MONROE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS
CURRICULUM MAP Grade 7 Social Studies/American History I
2010-2011 School Year
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2009 New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards for Social Studies Introduction Mission: Social studies education provides learners with the knowledge, skills, and perspectives needed to become active, informed citizens and contributing members of local, state, national, and global communities in the digital age. Vision: An education in social studies fosters a population that: Is civic minded, globally aware, and socially responsible. Exemplifies fundamental values of American citizenship through active participation in local and global communities. Makes informed decisions about local, state, national, and global events based on inquiry and analysis. Considers multiple perspectives, values diversity, and promotes cultural understanding. Recognizes the implications of an interconnected global economy. Appreciates the global dynamics between people, places, and resources. Utilizes emerging technologies to communicate and collaborate on career and personal matters with citizens of other world regions. Essential Questions A. Civics, Government, and Human Rights How do citizens, civic ideals, and government institutions interact to balance the needs of individuals and the common good? How have economic, political, and cultural decisions promoted or prevented the growth of personal freedom, individual responsibility, equality, and respect for human dignity? B. Geography, People, and the Environment How do physical geography, human geography, and the human environment interact to influence or determine the development of cultures, societies, and nations? C. Economics, Innovation, and Technology How can individuals, groups, and societies apply economic reasoning to make difficult choices about scarce resources? What are the possible consequences of these decisions for individuals, groups, and societies? How have scientific and technological developments over the course of history changed the way people live and economies and governments function? D. History, Culture, and Perspectives How do our interpretations of past events inform our understanding of cause and effect, and continuity and change, and how do they influence our beliefs and decisions about current public policy issues? How can the study of multiple perspectives, beliefs systems, and cultures provide a context for understanding and challenging public actions and decisions in a diverse and interdependent world? O:\Curriculum Maps\Middle School\Social Studies\Grade 7 American History I Curriculum Map.doc
Revised Standards The revised social studies standards provide the foundation for creating local curricula and developing meaningful assessments. The revised standards are as follows: Standard 6.1 U.S. History: America in the World. All students will acquire the knowledge and skills to think analytically about how past and present interactions of people, cultures, and the environment shape the American heritage. Such knowledge and skills enable students to make informed decisions that reflect fundamental rights and core democratic values as productive citizens in local, national, and global communities. Standard 6.2 World History/Global Studies. All students will acquire the knowledge and skills to think analytically and systematically about how past interactions of people, cultures, and the environment affect issues across time and cultures. Such knowledge and skills enable students to make informed decisions as socially and ethically responsible world citizens in the 21st century. Standard 6.3 Active Citizenship in the 21st Century. All students will acquire the skills needed to be active, informed citizens who value diversity and promote cultural understanding by working collaboratively to address challenges that are inherent in living in an interconnected world. Four strands frame the content within each standard: (A) Civics, Government, and Human Rights; (B) Geography, People, and the Environment; (C) Economics, Innovation, and Technology; and (D) History, Culture, and Perspectives. In grades 5-8, students build upon K-4 foundational content. Through instruction in U.S. History and World History/Global Studies, they begin to analyze the implications of government structures and economic policies for individuals, communities, nations, and global relationships. The study of migratory patterns and belief systems that in the past led to cooperation and conflict among groups of people enable students to realize the significance of cultural transmission in today’s global society. Relevant activities that help students connect content knowledge to current issues and that promote service learning empower students to become civicminded and socially active. In grades 9-12, students continue to study U.S. History and World History/Global Studies. They consider historical viewpoints in order to analyze the role of the individual in society and the significance of fundamental documents to basic human rights. Socratic discussion groups and debate activities enable students to develop sound reasoning and effective communication skills. Opportunities to collaborate with students from around the world and experts in the field, and to develop innovative solutions to real world problems on the local, national, and global levels, mirror the 21st-century workplace and allow students to practice important career skills. By the end of grade 12, students have a heightened understanding of the cause-and-effect relationship between past and present events, recognize patterns of interactions, and understand the impact of events in an interconnected world. Online Resources Link to 2009 NJCCC Standards: http://www.state.nj.us/education/cccs/2009/final.htm Link to Common Core Content Standards: http://www.corestandards.org/the-standards O:\Curriculum Maps\Middle School\Social Studies\Grade 7 American History I Curriculum Map.doc
Monroe Township Public Schools Williamstown, NJ Course Title/Grade:
Essential Questions
Content
Skills
NJ CCCS/CPI’s and Common Core Standards
American History I - Grade 7
Department/Subject: Social Studies
Unit 1 - September
Unit 2 - October
Unit 3 – November/December
How do humans influence the environment? How does geography influence culture? Are humans responsible to the environment for future generations? Three Worlds Meet Students will understand that geography affects the social, political, and economic characteristics of a culture. Students will understand the social and economic characteristics of North American people Social Studies Economics, Innovation and Technology 6.1.4.C.2, 6.1.4.C.3, 6.1.4.C.4, 6.1.4.C.5, 6.1.4.C.6
Why do humans explore the unknown? What happens when cultures collide?
