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th 9 Grade World Geography- Pilot 2007-2008 World Geography (Grade 9) TEKS/LINKS Student Objectives 1st Six Weeks (The student will…) World Geography Foundational Themes The following themes are taught for foundational concepts & will be applied to specific regions throughout the year. No. of Days 6 weeks 5 Geographic Themes GL- identify and explain the five themes of geography. G8A- explain the interrelationships among physical and human processes that shape the geographic characteristics of places such as connections among economic development, urbanization, population growth, and environmental change. (foundational knowledge) G9A identify physical or human factors that constitute a region such as soils, climate, vegetation, language, trade network, river systems, and religion. 1-2 days 1-2 days G9B- identify the differences among formal, functional, and perceptual regions. Mapping G21C- construct and interpret maps to answer geographic questions, infer geographic relationships, and analyze geographic change. 1-2 days G21E- use a series of maps, including a computer-based geographic information system, to obtain and analyze data needed to solve geographic and locational problems. G22A- design and draw appropriate maps and other graphics such as sketch maps to present geographic information including geographic features, geographic distributions, and geographic relationships. Landforms/Resources G3B- describe physical environment of regions and the physical processes that affect these regions such as tectonic forces, wave action, and soil-building processes. 1-2 days G12B- analyze how the creation and distribution of resources affect the location and patterns of movement of products, capital, and people. (terminology) 1-2 days Weather and Climate G3A- attribute occurrences of weather phenomena and climate to annual changes in Earth-Sun relationships. 1-2 days G3B- describe physical environment of regions and the physical processes that affect these regions such as weather, freezing and thawing, and gravity. G8C- describe the impact of and analyze the reaction of the environment to abnormal and/or hazardous environmental conditions at different scales such as El Niño, floods, droughts, and hurricanes. G4A- explain the distribution of different types of climate in terms of patterns of temperature, wind, and precipitation and the factors that influence climate regions such as elevation, latitude, location near warm and cold ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers. G4C- explain the distribution of plants and animals in different regions of the world using the relationships among climate, vegetation, soil, and geology. Bolded- TAKS Objective 1-2 days th 9 Grade World Geography- Pilot 2007-2008 Human Geography Human Systems G1A- analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on events in the past and describe their effects on present conditions, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns in the past and shaped the distribution of culture groups today. 3-4 days G2A- describe the human and physical characteristics of the same place at different periods of history. Population G6A- locate settlements and observe patterns in the size and distribution of cities using maps, graphics, and other information. 3-4 days G6B- explain the processes that have caused cities to grow such as location along transportation routes, availability of resources that have attracted settlers and economic activities, and continued access to other cities and resources. G7A- construct and analyze population pyramids and use other data, graphics, and maps to describe the population characteristics of different societies and to predict future growth trends. 2-3 days G7B- explain the political, economic, social, and environmental factors that contribute to human migration such as how national and international migrations are shaped by push-and-pull factors and how physical geography affects the routes, flows, and destinations of migration. 3-4 days G7C- describe trends in the past world population growth and distribution. 2-3 days G7D- develop and defend hypotheses on likely population patterns for the future. Culture G18D- evaluate case studies of the spread of cultural traits to find examples of cultural convergence and divergence. 2-3 days G17A- describe and compare patterns of culture such as language, religion, land use, systems of education, and customs that make specific regions of the world distinctive. 2nd Six Weeks (The student will…) World Geography Foundational Themes, continued The following themes are taught for foundational concepts & will be applied to specific regions throughout the year. No. of Days 3 weeks Government/Economics Government G13A- prepare maps that illustrate a variety of political entities such as city maps showing precincts, country maps showing states, or continental maps showing countries. G14A analyze current events to infer the physical and human processes that lead to the formation of boundaries and other political divisions. Bolded- TAKS Objective 2-3 days th 9 Grade World Geography- Pilot 2007-2008 Economics G10A- describe the characteristics of traditional, command, and market economies. G10C- compare the ways people satisfy their basic needs through the production of goods and services. 