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1st Quarter – Introduction to Global Studies
Global Studies includes the study of current events, world history, geography, and culture. The first quarter is a review of basic
geographic and social studies skills and an overview of current global issues and the seven elements of culture. The following three
quarters look at these concepts in more depth applying them to world regions.
2.1: Analyze the spatial 5Themes of Geography (Location, Absolute location Newspaper lesson 5 Themes Test
organizations of people, places, and place, movement, human-environment Relative location Robin Hood
environment on the Earth’s surface. interaction, region) Place PP 5 Themes
2.2: Explain how human actions Movement
modify the physical environment Human-environment
and how physical systems affect interaction
human activity and living Region
conditions.
2.3: Trace the migration and
settlement of human populations
on the Earth’s surface.
2.1: Analyze the spatial 6-9.GWH.2.1.1 Explain and use the components of Latitude/longitude Tear a Continent Map Skills Test
organizations of people, places, and maps, compare different map projections, and Cardinal directions Map Skills Bingo
environment on the Earth’s surface explain the appropriate uses for each. (469.01b) Physical/political/thematic Dot to dot activity
6-9.GWH.2.1.2 Apply latitude and longitude to Cartogram Latitude/longitude
locate places on Earth and describe the uses of Continent practice
technology, such as Global Positioning Systems Elevation PP Earth’s Features
(GPS) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Equator Simon Says
6-9.GWH.2.1.3 Use mental maps to answer Hemisphere Geography Terms
geographic questions. (469.01b) International dateline PP
6-9.GWH.2.1.4 Analyze visual and mathematical
Key
data presented in charts, tables, graphs, maps,
Map projection
and other graphic organizers to assist in
Ocean
interpreting a historical event. (473.01a)
Prime meridian
Scale
Time zones
Topography
6-9.GWH.2.3.2 (GEH) Describe major physical Natural resources Geography terms
characteristics of regions in the Western/Eastern Land forms bingo
Hemisphere. Water forms Imagination
Physical geography terms PP Geo Terms
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Goal 5.1: Build an understanding of 6-9.GE/WH.5.1.1 Discuss how social institutions, Current Global Issues Globalization PP / Classroom activities
multiple perspectives and global including family, religion, and education, influence Human rights If you shrunk the and aassignments
interdependence. behavior in different societies in the Deadly weapons world…
Eastern/Western Hemisphere. Terrorism Major cities
6-9.GE/WH.5.1.2 Give examples of how language, Hot spots activities
literature, and the arts shaped the development Interdependence Population density
and transmission of culture in the Outsourcing (Full of Beans)
Eastern/Western Hemisphere. Population - patterns Nothing to Snicker
6-9.GE/WH.5.1.3 Define ethnocentrism and give Developed About
examples of how this attitude can lead to cultural Developing Who Sliced this Pie
misunderstandings.
3rd World Countries WH Essentials ch
6-9.GE/WH.5.1.4 Discuss present conflicts
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between cultural groups and nation-states in the Human
Globalization
Eastern/Western Hemisphere. Development
Global North
Global South Index Ranking
Gross Domestic Product Culture Grams
WH Ch 32
Goal 5.1: Build an understanding of 6-9.GE/WH.5.1.1 Discuss how social institutions, Seven Elements of Culture Global Studies Seven Elements Test
multiple perspectives and global including family, religion, and education, influence Social Organizations binder and CD for
interdependence. behavior in different societies in the Customs and Traditions lessons and PP
Eastern/Western Hemisphere. Language Language
6-9.GE/WH.5.1.2 Give examples of how language, Art and Literature Charades
literature, and the arts shaped the development Religions Bead Activity
and transmission of culture in the Economic Systems (Economics)
Eastern/Western Hemisphere. Government Types I Have…Who has
6-9.GE/WH.5.1.3 Define ethnocentrism and give (Governments)
examples of how this attitude can lead to cultural Monotheism “Whale Rider” clip
misunderstandings. Polytheism “My Big Fat Greek
6-9.GE/WH.5.1.4 Discuss present conflicts Free Market Wedding” (ch 11)
between cultural groups and nation-states in the Totalitarianism Grandma’s Cures
Eastern/Western Hemisphere. Monarchy (absolute, constitutional) Video “is America
6-9WHC.3.1.2 List examples that show how Ethnocentrism #1?”
