Map and Globe Skills

• draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information from maps
• use a map to explain the impact of geography on historical and current events
• compare maps with data sets (e.g., charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations
• compare maps of the same place at different points in time and from different perspectives to determine changes, identify trends, and generalize about human activities

B - Information Processing Skills

• identify main idea, detail, sequence of events, and cause and effect in a social studies context
• check for consistency of information
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine the adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• formulate appropriate research questions
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• identify and use primary and secondary sources

C - Understanding Racial and Ethnic Identity

• analyze the dynamics of how race and ethnicity play a role in the construction of personal identity
• examine and apply methods to discuss and study race, racism, and ethnicity

D - History and Ethnicity

• analyze the factors that influenced each ethnic group's origins historically in different regions globally over time
• compare and contrast the impact of the factors influencing the arrival, relocation and/or coexistence of ethnic groups from one region within the United States to another

E - Historical and Contemporary Contributions

• analyze the role of government, law, the media, and public policy and their impact on various ethnic communities
• analyze the major environmental, historical and political developments that have influenced and affected specific ethnic communities 
• analyze the 21st century challenges occurring globally and within the S. for various ethnic groups through a social justice lens 
• evaluate the various social and political movements led by ethnic groups to effect change 

F - Cultural Influence and Contemporary Culture

• analyze the cultural contributions of various ethnic groups including, but not limited to, literature, music, art, fashion, and cuisine
• analyze the intellectual, economic, and political contributions to history and society of individuals and organizations within different ethnic groups

A - Map and Globe Skills

• draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information from maps
• compare and contrast the categories of natural, cultural, and political features found on maps as it relates to the needs of leaders
• compare maps with data sets (e.g., charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations
• use map key/legend to acquire information from physical, political, resource, product, and economic maps

B - Information Processing Skills

• formulate appropriate research questions
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• compare similarities and differences
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in information/explanatory text
• interpret political cartoons
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine the adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• construct charts and tables
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• identify and use primary or secondary sources
• check for consistency of information

C - Goal Setting

• identify and demonstrate processes for making short and long term goals
• analyze the core four basic skills for setting and meeting goals

D - Civil Dialogue

• identify and exercise the principles of civil dialogue (with a focus on how they are used in positions of leadership) 

E - Fundamentals of Leading a Team

• analyze skills and needs required when working in a group setting

F - History of Leadership

• identify and discuss the historical importance of leaders and how they lead

G - Leadership Framework and Theory

• demonstrate understanding of historical and contemporary leadership theories by comparing and contrasting the different leadership frameworks/theories OR explaining the evolution of leadership theories/frameworks

H - Styles of Leadership

• analyze the styles of leadership, including your own

I - Ethics of Leadership

• demonstrate an understanding of key ethical frameworks
• analyze the role of decision making within the ethics of leadership

J - Communication in Leadership

• analyze the different communication styles and structures

K - Leadership and Followers

• examine the roles of a group leader in managing and supporting the functions and members of the group
• explore the dynamic of leading and following

L - Civic-Minded Leadership

• evaluate the relationship between leadership and civics

M - Etiquette in Leadership

• demonstrate understanding the nuances of etiquette necessary in leadership

N - Application of Leadership Skills

• analyze and refine personal leadership mission statement
• analyze effectiveness of different leaders and/or organizations
• use research methods to identify and address a problem within the local community

A - Map and Globe Skills

• use cardinal directions
• use latitude and longitude to determine location
• draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information from maps
• use a letter/number grid system to determine location
• compare maps with data sets (e.g., charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations
• use graphic scales to determine distances on a map
• compare and contrast the categories of natural, cultural, and political features found on maps
• use a map to explain the impact of geography on historical and current events
• use map key/legend to acquire information from historical, physical, political, resource, product, and economic maps
• compare maps of the same place at different points in time and from different perspectives to determine changes, identify trends, and generalize about human activities
• use customary and metric map scales to determine distance on a map
• use intermediate directions

B - Information Processing Skills

• identify main idea, detail, sequence of events, and cause and effect in a social studies context
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• identify and use primary and secondary sources
• translate dates into centuries, eras, or ages
• compare similarities and differences
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• analyze artifacts
• check for consistency of information
• interpret political cartoons analyze graphs and diagrams 
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• formulate appropriate research questions
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in informational/explanatory text
• interpret timelines
• organize items chronologically
• construct charts and tables 