2-3 days G11A- map the locations of different types of economic activities. G11B- identify factors affecting the location of different types of economic activities. Technology/Science Industrial Development G19A- evaluate the significance of major technological innovations, including fire, steam power, diesel machinery, and electricity that have been used to modify the physical environment. 2-3 days G20A- describe the impact of new technologies, new markets, and revised perceptions of resources. Agricultural Development G20B- analyze the role of technology in agriculture and other primary economic activities and identify the environmental consequences of the changes that have taken place. 2-3 days *** The remainder of the year is dedicated to the different regions of the world. On the following pages are listed the regions in order of study. The 2nd six weeks will pick up with United States/Canada/Mexico. *** Bolded- TAKS Objective th 9 Grade World Geography- Pilot 2007-2008 The following on-going TEKS are taught in each region listed for the remainder of the year. • United States/Canada/Mexico • Central/South America/Caribbean • Europe • Southwest Asia/North Africa • Africa South of the Sahara • South Asia • Southeast Asia/East Asia • Russia/Central Asia • Australia/Pacific Islands History of a Region G1A- analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on events in the past and describe their effects on present conditions, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns in the past and shaped the distribution of culture groups today. G1B- trace the spatial diffusion of a phenomenon & describe its effects on regions of contact such as the spread of bubonic plague, the diffusion & exchange of foods between the New & Old Worlds, or the diffusion of American slang. G2A- describe the human and physical characteristics of the same place at different periods of history. G2B- assess how people's changing perceptions of geographic features have led to changes in human societies. Geography of a Region G4A- explain the distribution of different types of climate in terms of patterns of temperature, wind, and precipitation and the factors that influence climate regions such as elevation, latitude, location near warm and cold ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers. G4B- relate the physical processes to the development of distinctive land forms. G4C- explain the distribution of plants and animals in different regions of the world using the relationships among climate, vegetation, soil, and geology. G5B- analyze political, economic, social, and demographic data to determine the level of development and standard of living in nations. G6A- locate settlements and observe patterns in the size and distribution of cities using maps, graphics, and other information. G6B- explain the processes that have caused cities to grow such as location along transportation routes, availability of resources that have attracted settlers and economic activities, and continued access to other cities and resources. Economics of a Region G12B- analyze how the creation and distribution of resources affect the location and patterns of movement of products, capital, and people. G12C- evaluate the geographic and economic impact of policies related to the use of resources such as regulations for water use or policies related to the development of scarce natural resources. Government/Citizenship of a Region G13A- prepare maps that illustrate a variety of political entities such as city maps showing precincts, country maps showing states, or continental maps showing countries. Culture of a Region G16C- compare life in a variety of cities and nations in the world to evaluate the relationships involved in political, economic, social, and environmental changes. G17A- describe and compare patterns of culture such as language, religion, land use, systems of education, and customs that make specific regions of the world distinctive. G18B- analyze cultural changes in specific regions. Science and Technology of a Region G19A- evaluate the significance of major technological innovations, including fire, steam power, diesel machinery, and electricity that have been used to modify the physical environment. Bolded- TAKS Objective th 9 Grade World Geography- Pilot 2007-2008 G20A- describe the impact of new technologies, new markets, and revised perceptions of resources. 2nd Six Weeks (The student will…) No. of Days United States, Canada, Mexico 3 weeks rd (Will continue into the 3 six weeks.) History G1A- analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on events in the past and describe their effects on present conditions, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns in the past and shaped the distribution of culture groups today. 1-2 days G1B- trace the spatial diffusion of a phenomenon and describe its effects on regions of contact such as the spread of bubonic plague, the diffusion and exchange of foods between the New and Old Worlds, or the diffusion of American slang. 1-2 days G2A- describe the human and physical characteristics of the same place at different periods of history. G2B- assess how people's changing perceptions of geographic features have led to changes in human societies. 1-2 days Science & Technology G19A- evaluate the significance of major technological innovations, including fire, steam power, diesel machinery, and electricity that have been used to modify the physical environment. 