economic opportunity and a higher standard of Migration Religion brochure
living are important factors in the migration of Immigration Gandhi clip
people
LO list (Collette)
Culture Terms
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2nd Quarter – North and South America (United States, Canada, and Latin America)
6-9.GWH.2.3.1 Identify the Map Skills Provinces Physical and political maps Map test
names and locations of countries What are the nations of the region? States Map skills – locate using
and major cities in the Western Regional physical and political map North America latitude and longitude,
Hemisphere. skills practice South America distance and direction, etc.
6-9.GWH.2.3.2 Describe major Latin America What do you know about
physical characteristics of regions Central America the United States/Latin
in the Western Hemisphere. Middle America America
Caribbean
Population distribution
6-9.GWH.2.4.1 Describe major Seven Elements of Culture: NAFTA See binder/CD Classroom activities
cultural characteristics of regions Social Organizations Nuclear family Cowisms and assessments
in the Western Hemisphere. Family Organization Extended family What do you know about
6-9.GWH.2.4.2 Compare and What ethnic / tribal groups live in Indigenous the United States? Canada?
contrast cultural patterns in the the region? Patriarchal Latin America?
Western Hemisphere, such as Customs and Traditions Matriarchal Power points
language, religion, and ethnicity. Language Mixed Economy LO list (Collette) Culture
(469.04c) Arts and Literature Constitutional Monarchy Terms
6-9.GWH.5.1.1 Discuss how Religions Democracy / Republic Canada PP
social institutions, including What are the major religions in the Dictatorships United States PP
family, religion, and education, region?
Roman Catholic Latin America Sights PP
influence behavior in different What are these groups’ religious Protestant
societies in the Western and cultural practices? Regional Dialects
Hemisphere.
6-9.GWH.5.1.2 Give examples of Economic Systems
how language, literature, and the Government type
arts shaped the development and
transmission of culture in the
Western Hemisphere.
Goal 3.2: Identify different
influences on economic systems.
6-9.GWH.3.2.2 Compare the
standard of living of various
countries of the Western
Hemisphere today using Gross
Domestic Product (GDP) per
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capita as an indicator.
6-9.GWH.3.2.3 Analyze current
economic issues in the countries
of the Western Hemisphere using
a variety of information
resources.
6-9.GWH.4.5.1 Identify the major
forms of government in the
Western Hemisphere and
compare them with the United
States.
Goal 1.6: Explain the rise of History Aztecs Hernando Cortes (see
human civilization. Exploration and settlement Mayas binder) PP Overview of
6-9.GWH.5.1.2 Give examples of Declaration / US Constitution (basic) Incas Ancient Civilizations
how language, literature, and WH Ch 16.1, 26.4, 37
the arts shaped the essentials
development and transmission
of culture in the Western
Hemisphere.
6-9.GWH.5.1.4 Discuss present Current Events/Global Issues Newspapers and other “World News”
conflicts between cultural groups news sources project (research
and nation-states in the Western Thomaslfriedman.com current
Hemisphere. situations/issues in
the region)
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3rd Quarter – Europe, Asia, and the Middle East
6-9.GEH.2.3.1 Identify the names Map Skills Major countries Physical and
and locations of countries and major What are the nations of the region? political maps
cities in the Eastern Hemisphere. Regional physical and political map Map skills – locate
6-9.GEH.2.3.2 Describe major skills practice using latitude and
physical characteristics of regions in longitude, distance
the Eastern Hemisphere. and direction, etc.