How did conflict influence life in the English colonies? Are all Americans equal? What similarities exist between issues regarding equality then and now? The Thirteen English Colonies Students will understand the geographic, political, social, religious, and economic factors related to colonial settlement.
Language Arts Literacy 7KID1-3, 7PDW4-6, 7CS4-6, 7RBPK79, 7IKI7-9, 7CC1-3, 7RRLTC-10, 7PKI4-6, 7TTP1-3 Technology 8.1.8.D.3, 8.1.8.E.1, 8.1.8.A.3, 8.2.8.C.2 21st Century Life and Careers 9.1.8.B.1, 9.1.8.C.1-3, 9.1.8.F.2&3, 9.2.8.D.5
Exploration and Colonization Students will understand the impact of European exploration on both Native American and European cultures.
Social Studies Expanding Exchanges and Encounters 6.1.8.B.2.b 6.2.8.C.4.b 6.2.8.B.4.h 6.2.12.D.1.a-f
Social Studies Colonization and Settlement (15851763) 6.1.8.A.2.a-c, 6.1.8.B.2 a-b, 6.1.8.C.2 a-c 6.1.8.D.2 a-b
Language Arts Literacy 7KID1-3, 7PDW4-6, 7CS4-6, 7RBPK79, 7IKI7-9, 7CC1-3, 7RRLTC-10, 7PKI4-6, 7TTP1-3
Language Arts Literacy 7KID1-3, 7PDW4-6, 7CS4-6, 7RBPK79, 7IKI7-9, 7CC1-3, 7RRLTC-10, 7PKI4-6, 7TTP1-3
Technology 8.1.8.D.3, 8.1.8.E.1, 8.1.8.A.3, 8.2.8.C.2
Technology 8.1.8.D.3, 8.1.8.E.1, 8.1.8.A.3, 8.2.8.C.2
21st Century Life and Careers 9.1.8.B.1, 9.1.8.C.1-3, 9.1.8.F.2&3, 9.2.8.D.5
21st Century Life and Careers 9.1.8.B.1, 9.1.8.C.1-3, 9.1.8.F.2&3, 9.2.8.D.5
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Assessments Benchmark/Common Teacher Made Assessments Project Based Units
Resources
Interdisciplinary Connections
Primary Sources
Create a native American Tribe Research Project: Aztec, Inca, Maya Constructed response questions Open-ended questions Quizzes Unit Tests Graphic Organizers Directed Reading Note Taking Primary/Secondary Sources Presentations Project Picture Prompts Phschool.com Language Arts Technology Newspaper Articles Paintings Voices of Freedom
Advertisements: Colonial America “Come to the New World” Constructed response questions Open-ended questions Quizzes Unit Tests Graphic Organizers Directed Reading Note Taking Primary/Secondary Sources Presentations Project Picture Prompts Phschool.com Language Arts Technology Science: Columbian Exchange Columbus Journal Bartolomé de Las Casas: Tears of the Indians Mayflower Compact Voices of Freedom
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Simulation: Puritan Witchcraft Trials Constructed response questions Open-ended questions Quizzes Unit Tests Graphic Organizers Directed Reading Note Taking Primary/Secondary Sources Presentations Project Picture Prompts Phschool.com Language Arts Technology Economics: Slave Trade Cotton Mather: Memorable Provinces Slave Auction Poster Benjamin Franklin: Poor Richard’s Almanac Voices of Freedom
Unit 4 - January Essential Questions Content Skills
NJ CCCS/CPI’s and Common Core Standards
Assessments Benchmark/Common Teacher Made Assessments Project Based Units
Resources
Interdisciplinary Connections
How can abuse of power be avoided? What is Revolution? Why do Revolutions occur? Crises in the Colonies Students will understand the economic, political, and social causes of the American Revolution.