2-3 days G19B- analyze ways technological innovations have allowed humans to adapt to places shaped by physical processes such as floods, earthquakes, and hurricanes. G20A- describe the impact of new technologies, new markets, and revised perceptions of resources. Culture G16A- describe distinctive cultural patterns and landscapes associated with different places in Texas, the United States, and other regions of the world, and how these patterns influenced the processes of innovation and diffusion. G16B- give examples of ways various groups of people view cultures, places, and regions differently. G18A- describe the impact of general processes such as migration, war, trade, independent inventions, and diffusion of ideas and motivations on cultural change. G16C- compare life in a variety of cities and nations in the world to evaluate the relationships involved in political, economic, social, and environmental changes. 1-2 days 1-2 days G17A- describe and compare patterns of culture such as language, religion, land use, systems of education, and customs that make U.S., Canada, and Mexico distinctive. G18B- analyze cultural changes in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Government/Citizenship G13B- compare maps of voting patterns or political boundaries to make inferences about the distribution of political power. 1-2 days G14B- explain how forces of conflict and cooperation influence the allocation of control of Earth’s surface such as the formation of congressional voting districts or free trade zones. G15A- identify and give examples of different points of view that influence the development of public policies and decision-making processes on local, state, national, and international levels. G15B- explain how citizenship practices, public policies, and decision making may be influenced by cultural beliefs. Bolded- TAKS Objective 1-2 days th 9 Grade World Geography- Pilot 2007-2008 3rd Six Weeks (The student will…) United States, Canada, Mexico (Continued) No. of Days 2 weeks Economics G10B- explain how a market economy operates in the United States. G10C- compare the ways people satisfy their basic needs through the production of goods and services such as subsistence agriculture versus market-oriented agriculture or cottage industries versus commercial industries. G11C- describe how changes in technology, transportation, and communication affect the location and patterns of economic activities. G12B- analyze how the creation and distribution of resources affect the location and patterns of movement of products, capital, and people. G12C- evaluate the geographic and economic impact of policies related to the use of resources such as regulations for water use or policies related to the development of scarce natural resources. 1-2 days 1-2 days Geography G7B- explain the political, economic, social, and environmental factors that contribute to human migration such as how national and international migrations are shaped by push-and-pull factors and how physical geography affects the routes, flows, and destinations of migration. 1-2 days G8C- describe the impact of and analyze the reaction of the environment to abnormal and/or hazardous environmental conditions at different scales such as El Niño, floods, droughts, and hurricanes. G4A- explain the distribution of different types of climate in terms of patterns of temperature, wind, and precipitation and the factors that influence climate regions such as elevation, latitude, location near warm and cold ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers. G4B- relate the physical processes to the development of distinctive land forms. G4C- explain the distribution of plants and animals in different regions of the world using the relationships among climate, vegetation, soil, and geology. G5A- analyze how the character of a place is related to its political, economic, social, and cultural characteristics. 1-2 days G5B- analyze political, economic, social, and demographic data to determine the level of development and standard of living in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. G6A- locate settlements and observe patterns in the size and distribution of cities using maps, graphics, and other information. G6B- explain the processes that have caused cities to grow such as location along transportation routes, availability of resources that have attracted settlers and economic activities, and continued access to other cities and resources. Central/South America/Caribbean 3 weeks History G1A- analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on events in the past and describe their effects on present conditions, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns in the past and shaped the distribution of culture groups today. G2B- assess how people's changing perceptions of geographic features have led to changes in human societies. Bolded- TAKS Objective 1-2 days th 9 Grade World Geography- Pilot 2007-2008 G1B- trace the spatial diffusion of a phenomenon and describe its effects on regions of contact such as the spread of bubonic plague, the diffusion & exchange of foods between the New & Old Worlds, or the diffusion of American slang. 1-2 days G2A- describe the human and physical characteristics of the same place at different periods of history. G13A- prepare maps that illustrate a variety of political entities such as city maps showing precincts, country maps showing states, or continental maps showing countries. Geography G8B- compare ways that humans depend on, adapt to, and modify the physical environment using local, state, national, and international human activities in a variety of cultural and technological contexts. 