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1 COURSE: US History II GRADE(S): 9th UNIT 1: Progressivism and Imperialism TIMEFRAME: Approximately 1 week PA ACADEMIC STANDARDS: History: 8.1 HISTORICAL ANALYSIS AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT 8.1.U.A. Evaluate patterns of continuity and change over time, applying context of events. 8.1.U.B. Evaluate the interpretation of historical events and sources, considering the use of fact versus opinion, multiple perspectives, and cause and effect relationships. 8.1.U.C. Analyze, synthesize and integrate historical data, creating a product that supports and appropriately illustrates inferences and conclusions drawn from research. (Reference RWSL Standard Research) 8.3 UNITED STATES HISTORY 8.3.U.A. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the United States. 8.3.U.B. Compare the impact of historical documents, artifacts, and places which are critical to the United States. 8.3.U.C. Evaluate how continuity and change have impacted the United States. Belief systems and religions Commerce and industry Technology Politics and government Physical and human geography Social organizations 8.3.U.D. Evaluate how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have influenced the growth and development of the United States. Ethnicity and race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic stability Geography: 7.1 BASIC GEOGRAPHIC LITERACY 7.1.U.A. Use geographic tools to analyze information about the interaction between people, places, and the environment. 7.3 HUMAN CHARACTERISTICS OF PLACES AND REGIONS 7.3.U.A Analyze the human characteristics of places and regions using the follow criteria: Population Culture Settlement Economic activities Political activities Economics: 6.1 SCARCITY AND CHOICE 6.1.U.A. Analyze how choices are made because of scarcity. 6.1.U.B. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the control of limited resources in the United States. 6.1.U.C. Analyze the opportunity cost of decisions made by individuals, businesses, communities, and nations. 12/2010-CS 1

2 6.2 MARKETS AND ECONOMIC SYSTEMS 6.2.U.A. Analyze the flow of goods and services in the national economy. 6.2.U.C. Evaluate the impact of advertising and media on individual and group behavior throughout United States History. 6.2.U.D. Explain how the laws of supply and demand impacted individuals and groups behavior over time. 6.2.U.E. Analyze the impact of the business cycle on individual and group behavior over time. NCSS STANDARDS: UNIT OBJECTIVES: Examine the social origins of Progressivism. Explain the methods of Progressive reform and how these impacted upon an industrial society. List and describe various types of Progressive legislation as proposed by such figures as Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, and how each expanded democracy at the state and local level. Explain why the Election of 1912 was a pivotal campaign for the Progressive Movement. Sequence and analyze the development of American Foreign Policy in Latin America and the Pacific. Place in order the events leading to American expansion in the Pacific and the Caribbean. Evaluate the causes, objectives, characters, and outcome of the Spanish- American War. ACTIVITIES: Teacher Lecture/Discussion. Suggested Videos: Rough Riders, TR-An American Lion, Iron Jawed Angels. Essays. Changes of the Progressive Era Worksheet. Graphs. Reading of Excerpts from: Lincoln Steffens Shame of the Cities, Ida Tarbell s Standard Oil, Upton Sinclair s The Jungle, and Jacob Riis How the Other Half Lives. Reading Activities. Google Earth. Debate. Suffrage Poster. Persuasive Essay: Imperialism vs. Anti-imperialism. Essay on the Causes of the Spanish-American War. Charts. Timelines. Political Cartoons. News Journals. Research Paper. In Class Project. PowerPoint/Photostory. Visual displays. Tests Quizzes Group Activities ASSESSMENTS: 12/2010-CS 2

3 DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION: Teacher directed differentiated instructional projects and activities are ongoing and based on student ability: Remediation: o As per student Extension: o Research primary sources on how decisions of how the Supreme Court affected Progressivism. Textbook Chapters Primary Resources Teacher Resource Binder Computer Lab Department Videos Library Periodicals RESOURCES: 12/2010-CS 3

4 COURSE: US History II GRADE(S): 9th UNIT 2: World War I TIMEFRAME: Approximately 2 weeks PA ACADEMIC STANDARDS: History: 8.1 HISTORICAL ANALYSIS AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT 8.1.U.A. Evaluate patterns of continuity and change over time, applying context of events. 8.1.U.B. Evaluate the interpretation of historical events and sources, considering the use of fact versus opinion, multiple perspectives, and cause and effect relationships. 8.1.U.C. Analyze, synthesize and integrate historical data, creating a product that supports and appropriately illustrates inferences and conclusions drawn from research. (Reference RWSL Standard Research) 8.3 UNITED STATES HISTORY 8.3.U.A. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the U.S. 8.3.U.B. Compare the impact of historical documents, artifacts, and places which are critical to the U.S. 8.3.U.C. Evaluate how continuity and change have impacted the United States. Belief systems and religions Commerce and industry Technology Politics and government Physical and human geography Social organizations 8.3.U.D. Evaluate how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have influenced the growth and development of the U.S. Ethnicity and race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic stability Geography: 7.1 BASIC GEOGRAPHIC LITERACY 7.1.U.A. Use geographic tools to analyze information about the interaction between people, places, and the environment. 7.2.U.A. Analyze the physical characteristics of places and regions, including the interrelationships among the components of Earth s physical systems. 7.3.U.A. Analyze the human characteristics of places and regions using the following criteria: Population Culture Settlement Economic activities Political activities 7.4.U.B. Analyze the effects of human activity on the physical systems. Economics: 6.1 SCARCITY AND CHOICE 6.1.U.A. Analyze how choices are made because of scarcity. 6.1.U.B. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the control of limited resources in the United States. 6.1.U.C. Analyze the opportunity cost of decisions made by individuals, businesses, communities, and nations. 12/2010-CS 1