Unit 5 - February What is worth fighting for? How does revolution change lives?
Social Studies Revolution and the New Nation History, Culture and Perspectives 6.1.8.D.3.a
The American Revolution Students will understand how the colonists were able to unite against British power to win a military and political victory Students will understand the social, political, and economic consequences of the war Social Studies Revolution and the New Nation History, Culture and Perspectives 6.1.8.D.3.b-f
Language Arts Literacy 7KID1-3, 7PDW4-6, 7CS4-6, 7RBPK7-9, 7IKI7-9, 7CC1-3, 7RRLTC-10, 7PKI4-6, 7TTP1-3
Language Arts Literacy 7KID1-3, 7PDW4-6, 7CS4-6, 7RBPK7-9, 7IKI7-9, 7CC1-3, 7RRLTC-10, 7PKI4-6, 7TTP1-3
Technology 8.1.8.D.3, 8.1.8.E.1, 8.1.8.A.3, 8.2.8.C.2
Technology 8.1.8.D.3, 8.1.8.E.1, 8.1.8.A.3, 8.2.8.C.2
21st Century Life and Careers 9.1.8.B.1, 9.1.8.C.1-3, 9.1.8.F.2&3, 9.2.8.D.5 Document Based Essay: Causes of the American Revolution Constructed response questions Open-ended questions Quizzes Unit Tests
21st Century Life and Careers 9.1.8.B.1, 9.1.8.C.1-3, 9.1.8.F.2&3, 9.2.8.D.5 Newspaper: American Revolution DBE: American Revolution Constructed response questions Open-ended questions Quizzes Unit Tests Graphic Organizers Directed Reading Note Taking Primary/Secondary Sources Presentations Project Picture Prompts Phschool.com Language Arts Technology
Graphic Organizers Directed Reading Note Taking Primary/Secondary Sources Presentations Project Picture Prompts Phschool.com Language Arts Technology Economics: Tariffs and Trade
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Primary Sources
Revere Engraving: Boston Massacre Thomas Paine: Common Sense Political Cartoons Patrick Henry Speech: “Give me liberty or give me death!” Voices of Freedom
Declaration of Independence Joseph Plumb Martin Diary Newspaper Articles Voices of Freedom
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Unit 6 - March Essential Questions
Is government necessary? Should majority always rule?