1-2 days G8C- describe the impact of and analyze the reaction of the environment to abnormal and/or hazardous environmental conditions at different scales such as El Niño, floods, droughts, and hurricanes. G4A- explain the distribution of different types of climate in terms of patterns of temperature, wind, and precipitation and the factors that influence climate regions such as elevation, latitude, location near warm and cold ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers. G4B- relate the physical processes to the development of distinctive land forms. G4C- explain the distribution of plants and animals in different regions of the world using the relationships among climate, vegetation, soil, and geology. G5B- analyze political, economic, social, and demographic data to determine the level of development and standard of living in Central America, South America, and Caribbean. G5A- analyze how the character of a place is related to its political, economic, social, and cultural characteristics. 1-2 days G6A- locate settlements and observe patterns in the size and distribution of cities using maps, graphics, and other information. G6B- explain the processes that have caused cities to grow such as location along transportation routes, availability of resources that have attracted settlers and economic activities, and continued access to other cities and resources. Economics G10B- explain how traditional, command, and market economies operates in Central and South America. G10C- compare the ways people satisfy their basic needs through the production of goods and services such as subsistence agriculture versus market-oriented agriculture or cottage industries versus commercial industries 1-2 days G12A- compare global trade patterns at different periods of time and develop hypotheses to explain changes that have occurred in world trade and the implications of these changes. G12B- analyze how the creation and distribution of resources affect the location and patterns of movement of products, capital, and people. Culture G18C- analyze examples of cultures that maintain traditional ways. G16C- compare life in a variety of cities and nations in the world to evaluate the relationships involved in political, economic, social, and environmental changes. 1-2 days G17A- describe and compare patterns of culture such as language, religion, land use, systems of education, and customs that make Central America, South America, and Caribbean distinctive. G18B- analyze cultural changes in Central America, South America, and Caribbean. Science/Technology G19A- evaluate the significance of major technological innovations, including fire, steam power, diesel machinery, and electricity that have been used to modify the physical environment. Bolded- TAKS Objective 1-2 days th 9 Grade World Geography- Pilot 2007-2008 G20A- describe the impact of new technologies, new markets, and revised perceptions of resources. G20B- analyze the role of technology in agriculture and other primary economic activities and identify the environmental consequences of the changes that have taken place. 4th Six Weeks (The student will…) No. of days Europe 3 weeks History G1A- analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on events in the past and describe their effects on present conditions, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns in the past and shaped the distribution of culture groups today. 1-2 days G2B- assess how people’s changing perceptions of geographic features have led to changes in human societies. G1B- trace the spatial diffusion of a phenomenon and describe its effects on regions of contact such as the spread of bubonic plague, the diffusion and exchange of foods between the New and Old Worlds, or the diffusion of American slang. 1-2 days G2A- describe the human and physical characteristics of the same place at different periods of history. Government/Citizenship G13A- prepare maps that illustrate a variety of political entities such as city maps showing precincts, country maps showing states, or continental maps showing countries. 1-2 days G14A- analyze current events to infer the physical and human processes that lead to the formation of boundaries and other political divisions. G14C- explain the geographic factors that influence a nation’s power to control territory and that shape the foreign policies and international political relations of selected nations such as the United Kingdom. Economics G12B- analyze how the creation and distribution of resources affect the location and patterns of movement of products, capital, and people. G12C- evaluate the geographic and economic impact of policies related to the use of resources such as regulations for water use or policies related to the development of scarce natural resources. 