5 6.2 MARKETS AND ECONOMIC SYSTEMS 6.2.U.A. Analyze the flow of goods and services in the national economy. 6.2.U.C. Evaluate the impact of advertising and media on individual and group behavior throughout United States history. 6.2.U.D. Explain how the laws of supply and demand impacted individuals and groups behavior over time. 6.2.U.E. Analyze the impact of the business cycle on individual and group behavior over time. Analyze the characteristics of economic expansion, recession, and depression. 6.2.U.F. Analyze the impact of private economic institutions on individuals and groups over time. 6.2.U.G. Compare and contrast various economic systems. 6.3 FUNCTIONS OF GOVERNMENT 6.3.U.B. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the growth and development of the United States. Ethnicity and Race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic Stability (Reference History Standards D.) 6.3.U.C. Compare and contrast the taxation policies of the local, state, and national governments. 6.3.U.D. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the growth and development of the US. Ethnicity and Race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic Stability (Reference History Standards D.) 6.4 ECONOMIC INTERDEPENDENCE 6.4.U.A. Explain how specialization contributes to economic interdependence on a national and international level. 6.4.U.C. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the U.S. (Reference History Standards A.) 6.4.U.D. Explain how the level of development of transportation, communication networks, and technology affect economic interdependence. 6.5.U.B. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the U.S. (Reference History Standards A.) 6.5.U.E. Define wealth and describe its distribution within and among the political divisions of the United States. Civics and Government: 5.1 PRINCIPLES AND DOCUMENTS OF GOVERNMENT 5.1.U.A. Apply examples of the rule of law as related to individual rights and the common good. 5.1.U.C. Analyze the principles and ideals that shape United States government. Liberty / Freedom Democracy Justice Equality 12/2010-CS 2

6 5.1.U.D. Compare and contrast the basic principles and ideals found in significant documents: Declaration of Independence United States Constitution Bill of Rights Pennsylvania Constitution 5.1.U.F. Analyze the role political symbols play in civil disobedience and patriotic activities. 5.2 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF CITIZENSHIP 5.2.U.A. Contrast the rights and responsibilities of a citizen in a democracy with a citizen in an authoritarian system. 5.2.U.B. Analyze strategies used to resolve conflicts in society and government. 5.2.U.C. Examine political leadership and public service in a republican form of government. 5.2.U.D. Evaluate and demonstrate what makes competent and responsible citizens. 5.3 HOW GEVERNMENT WORKS 5.3.U.D. Evaluate the roles of political parties, interest groups, and mass media in politics and public policy. 5.3.U.F. Analyze landmark United States Supreme Court interpretations of the Constitution and its Amendments. 5.4.U.A. Explain how United States foreign policy is developed. NCSS STANDARDS: UNIT OBJECTIVES: Explain the causes of World War I in 1914 and the reasons for U.S. neutrality. Illustrate how alliances played a role in the development of World War I and how U.S. neutrality was changed. Analyze the impact of American public opinion on the Wilson Administration s foreign policy from Explain U.S. military and economic mobilization for war and analyze the role of labor including women and blacks. Evaluate Wilson s 14 Points, the Treaty of Versailles, the U.S. debate over treaty ratification, and the League of Nations. Assess the short and long term impacts of World War I. ACTIVITIES: Teacher Lecture/Discussion. Suggested Videos: The Lost Battalion, Fly Boys. Essays. World War I Map. Graphs. Reading Activity. Google Earth. Charts. Timelines. Political Cartoons. Mapping European Borders. News Journals Research Paper 12/2010-CS 3

7 In Class Project PowerPoint/Photostory Visual displays Tests Quizzes Group Activities ASSESSMENTS: Remediation: o As per student DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION: Extension: o Document Based Question Essay related to World War I Textbook Chapters Primary Resources Teacher Resource Binder Computer Lab Department Videos Library Periodicals RESOURCES: 12/2010-CS 4

