- Gwinnett County School District
- High School AKS Standards
AKS Standards
- Overview of the Curriculum -- Kindergarten through Grade 8
- Specialized Programs and Services (K-12)
- AKS Standards by Grade Level (K-8)
- High School AKS Standards
- The AKS by Subject -- Grades K-12
High School Social Studies
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High School Social Studies -- World History
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
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High School Social Studies -- U.S. History
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
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High School Social Studies -- American Government and Civics
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
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High School Social Studies -- Civic Engagement
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.
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High School Social Studies -- Comparative Politics
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
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High School Social Studies -- Contemporary Issues
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
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High School Social Studies -- Controversial Issues
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
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High School Social Studies -- Current Issues in Health Science
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
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High School Social Studies -- Economics and Personal Finance
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
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High School Social Studies -- Ethnic Studies
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
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High School Social Studies -- Foundations of Leadership
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
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High School Social Studies -- World Geography
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
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High School Social Studies -- International Relations and Diplomacy
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
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High School Social Studies -- Law
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
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High School Social Studies -- Medical Ethics and the Law
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
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High School Social Studies -- Personal Financial Literacy
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
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High School Social Studies -- Philosophy
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
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High School Social Studies -- Psychology
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
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High School Social Studies -- Sociology
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