1-2 days Geography G4A- explain the distribution of different types of climate in terms of patterns of temperature, wind, and precipitation and the factors that influence climate regions such as elevation, latitude, location near warm and cold ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers. 1-2 days G4B- relate the physical processes to the development of distinctive land forms. G4C- explain the distribution of plants and animals in different regions of the world using the relationships among climate, vegetation, soil, and geology. G5A- analyze how the character of a place is related to its political, economic, social, and cultural characteristics. G5B- analyze political, economic, social, and demographic data to determine the level of development and standard of living in Europe. G6A- locate settlements and observe patterns in the size and distribution of cities using maps, graphics, and other information. Bolded- TAKS Objective 1-2 days th 9 Grade World Geography- Pilot 2007-2008 G6B- explain the processes that have caused cities to grow such as location along transportation routes, availability of resources that have attracted settlers and economic activities, and continued access to other cities and resources. Culture G16C- compare life in a variety of cities and nations in the world to evaluate the relationships involved in political, economic, social, and environmental changes. G17A- describe and compare patterns of culture such as language, religion, land use, systems of education, and customs that make Europe distinctive 1-2 days Science/Technology G19A- evaluate the significance of major technological innovations, including fire, steam power, diesel machinery, and electricity that have been used to modify the physical environment. 1-2 days G20A- describe the impact of new technologies, new markets, and revised perceptions of resources. G20B- analyze the role of technology in agriculture and other primary economic activities and identify the environmental consequences of the changes that have taken place. Southwest Asia/North Africa History G1A- analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on events in the past and describe their effects on present conditions, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns in the past and shaped the distribution of culture groups today. 3 weeks 1-2 days G2B- assess how people’s changing perceptions of geographic features have led to changes in human societies. G1B- trace the spatial diffusion of a phenomenon & describe its effects on regions of contact such as the spread of bubonic plague, the diffusion & exchange of foods between the New & Old Worlds, or the diffusion of American slang. 1-2 days G2A- describe the human and physical characteristics of the same place at different periods of history. Government/Citizenship G13A- prepare maps that illustrate a variety of political entities such as city maps showing precincts, country maps showing states, or continental maps showing countries. 1-2 days G14A- analyze current events to infer the physical and human processes that lead to the formation of boundaries and other political divisions. G14C- explain the geographic factors that influence a nation's power to control territory and that shape the foreign policies and international political relations of selected nations such as Iraq and Israel. G15B- explain how citizenship practices, public policies, and decision making may be influenced by cultural beliefs. Economics G12B- analyze how the creation and distribution of resources affect the location and patterns of movement of products, capital, and people. 1-2 days G12C- evaluate the geographic and economic impact of policies related to the use of resources such as regulations for water use or policies related to the development of scarce natural resources. Geography G4A- explain the distribution of different types of climate in terms of patterns of temperature, wind, and precipitation and the factors that influence climate regions such as elevation, latitude, location near warm and cold ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers. G4B- relate the physical processes to the development of distinctive land forms. Bolded- TAKS Objective 1-2 days th 9 Grade World Geography- Pilot 2007-2008 G4C- explain the distribution of plants and animals in different regions of the world using the relationships among climate, vegetation, soil, and geology. G5B- analyze political, economic, social, and demographic data to determine the level of development and standard of living in Southwest Asia and North Africa. 1-2 days G6A- locate settlements and observe patterns in the size and distribution of cities using maps, graphics, and other information. G6B- explain the processes that have caused cities to grow such as location along transportation routes, availability of resources that have attracted settlers and economic activities, and continued access to other cities and resources. G8C- describe the impact of and analyze the reaction of the environment to abnormal and/or hazardous environmental conditions at different scales such as droughts. Culture G16C- compare life in a variety of cities and nations in the world to evaluate the relationships involved in political, economic, social, and environmental changes. 1-2 days G17A- describe and compare patterns of culture such as language, religion, land use, systems of education, and customs that make Southwest Asia and North Africa distinctive. G17B- compare economic opportunities in different cultures for women and religious minorities in Southwest Asia and North Africa. G18A- describe the impact of general processes such as migration, war, trade, independent inventions, and diffusion of ideas and motivations on cultural change. G18B- analyze cultural changes in specific regions. Science/Technology G19A- evaluate the significance of major technological innovations, including fire, steam power, diesel machinery, and electricity that have been used to modify the physical environment. 