8 COURSE: US History II GRADE(S): 9th UNIT 3 - Boom and Bust TIMEFRAME: Approximately 2 weeks PA ACADEMIC STANDARDS: History: 8.1 HISTORICAL ANALYSIS AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT 8.1.U.A. Evaluate patterns of continuity and change over time, applying context of events. 8.1.U.B. Evaluate the interpretation of historical events and sources, considering the use of fact versus opinion, multiple perspectives, and cause and effect relationships. 8.1.U.C. Analyze, synthesize and integrate historical data, creating a product that supports and appropriately illustrates inferences and conclusions drawn from research. (Reference RWSL Standard Research) 8.3 UNITED STATES HISTORY 8.3.U.A. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the U.S. 8.3.U.B. Compare the impact of historical documents, artifacts, and places which are critical to the U.S. 8.3.U.C. Evaluate how continuity and change have impacted the United States. Belief systems and religions Commerce and industry Technology Politics and government Physical and human geography Social organizations 8.3.U.D. Evaluate how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have influenced the growth and development of the U.S. Ethnicity and race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic stability Geography: 7.1 BASIC GEOGRAPHIC LITERACY 7.1.U.A. Use geographic tools to analyze information about the interaction between people, places, and the environment. 7.3 HUMAN CHARACTERISTICS OF PLACES AND REGIONS 7.3.U.A. Analyze the human characteristics of places and regions using the following criteria: Population Culture Settlement Economic activities Political activities 7.4 INTERACTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE AND THE ENVIRONMENT 7.4.U.B. Analyze the effects of human activity on the physical systems. Economics: 6.1 SCARCITY AND CHOICE 6.1.U.A. Analyze how choices are made because of scarcity. 6.1.U.B. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the control of limited resources in the United States. 6.1.U.C. Analyze the opportunity cost of decisions made by individuals, businesses, communities, and nations. 12/2010-CS 1

9 6.2 MARKETS AND ECONOMIC SYSTEMS 6.2.U.A. Analyze the flow of goods and services in the national economy. 6.2.U.C. Evaluate the impact of advertising and media on individual and group behavior throughout United States history. 6.2.U.D. Explain how the laws of supply and demand impacted individuals and groups behavior over time. 6.2.U.E. Analyze the impact of the business cycle on individual and group behavior over time. Analyze the characteristics of economic expansion, recession, and depression. 6.2.U.F. Analyze the impact of private economic institutions on individuals and groups over time. 6.2.U.G. Compare and contrast various economic systems. 6.3 FUNCTIONS OF GOVERNMENT 6.3.U.B. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the growth and development of the United States. Ethnicity and Race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic Stability (Reference History Standards D.) 6.3.U.C. Compare and contrast the taxation policies of the local, state, and national governments. 6.3.U.D. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the growth and development of the US. Ethnicity and Race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic Stability (Reference History Standards D.) 6.4 ECONOMIC INTERDEPENDENCE 6.4.U.A. Explain how specialization contributes to economic interdependence on a national and international level. 6.4.U.C. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the U.S. (Reference History Standards A.) 6.4.U.D. Explain how the level of development of transportation, communication networks, and technology affect economic interdependence. 6.5 INCOME, PROFIT, AND WEALTH 6.5.U.B. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the U.S. (Reference History Standards A.) 6.5.U.E. Define wealth and describe its distribution within and among the political divisions of the United States. 6.5.U.F. Examine leading entrepreneurs in the United States in terms of the risks they took and the rewards they received. Civics & Government: 5.1 PRINCIPLES AND DOCUMENTS OF GOVERNMENT 5.1.U.A. Apply examples of the rule of law as related to individual rights and the common good. 5.1.U.C. Analyze the principles and ideals that shape United States government. Liberty / Freedom Democracy Justice Equality 12/2010-CS 2

10 5.1.U.D. Compare and contrast the basic principles and ideals found in significant documents: Declaration of Independence United States Constitution Bill of Rights Pennsylvania Constitution 5.1.U.F. Analyze the role political symbols play in civil disobedience and patriotic activities. 5.2 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF CITIZENSHIP 5.2.U.A. Contrast the rights and responsibilities of a citizen in a democracy with a citizen in an authoritarian system. 5.2.U.B. Analyze strategies used to resolve conflicts in society and government. 5.2.U.C. Examine political leadership and public service in a republican form of government. 5.2.U.D. Evaluate and demonstrate what makes competent and responsible citizens. 5.3 HOW GOVERNMENT WORKS 5.3.U.D. Evaluate the roles of political parties, interest groups, and mass media in politics and public policy. 5.3.U.F. Analyze landmark United States Supreme Court interpretations of the Constitution and its Amendments. 5.4 HOW INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS FUNCTION 5.4.U.A. Explain how United States foreign policy is developed. NCSS STANDARDS: UNIT OBJECTIVES: Analyze how the post-war economy boosted downtown businesses, development of suburbs, the role of transportation, and changing urban life. Identify the factors leading to the restriction of immigration and social and political intolerance Analyze how radio, movies, popular magazines, and newspapers created mass culture. Assess how increased leisure time promoted the growth of professional sports and recreational activities. Examine the contributions of artists and writers of the Harlem Renaissance Examine the causes of the Great Depression. Analyze the causes and consequences of the Stock Market Crash of Analyze the impact of the Great Depression on industry and workers and how federal, state and local governments responded. Analyze the impact of the Great Depression on the American family and on ethnic and racial minorities. Evaluate the New Deal as a dynamic change in the role of the government. Compare and contrast the first and second New Deals and discuss the success and failures of the Relief, Recovery, and Reform measures. Explain how the New Deal legislation and policies affected American union and nonunion workers and the Labor Movement. Evaluate the significance and legacy of the New Deal. 12/2010-CS 3