C - Geographic Concepts

• explain why physical characteristics of place, such as landforms, bodies of water, climate, and natural resources, act as contributing factors to world settlement patterns
• evaluate how the physical and human characteristics of places and regions are connected to human identities and cultures

D - Political Geography

• evaluate how cooperation and conflict among people influence the division and control of Earth's surface
• assess the characteristics, spatial distribution, and migration of human populations on the Earth's surface
• examine the spatial distribution of major economic systems and analyze the role that geography plays in economic development
• analyze human interactions with the world's environments

A - Map and Globe Skills

• compare and contrast the categories of natural, cultural, and political features found on maps as it relates to international relations
• compare maps with data sets (e.g., charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations
• draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information from maps
• use map key/legend to acquire information from physical, political, resource, product, and economic maps

B - Information Processing Skills

• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in information/explanatory text
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• construct charts and tables
• check for consistency of information
• interpret political cartoons
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine the adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• compare similarities and differences
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• identify and use primary or secondary sources
• formulate appropriate research questions

C - Foundations of International Relations and Diplomacy

• examine bias in international relations and diplomacy
• analyze the framework theories of diplomacy
• analyze the modern framework theories of diplomacy
• explain how governments interact with each other through international relations and diplomacy 

D - History of International Relations and Diplomacy

• describe the importance of the Vienna Conventions
• discuss the history of international relations and diplomacy
• interpret the significance of various foundational documents and individuals in developing international relations

E - Diplomatic Foundations

• compare and contrast the different spheres of diplomacy
• evaluate the different methods and practices of diplomacy

F - Contemporary Diplomatic Environment

• describe the legal underpinnings of international relations and diplomacy
• analyze the organizations and actors in the diplomatic environment
• explain the organization of Diplomatic Infrastructure

G - Negotiating in International Relations and Diplomacy

• identify and analyze the principles and complexities of negotiating
• analyze the culture and behavior of negotiating

H - The Future of Diplomacy

• discuss the potential role of diplomacy in the future
• discuss potential strategies used in diplomacy in the future

I - The Art of Negotiation

• research and present in a simulation of international diplomacy

A - Information Processing Skills

• construct charts and tables
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in informational/explanatory text
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• identify and use primary and secondary sources
• organize items chronologically
• identify main idea, detail, sequence of events and cause and effect in a social studies context
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• interpret political cartoons
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• check for consistency of information
• interpret timelines
• translate dates into centuries, eras, or ages
• formulate appropriate research questions
• analyze artifacts
• compare similarities and differences
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose

B - Judicial System

• explain court systems in the United States

C - Civil Law

• explain civil laws and processes

D - Criminal Law

• describe criminal laws and processes

A - Information Processing Skills

• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine the adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• organize items chronologically
• construct charts and tables
• formulate appropriate research questions
• identify and use primary or secondary sources
• interpret political cartoons
• interpret timelines
• read and write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• identify main idea, detail, sequence of events and cause and effect in a social studies context
• check for consistency of information
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in information/explanatory text
• compare similarities and differences

B - Legal Principles of Medical Care

• discuss the legal principles governing healthcare administration

C - Ethics in Healthcare

• describe the ethical principles impacting healthcare administration

D - Medical Leadership and the Law

• analyze the responsibilities of leaders on healthcare law and regulations

E - The Role of Government in Medical Law

• recognize and interpret the governing laws, policies, and ethical considerations in which health care administrators work 

F - Implications of Modifying Healthcare (continued)

• analyze health reform issues and articulate their implications

G - Liability of Healthcare Organizations

• evaluate the implications of liability issues in the healthcare field

A - Information Processing Skills

• interpret political cartoons
• formulate appropriate research questions
• check for consistency of information
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• compare similarities and differences
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• identify and use primary and secondary sources
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in informational/explanatory text
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• construct charts and tables

B - Budget and Income

• evaluate various sources of income and analyze variables that affect a person’s income
• describe how budgeting and actively reviewing finances can be used to allocate scarce income
• evaluate different methods for paying for goods and services

C - Credit and Financial Institutions

• analyze the purpose and functions of various financial institutions
• evaluate alternatives for life after high school including college, technical school, internships, working, military, doing nothing, taking a “gap year”, traveling, or other options
• describe the importance of credit and having a favorable credit score

D - Consumers and Investments

• evaluate reasons for and various methods of investment
• describe how government taxing and spending decisions affect consumers
• describe how insurance and other risk-management strategies protect against financial loss 
• explain and evaluate various forms of consumer protection 
• explain how interest rates affect various consumer decisions
• explain sources of and protection against identity theft