1 day G20B- analyze the role of technology in agriculture and other primary economic activities and identify the environmental consequences of the changes that have taken place. 5th Six Weeks (The student will…) No. of days Africa South of the Sahara 3 weeks History G1A- analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on events in the past and describe their effects on present conditions, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns in the past and shaped the distribution of culture groups today. 2-3 days G1B- trace the spatial diffusion of a phenomenon & describe its effects on regions of contact such as the spread of bubonic plague, the diffusion & exchange of foods between the New & Old Worlds, or the diffusion of American slang. Government/Citizenship G15B- explain how citizenship practices, public policies, and decision making may be influenced by cultural beliefs. Bolded- TAKS Objective 1-2 days th 9 Grade World Geography- Pilot 2007-2008 Economics G10B- explain how traditional, command, and market economies operate in Sub Sahara Africa. G10C- compare the ways people satisfy their basic needs through the production of goods and services such as subsistence agriculture versus market-oriented agriculture or cottage industries versus commercial industries. 1-2 days G12B- analyze how the creation and distribution of resources affect the location and patterns of movement of products, capital, and people. G12C- evaluate the geographic and economic impact of policies related to the use of resources such as regulations for water use or policies related to the development of scarce natural resources. Geography G4A- explain the distribution of different types of climate in terms of patterns of temperature, wind, and precipitation and the factors that influence climate regions such as elevation, latitude, location near warm and cold ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers. 2-3 days G4C- explain the distribution of plants and animals in different regions of the world using the relationships among climate, vegetation, soil, and geology. G5B- analyze political, economic, social, and demographic data to determine the level of development and standard of living in Africa South of the Sahara. G6A- locate settlements & observe patterns in the size & distribution of cities using maps, graphics, & other information. G6B- explain the processes that have caused cities to grow such as location along transportation routes, availability of resources that have attracted settlers and economic activities, and continued access to other cities and resources. G8B- compare ways that humans depend on, adapt to, and modify the physical environment using local, state, national, and international human activities in a variety of cultural and technological contexts. G8C- describe the impact of and analyze the reaction of the environment to abnormal and/or hazardous environmental conditions at different scales such as droughts. Culture G16C- compare life in a variety of cities and nations in the world to evaluate the relationships involved in political, economic, social, and environmental changes. 2-3 days G17A- describe and compare patterns of culture such as language, religion, land use, systems of education, and customs that make Africa South of the Sahara distinctive. G17B- compare economic opportunities in different cultures for women and religious minorities in Africa South of the Sahara. G18B- analyze cultural changes in specific regions. G18C- analyze examples of cultures that maintain traditional ways. South Asia 3 weeks History G1A- analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on events in the past and describe their effects on present conditions, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns in the past and shaped the distribution of culture groups today. G1B- trace the spatial diffusion of a phenomenon & describe its effects on regions of contact such as the spread of bubonic plague, the diffusion & exchange of foods between the New & Old Worlds, or the diffusion of American slang. Bolded- TAKS Objective 2-3 days th 9 Grade World Geography- Pilot 2007-2008 Government/Citizenship G13A- prepare maps that illustrate a variety of political entities such as city maps showing precincts, country maps showing states, or continental maps showing countries. 1-2 days G15B- explain how citizenship practices, public policies, and decision making may be influenced by cultural beliefs. Economics G12B- analyze how the creation and distribution of resources affect the location and patterns of movement of products, capital, and people. 1-2 days G12C- evaluate the geographic and economic impact of policies related to the use of resources such as regulations for water use or policies related to the development of scarce natural resources. Geography G4A- explain the distribution of different types of climate in terms of patterns of temperature, wind, and precipitation and the factors that influence climate regions such as elevation, latitude, location near warm and cold ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers. 1-2 days G4C- explain the distribution of plants and animals in different regions of the world using the relationships among climate, vegetation, soil, and geology. G5A- analyze how the character of a place is related to its political, economic, social, and cultural characteristics. G5B- analyze political, economic, social, and demographic data to determine the level of development and standard of living in nations. G6A- locate settlements and observe patterns in the size and distribution of cities using maps, graphics, and other information. 