11 ACTIVITIES: Teacher Lecture/Discussion. Videos: A&E History of the Dow, Inherit the Wind, Grapes of Wrath, Cinderella Man, To Kill A Mockingbird. Essays. Research Paper. Map. Timelines. Graphs. Charts. News Journal. In-class Project. Classroom Debate Guest Speakers on the Jazz Age and Harlem Renaissance. Test Quizzes Group Activities ASSESSMENTS: Remediation: o As per student DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION: Extension: o Create a political cartoon based on FDR s Court packing scheme. o Build a Hooverville. Textbook Chapters Primary Resources Teacher Resource Binder Computer Lab Department Videos Library Periodicals RESOURCES: 12/2010-CS 4

12 COURSE: US History II GRADE(S): 9th UNIT 4: World War II TIMEFRAME: Approximately 2 weeks PA ACADEMIC STANDARDS: History: 8.1 HISTORICAL ANALYSIS AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT 8.1.U.A. Evaluate patterns of continuity and change over time, applying context of events. 8.1.U.B. Evaluate the interpretation of historical events and sources, considering the use of fact versus opinion, multiple perspectives, and cause and effect relationships. 8.1.U.C. Analyze, synthesize and integrate historical data, creating a product that supports and appropriately illustrates inferences and conclusions drawn from research. (Reference RWSL Standard Research) 8.3 UNITED STATES HISTORY 8.3.U.A. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the U.S. 8.3.U.B. Compare the impact of historical documents, artifacts, and places which are critical to the U.S. 8.3.U.C. Evaluate how continuity and change have impacted the United States. Belief systems and religions Commerce and industry Technology Politics and government Physical and human geography Social organizations 8.3.U.D. Evaluate how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have influenced the growth and development of the U.S. Ethnicity and race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic stability Geography: 7.1 BASIC GEOGRAPHIC LITERACY 7.1.U.A. Use geographic tools to analyze information about the interaction between people, places, and the environment. 7.3 HUMAN CHARACTERISTICS OF PLACES AND REGIONS 7.3.U.A. Analyze the human characteristics of places and regions using the following criteria: Population Culture Settlement Economic activities Political activities 7.4 INTERACTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE AND THE ENVIRONMENT 7.4.U.B. Analyze the effects of human activity on the physical systems. Economics: 6.1 SCARCITY AND CHOICE 6.1.U.A. Analyze how choices are made because of scarcity. 6.1.U.B. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the control of limited resources in the United States. 6.1.U.C. Analyze the opportunity cost of decisions made by individuals, businesses, communities, and nations. 6.2 MARKETS AND ECONOMIC SYSTERMS 6.2.U.A. Analyze the flow of goods and services in the national economy. 12/2010-CS 1

13 6.2.U.C. Evaluate the impact of advertising and media on individual and group behavior throughout United States history. 6.2.U.D. Explain how the laws of supply and demand impacted individuals and groups behavior over time. 6.2.U.E. Analyze the impact of the business cycle on individual and group behavior over time. Analyze the characteristics of economic expansion, recession, and depression. 6.2.U.F. Analyze the impact of private economic institutions on individuals and groups over time. 6.2.U.G. Compare and contrast various economic systems. 6.3 FUNCTIONS OF GOVERNMENT 6.3.U.B. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the growth and development of the U.S. Ethnicity and Race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic Stability (Reference History Standards D.) 6.3.U.C. Compare and contrast the taxation policies of the local, state, and national governments. 6.3.U.D. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the growth and development of the US. Ethnicity and Race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic Stability (Reference History Standards D.) 6.4 ECONOMIC INTERDEPENDENCE 6.4.U.A. Explain how specialization contributes to economic interdependence on a national and international level. 6.4.U.C. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the U.S. (Reference History Standards A.) 6.4.U.D. Explain how the level of development of transportation, communication networks, and technology affect economic interdependence. 6.5 INCOME, PROFIT, AND WEALTH 6.5.U.B. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the U.S. (Reference History Standards A.) 6.5.U.E. Define wealth and describe its distribution within and among the political divisions of the United States. 6.5.U.F. Examine leading entrepreneurs in the United States in terms of the risks they took and the rewards they received. Civics & Government: 5.1 PRINCIPLES AND DOCUMENTS OF GOVERNMENT 5.1.U.A. Apply examples of the rule of law as related to individual rights and the common good. 5.1.U.C. Analyze the principles and ideals that shape United States government. Liberty / Freedom Democracy Justice Equality 5.1.U.D. Compare and contrast the basic principles and ideals found in significant documents: Declaration of Independence United States Constitution 12/2010-CS 2