A - Information Processing Skills

• interpret political cartoons
• interpret timelines
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• formulate appropriate research questions
• identify and use primary and secondary sources
• identify main idea, detail, sequence of events and cause and effect in a social studies context
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in informational/explanatory text
• construct charts and tables
• check for consistency of information
• analyze artifacts
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• organize items chronologically
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• compare similarities and differences
• translate dates into centuries, eras, or ages

B - Historical Background

• describe a basic framework for the study of philosophical thought
• analyze philosophical advancements during the Golden Age of Athens: Discourse in the Agora
• differentiate mythological explanations versus teachings of the Pre-Socratic "Natural Philosopher"

C - Cultural Relationships

• analyze major aspects of Eastern philosophy originating in China, India, and the Middle East
• discuss early Christianity's relation to Semitic culture and its influence on Indo-European thought 

D - Western Thought

• analyze differing strands of Western Medieval philosophical thought
• analyze the philosophical contributions of important German thinkers
• differentiate the opposing views of modern empiricists and modern rationalist thinkers
• profile the Renaissance Era philosopher-scientists
• compare and contrast the schools of modern thought and philosophy

E - Modern Era

• analyze the beliefs and contributions of leading post-modern and feminist philosophers

A - Map and Globe Skills

• compare maps with data sets (e.g., charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations
• compare maps of the same place at different points in time and from different perspectives to determine changes, identify trends, and generalize about human activities

B - Information Processing Skills

• check for consistency of information
• interpret timelines
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• compare similarities and differences
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in informational/explanatory text
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• construct charts and tables
• identify and use primary and secondary sources
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• organize items chronologically
• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• identify main idea, detail, sequence of events, and cause and effect in a social studies context
• formulate appropriate research questions
• translate dates into centuries, eras, or ages
• interpret political cartoons
• analyze artifacts
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine adequacy and/or relevancy of information

C - Psychology as a Science

• explain selected historical and contemporary perspectives and practices of psychologists
• explain the research methods and the types of statistics used in the field of psychology 

D - Biological Basis of Behavior

• compare different states of consciousness
• explain the development, structure, and function of biological systems and their role in behavior, cognition, and emotion

E - Sensation and Perception

• explain the sensory processes and how people perceive their environment

F - Learning

• identify the characteristics of and major approaches to learning

G - Motivation and Emotion

• identify major theories and concepts related to motivation and emotion

H - Cognitive Processes

• discuss the components of stress
• analyze concepts related to the measurement, and nature of intelligence
• analyze key concepts associated with information processing and memory

I - Lifespan and Development

• describe behavioral, social, and cognitive changes, starting in the prenatal period and throughout the lifespan
• evaluate theories of personality and assessment tools

J - Abnormal Behavior

• identify psychological disorders and treatment

K - Social Psychology

• analyze the impact of the social environment on behaviors and attitudes

A - Map and Globe Skills

• compare maps with data sets (e.g., charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations
• compare maps of the same place at different points in time and from different perspectives to determine changes, identify trends, and generalize about human activities
• use map key/legend to acquire information from historical, physical, political, resource, product, and economic maps
• compare and contrast the categories of natural, cultural, and political features found on maps
• draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information from maps

B - Information Processing Skills

• identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose
• interpret political cartoons
• formulate appropriate research questions
• compare similarities and differences
• distinguish between fact and opinion as used in informational/explanatory text
• identify and use primary and secondary sources
• analyze graphs and diagrams
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that determine adequacy and/or relevancy of information
• identify and write about issues and/or problems and alternative solutions
• write arguments, informative text, and explanatory text that draw conclusions and make generalizations
• interpret timelines
• check for consistency of information
• organize items chronologically
• translate dates into centuries, eras, or ages
• identify main idea, detail, sequence of events and cause and effect in a social studies context
• construct charts and tables
• analyze artifacts 

C - Sociology as a Science

• explain the research methodologies used in sociology
• explain the origins of sociology, the sociological perspective, and how sociology relates to the other social sciences
• explain the major theoretical perspectives in sociology

D - Culture and Socialization

• explain the process of socialization
• evaluate how cultures evolve over time
• explain the development and importance of culture

E - Social Issues

• analyze forms of social inequality
• analyze the impact of social control on deviance in society
• analyze social structure and interaction within society

F - Social Institutions

• analyze the function of social institutions as agents of social control across differing societies and times

G - Trends

• analyze social change processes in a society