1-2 days G6B- explain the processes that have caused cities to grow such as location along transportation routes, availability of resources that have attracted settlers and economic activities, and continued access to other cities and resources. G8C- describe the impact of and analyze the reaction of the environment to abnormal and/or hazardous environmental conditions at different scales such as floods, droughts, and hurricanes. Culture G16C- compare life in a variety of cities and nations in the world to evaluate the relationships involved in political, economic, social, and environmental changes. 1-2 days G17A- describe and compare patterns of culture such as language, religion, land use, systems of education, and customs that make South Asia distinctive. G18B- analyze cultural changes in South Asia. Science/Technology G19B- analyze ways technological innovations have allowed humans to adapt to places shaped by physical processes such as floods, earthquakes, and hurricanes. 6th Six Weeks (The student will…) Southeast Asia/East Asia No. of days 3 weeks History G1A- analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on events in the past and describe their effects on present conditions, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns in the past and shaped the distribution of culture groups today. G1B- trace the spatial diffusion of a phenomenon & describe its effects on regions of contact such as the spread of bubonic plague, the diffusion & exchange of foods between the New & Old Worlds, or the diffusion Bolded- TAKS Objective 2-3 days th 9 Grade World Geography- Pilot 2007-2008 of American slang. Government/Citizenship G13A- prepare maps that illustrate a variety of political entities such as city maps showing precincts, country maps showing states, or continental maps showing countries. 1-2 days G14C- explain the geographic factors that influence a nation's power to control territory and that shape the foreign policies and international political relations of selected nations such as Japan. Economics G10B- explain how traditional, command, and market economies operate in Southeast and East Asia. G10C- compare the ways people satisfy their basic needs through the production of goods & services such as subsistence agriculture vs. market-oriented agriculture or cottage industries vs commercial industries. 1-2 days G12A- compare global trade patterns at different periods of time and develop hypotheses to explain changes that have occurred in world trade and the implications of these changes. G12B- analyze how the creation and distribution of resources affect the location and patterns of movement of products, capital, and people. Geography G4A- explain the distribution of different types of climate in terms of patterns of temperature, wind, and precipitation and the factors that influence climate regions such as elevation, latitude, location near warm and cold ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers. 1-2 days G5A- analyze how the character of a place is related to its political, economic, social, and cultural characteristics. G5B- analyze political, economic, social, and demographic data to determine the level of development and standard of living in nations. G6A- locate settlements and observe patterns in the size and distribution of cities using maps, graphics, and other information. 1-2 days G8B- compare ways that humans depend on, adapt to, and modify the physical environment using local, state, national, and international human activities in a variety of cultural and technological contexts such as the tunnels built by the Vietcong during the Vietnam War. G8C- describe the impact of and analyze the reaction of the environment to abnormal and/or hazardous environmental conditions at different scales such as floods, droughts, and hurricanes. Culture G16C- compare life in a variety of cities and nations in the world to evaluate the relationships involved in political, economic, social, and environmental changes. 1-2 days G17A- describe and compare patterns of culture such as language, religion, land use, systems of education, and customs that make Southeast Asia & East Asia distinctive. G18A- describe the impact of general processes such as migration, war, trade, independent inventions, and diffusion of ideas and motivations on cultural change. Science/Technology G19B- analyze ways technological innovations have allowed humans to adapt to places shaped by physical processes such as floods, earthquakes, and hurricanes. G20A- describe the impact of new technologies, new markets, and revised perceptions of resources. Bolded- TAKS Objective 1-2 days th 9 Grade World Geography- Pilot 2007-2008 Russia/Central Asia 1.5 weeks History G1A- analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on events in the past and describe their effects on present conditions, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns in the past and shaped the distribution of culture groups today. 