14 Bill of Rights Pennsylvania Constitution 5.1.U.F. Analyze the role political symbols play in civil disobedience and patriotic activities. 5.2 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF CITIZENSHIP 5.2.U.A. Contrast the rights and responsibilities of a citizen in a democracy with a citizen in an authoritarian system. 5.2.U.B. Analyze strategies used to resolve conflicts in society and government. 5.2.U.C. Examine political leadership and public service in a republican form of government. 5.2.U.D. Evaluate and demonstrate what makes competent and responsible citizens. 5.3 HOW GOVERNMENT WORKS 5.3.U.D. Evaluate the roles of political parties, interest groups, and mass media in politics and public policy. 5.3.U.F. Analyze landmark United States Supreme Court interpretations of the Constitution and its Amendments. 5.4.U.A. Explain how United States foreign policy is developed. NCSS STANDARDS: UNIT OBJECTIVES: Analyze the factors contributing to the rise of Fascism, National Socialism, and Communism in the inter-war period and its effect on world affairs in the eyes of the United States. Evaluate American responses to German, Italian, and Japanese aggression in Europe, Africa, and Asia from Explain how the United States mobilized its economy and military resources prior to and during involvement in World War II. Evaluate how women and minorities organized and contributed to the wartime effort at home and abroad. Compare and contrast the internment of Japanese Americans and anti-semitism in Europe during World War II. Analyze Hitler s Final Solution and its contribution to the Holocaust. Evaluate the decision to employ nuclear weapons against Japan and how it resulted in Japanese surrender. Explain the major turning points of the war and how they led to the defeat of the Axis powers. Explain the purpose and organization of the United Nations and its impact on modern day world affairs. Examine and recognize the war s impact on United States culture, technology, and economy. 12/2010-CS 3

15 ACTIVITIES: Teacher Lecture/Discussions. Videos. Essays. Mapping. Timelines. Graphs. Charts. News Journal. Suggested Novels: Ellie Wiesel s Night, Art Spiegelman s Maus, Anne Frank s The Diary of Anne Frank, Stephen Ambrose s Citizen Soldiers. Library Suggested Video s : United Streaming, Band of Brothers, Saving Private Ryan, Tora Tora Tora, Schindler s List, Boy in the Striped Pajamas, Flags of Our Fathers In-class Projects Newspaper Recreation: Students will create a newspaper on an actual event(s) from World War II Create a World War II Propaganda Poster Interactive Map: WebQuest on Children of the Holocaust Create a map on the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor using Tests Quizzes Group Activities ASSESSMENTS: Remediation: o As per student DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION: Extension: o Oral and written response to the book reading of The Diary of Anne Frank; Battle Cry Sean Uris; The Grapes of Wrath John Steinbeck; All My Sons- Arthur Miller o o o Debate the Pros and Cons of the dropping of the Atomic Bomb Interview with a World War II Veteran: The student will develop a questionnaire and interview a World War II veteran concerning his or her involvement in World War II. The student should videotape his or her interview and be prepared to present it in class. This can be an individual or group activity. Connecting Activity: Students will compare and contrast the attack on Pearl Harbor to the events of September 11, 2001, discussing similarities and differences. Suggested Ideas; Compare public reactions, reactions by FDR and President Bush, etc. 12/2010-CS 4

16 Textbook Chapters Primary Resources Teacher Resource Binder Computer Lab Department Videos Library Periodicals RESOURCES: 12/2010-CS 5

17 COURSE: US History II GRADE(S): 9th UNIT 5: Cold War TIMEFRAME: Approximately 2 weeks PA ACADEMIC STANDARDS: History: 8.1 HISTORICAL ANALYSIS AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT 8.1.U.A. Evaluate patterns of continuity and change over time, applying context of events. 8.1.U.B. Evaluate the interpretation of historical events and sources, considering the use of fact versus opinion, multiple perspectives, and cause and effect relationships. 8.1.U.C. Analyze, synthesize and integrate historical data, creating a product that supports and appropriately illustrates inferences and conclusions drawn from research. (Reference RWSL Standard Research) 8.3 UNITED STATES HISTORY 8.3.U.A. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the United States. 8.3.U.B. Compare the impact of historical documents, artifacts, and places which are critical to the U.S. 8.3.U.C. Evaluate how continuity and change have impacted the United States. Belief systems and religions Commerce and industry Technology Politics and government Physical and human geography Social organizations 8.3.U.D. Evaluate how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have influenced the growth and development of the United States. Ethnicity and race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic stability Geography: 7.1 BASIC GEOGRAPHIC LITERACY 7.1.U.A. Use geographic tools to analyze information about the interaction between people, places, and the environment. 7.3 HUMAN CHARACTERISTICS OF PLACES AND REGIONS 7.3.U.A. Analyze the human characteristics of places and regions using the following criteria: Population Culture Settlement Economic activities Political activities 7.4 INTERACTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE AND THE ENVIRONMENT 7.4.U.B. Analyze the effects of human activity on the physical systems. Economics: 6.1 SCARCITY AND CHOICE 6.1.U.A. Analyze how choices are made because of scarcity. 6.1.U.B. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the control of limited resources in the United States. 6.1.U.C. Analyze the opportunity cost of decisions made by individuals, businesses, communities, and nations. 6.2.U.A. Analyze the flow of goods and services in the national economy. 12/2010-CS 1