Content
Creating a Republic
Skills
NJ CCCS/CPI’s and Common Core Standards
Unit 7 - April How is a democracy different from other governments? What is the role of citizens in a democracy? What is civic virtue? Government, Citizenship, and the Constitution
Students will understand the formal structure of the U.S. government as expressed in the Articles of Confederation and the weaknesses therein Students will understand the key arguments and the compromises resulting from them during the Constitutional Convention Students will understand the powers granted to the national and state governments by the U.S. Constitution, to individuals in the Bill of Rights and the idea that the Constitution can be amended Social Studies Revolution and the New Nation Civics, Government, and Human Rights 6.1.8.A.3.c, d
Students will understand the six goals of the Constitution as listed in the Preamble Students will understand the seven principles upon which the Constitution is based Students will understand how the seven Articles of the Constitution act as the framework of our government
Language Arts Literacy 7KID1-3, 7PDW4-6, 7CS4-6, 7RBPK7-9, 7IKI7-9, 7CC1-3, 7RRLTC-10, 7PKI4-6, 7TTP1-3
Language Arts Literacy 7KID1-3, 7PDW4-6, 7CS4-6, 7RBPK7-9, 7IKI7-9, 7CC1-3, 7RRLTC-10, 7PKI4-6, 7TTP1-3
Technology 8.1.8.D.3, 8.1.8.E.1, 8.1.8.A.3, 8.2.8.C.2
Technology 8.1.8.D.3, 8.1.8.E.1, 8.1.8.A.3, 8.2.8.C.2
21st Century Life and Careers 9.1.8.B.1, 9.1.8.C.1-3, 9.1.8.F.2&3, 9.2.8.D.5 Document Based Essay: Articles v. Constitution Constructed response questions Open-ended questions Quizzes Unit Tests Graphic Organizers Directed Reading Note Taking, Primary/Secondary Sources Presentations Projects Picture Prompts phschool.com
Social Studies Revolution and the New Nation Civics, Government, and Human Rights 6.1.8.A.3.a-g
21st Century Life and Careers 9.1.8.B.1, 9.1.8.C.1-3, 9.1.8.F.2&3, 9.2.8.D.5 Student’s Bill of Rights Assessments Constructed response questions Benchmark/Common Open-ended questions Teacher Made Assessments Quizzes Project Based Units Unit Tests Graphic Organizers Directed Reading Note Taking Resources Primary/Secondary Sources Presentations Project Picture Prompts Phschool.com O:\Curriculum Maps\Middle School\Social Studies\Grade 7 American History I Curriculum Map.doc
Interdisciplinary Connections
Primary Sources
Language Arts Technology Economics: Financing the Revolution Articles of Confederation Federalist Papers U.S. Constitution Bill of Rights Voices of Freedom
Language Arts Technology U.S. Constitution Bill of Rights Amendments 11-27
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Unit 8 –May / June Essential Questions Content Skills
NJ CCCS/CPI’s and Common Core Standards
How do political parties provide our citizenry with choice? How does the Constitution guarantee our citizens with inalienable rights? How is power gained, used, and justified? How can power change hands? Launching the New Government Students will understand how precedents set by George Washington helped established the new government Students will understand how and why political parties emerged and their affect on future elections Students will understand how our Constitution guarantees the peaceful transfer of power from one administration to another Social Studies Revolution and the New Nation History, Culture, and Perspectives Civics, Government, and Human Rights 6.1.8.A.3.e-f 6.1.8.D.3.g Language Arts Literacy 7KID1-3, 7PDW4-6, 7CS4-6, 7RBPK7-9, 7IKI7-9, 7CC1-3, 7RRLTC-10, 7PKI4-6, 7TTP1-3 Technology 8.1.8.D.3, 8.1.8.E.1, 8.1.8.A.3, 8.2.8.C.2
21st Century Life and Careers 9.1.8.B.1, 9.1.8.C.1-3, 9.1.8.F.2&3, 9.2.8.D.5 Newspaper: Federalist v. Democratic Republicans Assessments Benchmark/Common Constructed response questions Teacher Made Open-ended questions Assessments Quizzes Project Based Units Unit Tests Graphic Organizers Directed Reading Note Taking Resources Primary/Secondary Sources Presentations Project Picture Prompts Phschool.com Interdisciplinary Language Arts Connections Technology O:\Curriculum Maps\Middle School\Social Studies\Grade 7 American History I Curriculum Map.doc
Primary Sources
Washington’s Farewell Address Alien and Sedition Acts Jefferson’s Inaugural Speech (1801) Voices of Freedom
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