1-2 days G1B- trace the spatial diffusion of a phenomenon and describe its effects on regions of contact such as the spread of bubonic plague, the diffusion and exchange of foods between the New and Old Worlds, or the diffusion of American slang. Government/Citizenship G13A- prepare maps that illustrate a variety of political entities such as city maps showing precincts, country maps showing states, or continental maps showing countries. G14A- analyze current events to infer the physical and human processes that lead to the formation of boundaries and other political divisions. Science/Technology G19A- evaluate the significance of major technological innovations, including fire, steam power, diesel machinery, and electricity that have been used to modify the physical environment. 1-2 days G20A- describe the impact of new technologies, new markets, and revised perceptions of resources. G20B- analyze the role of technology in agriculture and other primary economic activities and identify the environmental consequences of the changes that have taken place. Geography G4A- explain the distribution of different types of climate in terms of patterns of temperature, wind, and precipitation and the factors that influence climate regions such as elevation, latitude, location near warm and cold ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers. 1-2 days G5B- analyze political, economic, social, and demographic data to determine the level of development and standard of living in Russia and Central Asia. G6A- locate settlements and observe patterns in the size and distribution of cities using maps, graphics, and other information. G6B- explain the processes that have caused cities to grow such as location along transportation routes, availability of resources that have attracted settlers and economic activities, and continued access to other cities and resources. Economics G10C- compare the ways people satisfy their basic needs through the production of goods and services such as subsistence agriculture versus market-oriented agriculture or cottage industries versus commercial industries. 1-2 days G12B- analyze how the creation and distribution of resources affect the location and patterns of movement of products, capital, and people. G12C- evaluate the geographic and economic impact of policies related to the use of resources such as regulations for water use or policies related to the development of scarce natural resources. Culture G16C- compare life in a variety of cities and nations in the world to evaluate the relationships involved in political, economic, social, and environmental changes. G17A- describe and compare patterns of culture such as language, religion, land use, systems of education, and customs that make Russia and Central Asia distinctive. Bolded- TAKS Objective 1-2 days th 9 Grade World Geography- Pilot 2007-2008 Australia/Pacific Islands 1.5 weeks History G1A- analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on events in the past and describe their effects on present conditions, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns in the past and shaped the distribution of culture groups today. 2-3 days G1B- trace the spatial diffusion of a phenomenon & describe its effects on regions of contact such as the spread of bubonic plague, the diffusion & exchange of foods between the New & Old Worlds, or the diffusion of American slang. Geography G4A- explain the distribution of different types of climate in terms of patterns of temperature, wind, and precipitation and the factors that influence climate regions such as elevation, latitude, location near warm and cold ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers. 1-2 days G4C- explain the distribution of plants and animals in Australia/Pacific Islands using the relationships among climate, vegetation, soil, and geology. G5B- analyze political, economic, social, and demographic data to determine the level of development and standard of living in nations. G6A- locate settlements and observe patterns in the size and distribution of cities using maps, graphics, and other information. 1-2 days G6B- explain the processes that have caused cities to grow such as location along transportation routes, availability of resources that have attracted settlers and economic activities, and continued access to other cities and resources. G8B- compare ways that humans depend on, adapt to, and modify the physical environment using local, state, national, and international human activities in a variety of cultural and technological contexts. Economics G12B- analyze how the creation and distribution of resources affect the location and patterns of movement of products, capital, and people. 1-2 days G12C- evaluate the geographic and economic impact of policies related to the use of resources such as regulations for water use or policies related to the development of scarce natural resources. Government/Citizenship G13A- prepare maps that illustrate a variety of political entities such as city maps showing precincts, country maps showing states, or continental maps showing countries. 1-2 days Culture G16C- compare life in a variety of cities and nations in Australia/Pacific Islands to evaluate the relationships involved in political, economic, social, and environmental changes. G17A- describe and compare patterns of culture such as language, religion, land use, systems of education, and customs that make Australia/Pacific Islands distinctive. G18B- analyze cultural changes in Australia/Pacific Islands. Bolded- TAKS Objective 1-2 days