18 6.2.U.C. Evaluate the impact of advertising and media on individual and group behavior throughout United States history. 6.2.U.D. Explain how the laws of supply and demand impacted individuals and groups behavior over time. 6.2.U.F. Analyze the impact of private economic institutions on individuals and groups over time. 6.2.U.G. Compare and contrast various economic systems. 6.3 FUNCTIONS OF GOVERNMENT 6.3.U.B. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the growth and development of the United States. Ethnicity and Race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic Stability (Reference History Standards D.) 6.3.U.C. Compare and contrast the taxation policies of the local, state, and national governments. 6.3.U.D. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the growth and development of the United States. Ethnicity and Race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic Stability (Reference History Standards D.) 6.4 ECONOMIC INTERDEPENDENCE 6.4.U.C. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the United States. (Reference History Standards A.) 6.4.U.D. Explain how the level of development of transportation, communication networks, and technology affect economic interdependence. 6.5 INCOME, PROFIT, AND WEALTH 6.5.U.B. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the United States. (Reference History Standards A.) 6.5.U.E. Define wealth and describe its distribution within and among the political divisions of the United States. 6.5.U.F. Examine leading entrepreneurs in the United States in terms of the risks they took and the rewards they received. Civics & Government: 5.1 PRINCIPLES AND DOCUMENTS OF GOVERNMENT 5.1.U.A. Apply examples of the rule of law as related to individual rights and the common good. 5.1.U.C. Analyze the principles and ideals that shape United States government. Liberty / Freedom Democracy Justice Equality 5.1.U.D. Compare and contrast the basic principles and ideals found in significant documents: Declaration of Independence United States Constitution Bill of Rights\ Pennsylvania Constitution 5.1.U.F. Analyze the role political symbols play in civil disobedience and patriotic activities. 12/2010-CS 2

19 5.2.U.A. Contrast the rights and responsibilities of a citizen in a democracy with a citizen in an authoritarian system. 5.2.U.B. Analyze strategies used to resolve conflicts in society and government. 5.2.U.C. Examine political leadership and public service in a republican form of government. 5.2.U.D. Evaluate and demonstrate what makes competent and responsible citizens. 5.3 HOW GOVERNMENT WORKS 5.3.U.D. Evaluate the roles of political parties, interest groups, and mass media in politics and public policy. 5.3.U.F. Analyze landmark United States Supreme Court interpretations of the Constitution and Amendments. 5.4.U.A. Explain how United States foreign policy is developed. NCSS STANDARDS: UNIT OBJECTIVES: Explain the purpose and organization of the United Nations and its impact on modern day world affairs. Explain the reasons for sustained growth of the postwar consumer economy. Explain the growth of the service, white collar, and professional sectors of the economy that led to the enlargement of the middle class and suburbanization. Examine the role of new governmental spending on educational programs, including the GI Bill, in American society. Assess the significance of research and scientific breakthroughs in promoting the United States Space Program. Explain the origin of the Cold War and the advent of nuclear politics. Analyze the causes of the Korean War and how a divided Korea remained a source of international tension. Analyze the rise and fall of McCarthyism, its effect on civil liberties, and its repercussions. Evaluate Eisenhower s Modern Republicanism in relation to the economy and other domestic issues. Identify the social, economic, and political issues affecting women and explain the conflicts these issues engendered. Compare and contrast the economic philosophies of capitalism, socialism, and communism. Evaluate how communism threatens American social, economic, and political wellbeing. ACTIVITIES: Teacher Lecture/Discussion. Teacher Resource binder. Videos. Essays. Research Papers. Timeline. Mock Trial. Interviews. Compare and contrast the Bush Doctrine (2001) and the Truman Doctrine. Map activities identifying communism and non-communist countries during the Cold War Era to the present. Analyze political cartoons. Analyze the United Nations Charter. Analyze political speeches. Film: The Atomic Café, Animal Farm 12/2010-CS 3

20 Tests Quizzes Group Activities ASSESSMENTS: Remediation: o As per student DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION: Extension: o Re-enactment of HUAC meeting. Have students play the roles of committee members, Hollywood Ten, and the news reporters. o Literacy Excerpts: The Communist Manifesto, On the Road, The Feminine Mystique, Animal Farm. Textbook Chapters Primary Resources Teacher Resource Binder Computer Lab Department Videos Library Periodicals RESOURCES: 12/2010-CS 4

