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Social Studies Curriculum Map 6.5
Subject: 10th Grade World History Unit: Cold War to Today
Six Weeks: Sixth Time Frame: ____________
Learning Summary: The Emerging 20th Century
(World War I and II, Great Depression, Cold War)
By the start of the 20th century, political reforms were taking place in a number of industrial nations. In
1914, a chain of events led European nations into World War I. Two great shifting alliances faced off in the
bloodiest conflict the world had yet to see. In this global war, new technologies were introduced that
revolutionized modern warfare. The despair caused by this war led to the Bolshevik Revolution in Russia
and the Great Depression across the globe. Totalitarian regimes in several countries rose from these hard
economic times and adopted aggressive military policies that eventually led to World War II. Two competing
alliances, the Axis and the Allies, faced off in Europe, Africa, and the Pacific which ushered in the Nuclear
Age. Following this war, growing tensions between the world’s two foremost nuclear powers, the United
State and the Soviet Union, gave rise to the Cold War. The two superpowers battled for world supremacy and
demanded that other nations take sides, thus dividing the world into opposing camps.
Students will examine the changing map of Europe both before and after the World Wars, as well as assemble
a chronology of events that lead to past and current global conflict.
TEKS:
I can describe how the Cold War developed after World War II (WH1F, WH13A)
I can describe how new independence movements and globalization developed after World War II. (WH1F,
WH17C)
I can describe how Mother Teresa, Indira Gandhi, Margaret Thatcher, and Golda Meir have influenced
today’s world. (WH24B)
I can summarize the factors that contributed to communism in China, including Mao Zedong’s role in its rise
and how it was different from Soviet communism. (WH13B)
I can identify the major events of the Cold War, including the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and the arms
race. (WH13C)
I can explain the roles of Ronald Reagan, Mikhail Gorbachev, Lech Walesa, and Pope John Paul II in the
collapse of communism in Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union. (WH13D)
I can summarize the rise of independence movements in Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia and why
there are ongoing conflicts. (WH13E)
I can explain how Arab rejection of the state of Israel has led to an ongoing conflict. (WH13F)
I can summarize the development and impact of radical Islamic fundamentalism on events in the second half
of the 20th century, including Palestinian terrorism and the growth of al Qaeda. (WH14A, WH23B, WH25D)
I can describe the politically motivated mass murders in Cambodia, China, Latin America, the Soviet Union,
and Armenia. (WH22C)
I can identify examples of genocide, including genocide in the Balkans, Rwanda, and Darfur. (WH22D)
I can identify individuals who led resistance to political oppression such as Nelson Mandela, Mohandas
Gandhi, Oscar Romero, Natan Sharansky, Las Madres de la Plaza de Mayo, and Chinese student protestors in
Tiananmen Square. (WH22E)
I know how American ideals have advanced human rights and democratic ideas throughout the world.
(WH22F)
I know how the U.S. has responded to terrorism since September 11th, 2001. (WH14B)
I can explain the effects of new military technologies on the Cold War. (WH28C)
I can explain how new technology and medical advancements has helped in the development of the modern
global economy and society. (WH28D)
I know why communist command economies collapsed at the end of the 20th century and how economic
freedom has improved human condition. (WH18E, WH18F)
Enduring Understanding(s) for this unit:
New technologies during WWII usher in a new age of tension throughout the world. Conflicting aims of the
United States and the Soviet Union led to global Cold War until the end of the 20th Century.
New organizations are created to reduce global tensions; new nations emerge as Cold War combatants expand
their spheres of influence.
Essential Questions:
Is World War II likely to be the last world war?
Critical Vocabulary: Limit to 5-10 words that are most essential
Instructional Notes/ Possible Misconceptions: Include notes here that would be helpful for a new teacher
about this unit in general.
Model Lesson (Below):
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Instructional Strategies/Infusion of 21st Century Skills:
 Maps related to subject matter
 Primary source readings using SOAPS or APPARTS
 Visual Discovery: Modern World History Alive – The Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union 3.1 “The
Roots of the Cold War”
 Social Studies Skills: Modern World History Alive – The Rise and Fall of the Soviet Union 3.2
“Exploring Events of the Cold War in Europe”
 Visual Discovery: Modern World History Alive – Modern Latin America 2.2 “The History of
Modern Mexico Through Murals”
 Visual Discovery: Modern World History Alive – Communist China and Modern Japan 1.4
“Communist Rule in Modern China”
 Visual Discovery: Modern World History Alive – Communist China and Modern Japan 2.2
“The Rise of Modern Japan”
 Experiential Exercise: Modern World History Alive – Modern Africa 3.1 “Understanding the
System of Apartheid”
 Word wall for terms in 6.5
 Create a chart on the major independence movements with a map labeled for each
 Label a map with the areas of mass murders and genocide – explain each on the back
 Timeline on the major events of the Cold War with facts about each
 Using the internet, research the individuals in 6.5, divide among students and each group wil
give a speech from that individual stating their beliefs
 Thinking map on the fall of the Soviet Union
 Timeline on terrorism during the Cold War and to the present day
 Write an essay on how human rights and modern medicine and technology have improved life
Additional Resources:
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Assessment: Create a 7-15 question assessment that is TAKS formatted covering the TEKS for this unit..
Also attach a key and indicate the SEs and TAKS objective tested.