What do you know
about Europe
/Asia/ Middle East
6-9.GEH.2.4.1 Describe major Seven Elements of Culture: Cowisms (match to
cultural characteristics of regions in Social Organizations countries)
the Eastern Hemisphere. Family Organization Rome PPT w/ WS
6-9.GEH.2.4.2 Compare and contrast What ethnic / tribal groups live in the Greece PPT w/ WS
cultural patterns in the Eastern region? The Odyssey
Hemisphere, such as language, Customs and Traditions (video)
religion, and ethnicity. (469.04c) Language Tangrams
6-9.GEH.5.1.1 Discuss how social Arts and Literature Islam /Buddhism /
institutions, including family, Religions Hinduism
religion, and education, influence What are the major religions in the LO list (Collette)
behavior in different societies in the region? Culture Terms
Eastern Hemisphere. What are these groups’ religious and
6-9.GEH.5.1.2 Give examples of how cultural practices?
language, literature, and the arts
shaped the development and Economic Systems
transmission of culture in the Government type
Eastern Hemisphere.
Goal 3.2: Identify different
influences on economic systems.
6-9.GEH.3.2.2 Compare the standard
of living of various countries of the
Eastern Hemisphere today using
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per
capita as an indicator.
6-9.GEH.3.2.3 Analyze current
economic issues in the countries of
the Eastern Hemisphere using a
variety of information resources.
6-9.GEH.4.5.1 Identify the major
forms of government in the Eastern
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Hemisphere and compare them with
the United States.
Goal 1.6: Explain the rise of human
civilization.
6-9.GEH.5.1.2 Give examples of how
language, literature, and the arts
shaped the development and
transmission of culture in the
Eastern Hemisphere.
6-9.GEH.5.1.4 Discuss present Current Events/Global Issues “World News” project
conflicts between cultural groups (research current
and nation-states in the Eastern situations/issues in
Hemisphere. the region)
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4th Quarter – Africa, Australia, Oceania
6-9.GEH.2.3.1 Identify the names Map Skills Major countries of the Region Physical and
and locations of countries and major What are the nations of the region? Political maps
cities in the Eastern Hemisphere. Regional physical and political map Map skills – locate
6-9.GEH.2.3.2 Describe major skills practice using latitude and
physical characteristics of regions in longitude, distance
the Eastern Hemisphere. and direction, etc.
What do you know
about the Africa /
Australia / Oceania
6-9.GEH.2.4.1 Describe major Seven Elements of Culture: Apartheid Cowisms (match to
cultural characteristics of regions in Social Organizations countries)
the Eastern Hemisphere. Family Organization LO list (Collette)
6-9.GEH.2.4.2 Compare and contrast What ethnic / tribal groups live in the Culture Terms
cultural patterns in the Eastern region?
Hemisphere, such as language, Customs and Traditions
religion, and ethnicity. (469.04c) Language
6-9.GEH.5.1.1 Discuss how social Arts and Literature
institutions, including family, Religions
religion, and education, influence What are the major religions in the
behavior in different societies in the region?
Eastern Hemisphere. What are these groups’ religious and
6-9.GEH.5.1.2 Give examples of how cultural practices?
language, literature, and the arts
shaped the development and Economic Systems
transmission of culture in the Government type
Eastern Hemisphere.
Goal 3.2: Identify different
influences on economic systems.
6-9.GEH.3.2.2 Compare the standard
of living of various countries of the
Eastern Hemisphere today using
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per
capita as an indicator.
6-9.GEH.3.2.3 Analyze current
economic issues in the countries of
the Eastern Hemisphere using a
variety of information resources.
6-9.GEH.4.5.1 Identify the major
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forms of government in the Eastern
Hemisphere and compare them with
the United States.
Goal 1.6: Explain the rise of human
civilization.
6-9.GEH.5.1.2 Give examples of how
language, literature, and the arts
shaped the development and
transmission of culture in the
Eastern Hemisphere.
6-9.GEH.5.1.4 Discuss present Current Events/Global Issues “World News” project
conflicts between cultural groups (research current
and nation-states in the Eastern situations/issues in
Hemisphere. the region)
General resources that should be available in each building:
World Area Studies binder and CD
National Geographic Atlas
World History Text books
Newspapers/news magazines/Internet
Almanacs
CNN, FOX, MSNBC, etc.
All referenced lessons / power points have been shared by teachers at Global Studies in-services and should be available in all buildings
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