21 COURSE: US History II GRADE(S): 9th UNIT 6: Civil Rights/JFK/LBJ TIMEFRAME: Approximately 2 weeks PA ACADEMIC STANDARDS: History: 8.1 HISTORICAL ANALYSIS AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT 8.1.U.A. Evaluate patterns of continuity and change over time, applying context of events. 8.1.U.B. Evaluate the interpretation of historical events and sources, considering the use of fact versus opinion, multiple perspectives, and cause and effect relationships. 8.1.U.C. Analyze, synthesize and integrate historical data, creating a product that supports and appropriately illustrates inferences and conclusions drawn from research. (Reference RWSL Standard Research) 8.3 UNITED STATES HISTORY 8.3.U.A. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the United States. 8.3.U.B. Compare the impact of historical documents, artifacts, and places which are critical to the United States. 8.3.U.C. Evaluate how continuity and change have impacted the United States. Belief systems and religions Commerce and industry Technology Politics and government Physical and human geography Social organizations 8.3.U.D. Evaluate how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have influenced the growth and development of the United States. Ethnicity and race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic stability Geography: 7.1 BASIC GEOGRAPHIC LITERACY 7.1.U.A. Use geographic tools to analyze information about the interaction between people, places, and the environment. 7.3.U.A. Analyze the human characteristics of places and regions using the following criteria: Population Culture Settlement Economic activities Political activities 7.4 INTERACTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE AND THE ENVIRONMENT 7.4.U.B. Analyze the effects of human activity on the physical systems. Economics: 6.1 SCARCITY AND CHOICE 6.1.U.A. Analyze how choices are made because of scarcity. 6.1.U.B. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have 6.1.U.C. impacted the control of limited resources in the United States. Analyze the opportunity cost of decisions made by individuals, businesses, communities, and nations. 6.2 MARKETS AND ECONOMIC SYSTEMS 6.2.U.A. Analyze the flow of goods and services in the national economy. 12/2010-CS 1

22 6.2.U.C. Evaluate the impact of advertising and media on individual and group behavior throughout United States history. 6.2.U.D. Explain how the laws of supply and demand impacted individuals and groups behavior over time. 6.2.U.E. Analyze the impact of the business cycle on individual and group behavior over time. Analyze the characteristics of economic expansion, recession, and depression. 6.2.U.F. Analyze the impact of private economic institutions on individuals and groups over time. 6.2.U.G. Compare and contrast various economic systems. 6.3 FUNCTIONS OF GOVERNMENT 6.3.U.B. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the growth and development of the United States. Ethnicity and Race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic Stability (Reference History Standards D.) 6.3.U.C. Compare and contrast the taxation policies of the local, state, and national governments. 6.3.U.D. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the growth and development of the US. Ethnicity and Race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic Stability (Reference History Standards D.) 6.4 ECONOMIC INTERDEPENDENCE 6.4.U.C. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the U.S. (Reference History Standards A.) 6.4.U.D. Explain how the level of development of transportation, communication networks, and technology affect economic interdependence. 6.5.U.B. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the United States. (Reference History Standards A.) 6.5.U.E. Define wealth and describe its distribution within and among the political divisions of the United States. Civics & Government: 5.1 PRINCIPLES AND DOCUMENTS OF GOVERNMENT 5.1.U.A. Apply examples of the rule of law as related to individual rights and the common good. 5.1.U.C. Analyze the principles and ideals that shape United States government. Liberty / Freedom Democracy Justice Equality 5.1.U.D. Compare and contrast the basic principles and ideals found in significant documents: Declaration of Independence United States Constitution Bill of Rights Pennsylvania Constitution 5.1.U.F. Analyze the role political symbols play in civil disobedience and patriotic activities. 12/2010-CS 2

23 5.2 RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF CITIZENSHIP 5.2.U.A. Contrast the rights and responsibilities of a citizen in a democracy with a citizen in an authoritarian system. 5.2.U.B. Analyze strategies used to resolve conflicts in society and government. 5.2.U.C. Examine political leadership and public service in a republican form of government. 5.2.U.D. Evaluate and demonstrate what makes competent and responsible citizens. 5.3 HOW GEVERNMENT WORKS 5.3.U.D. Evaluate the roles of political parties, interest groups, and mass media in politics and public policy. 5.3.U.F. Analyze landmark United States Supreme Court interpretations of the Constitution and Amendments. 5.4 HOW INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS FUNCTION 5.4.U.A. Explain how United States foreign policy is developed. NCSS STANDARDS: UNIT OBJECTIVES: Examine the role of the media in the election of Evaluate the domestic policies of Kennedy's "New Frontier. Evaluate the legislation and programs enacted and its effectiveness during Johnson's presidency. Compare the so-called second environmental Movement with the first at the beginning of the 20th Century. Evaluate the effectiveness of the Kennedy and Johnson foreign policies of the early 1960's. Explain the Americans reaction to the assassination of President Kennedy and the fallout of information leading to the current date including the ideas of conspiracy theories. Identify and examine some of the landmark cases handed down by the Supreme Court under Chief Justice Earl Warren in the early to mid 1960's. Describe the United States role in the Bay of Pigs Invasion on April 17, Analyze the events leading to the building of the Berlin Wall and Cuban Missile Crisis. Discuss the arms race between the U.S.A. and USSR. Outline the goals of Kennedy's alliance for Progress and Peace Corps programs. Outline the major foreign issues of the Johnson Administration and the reactions to each. Identify the events and trends that led to a rise in African American influence in the twentieth century. Define the role of the NAACP in the legal assault on segregation. Evaluate the Warren Court s reasoning in Brown v. Board of Education and its significance in advancing civil rights. Evaluate the desegregation of education and assess its role in the educational process Identify the Rosa Parks arrest and analyze the significance of the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Identify early civil rights groups and evaluate the impact on the civil rights movement. Explain the philosophy and impact of non-violent resistance. Identify how the events in Birmingham, Alabama affected the nation s attitudes toward the civil rights movement. Compare the approaches of Presidents Kennedy and Johnson to the predecessors in dealing with civil rights. Evaluate the impact of the March on Washington and the I Have a Dream speech. Identify major pieces of legislation passed during the Civil Rights Era. Analyze the role of Malcolm X and the Nation of Islam in the Civil Rights movement. Analyze the goals of the black power movement and explain why violence ensued thereafter. 12/2010-CS 3

24 Identify the tragic events of 1968 and the effect on the nation. Describe the changing make-up of the nation s diverse multicultural population and the differences of opinion, which emerged as America struggles to make diversity work. Analyze how social change and renewed ethnic diversity has affected modern American culture. Analyze how the Civil Rights Movement has influenced other social movements. Evaluate to what degree the affirmative action policies have achieved their goals and assess the current debate over this issue. Explore the range of women's organizations, the changing goals of the women's movement, and the issues currently dividing women in the American culture. ACTIVITIES: Teacher Lecture/Discussion. The Cuban Missile Crisis Reading and Reactions - What would you have done? The Great Society reading and questions. Public opinion polls reading and questions (The 1960's). Identify and explain the major issues of the election of 1960 and examine what role the media played. Class researches the televised presidential debate between JFK and Nixon and decides for themselves, who deserved the victory. Read the Presidential Profile of JFK and LBJ and take note on all important accomplishments. Develop Suspect - Motive Charts of the Assassination Conspiracy of JFK. Video - The Century, National Geographic Persp. On United States History, The Men Who Killed Kennedy, Kennedy Villain or Hero, First Televised Debate, Johnson Campaign Commercials, Separate but Equal, Rosa Parks Story, Eyes on the Prize, Mighty Times. Chart the route of the Freedom Rides. Chart all the major domestic and foreign events of this era and briefly explain each. Comparative Essay: compare and contrast the Great Society and the New Frontier. Identify and define the components of the Environmental Movement during this era. Essay: Explain the importance of the presidential style. Timelines. Journal Writing. Periodicals. Videos. Essays. Debates. Tests Quizzes Group Activities ASSESSMENTS: 12/2010-CS 4

25 Remediation: o As per student DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION: Extension: o Students write a dialogue for a police station drama involving the Supreme Court Cases Gideon vs. Wainright, Escobedo vs. Illinois and Miranda vs. Arizona. o Debate the pros and cons of major issues, which were discussed via political candidates, parties or influential groups. o Sequence the steps in "How A Bill Becomes A Law" using the Great Society legislation as an example while also comparing the same procedure in local government arenas. o Compare, contrast and explain how the New Frontier and Great Society is an extension of FDR s New Deal policy. o Research various court decisions i.e. Brown v. Board of Education. Write an ascending or descending opinion on one case. o Write an essay about the rise and recent decline in Affirmative Action. Textbook Chapters Primary Resources Teacher Resource Binder Computer Lab Department Videos Library Periodicals RESOURCES: 12/2010-CS 5

26 COURSE: US History II GRADE(S): 9th UNIT 7 - Vietnam/Counterculture TIMEFRAME: Approximately 2 weeks PA ACADEMIC STANDARDS: History: 8.1 HISTORICAL ANALYSIS AND SKILLS DEVELOPMENT 8.1.U.A. Evaluate patterns of continuity and change over time, applying context of events. 8.1.U.B. Evaluate the interpretation of historical events and sources, considering the use of fact versus opinion, multiple perspectives, and cause and effect relationships. 8.1.U.C. Analyze, synthesize and integrate historical data, creating a product that supports and appropriately illustrates inferences and conclusions drawn from research. (Reference RWSL Standard Research) 8.3 UNITED STATES HISTORY 8.3.U.A. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the U.S. 8.3.U.B. Compare the impact of historical documents, artifacts, and places which are critical to the U.S. 8.3.U.C. Evaluate how continuity and change have impacted the United States. Belief systems and religions Commerce and industry Technology Politics and government Physical and human geography Social organizations 8.3.U.D. Evaluate how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have influenced the growth and development of the U.S. Ethnicity and race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic stability Geography: 7.1 BASIC GEOGRAPHIC LITERACY 7.1.U.A. Use geographic tools to analyze information about the interaction between people, places, and the environment. 7.2 PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS OF PLACES AND REGIONS 7.2.U.A. Analyze the physical characteristics of places and regions, including the interrelationships among the components of Earth s physical systems. 7.3 HUMAN CHARACTERISTICS OF PLACES AND REGIONS 7.3.U.A. Analyze the human characteristics of places and regions using the following criteria: Population Culture Settlement Economic activities Political activities 7.4 INTERACTIONS BETWEEN PEOPLE AND THE ENVIRONMENT 7.4.U.B. Analyze the effects of human activity on the physical systems. Economics: 6.1 SCARCITY AND CHOICE 6.1.U.A. Analyze how choices are made because of scarcity. 6.1.U.B. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the control of limited resources in the United States. 6.1.U.C. Analyze the opportunity cost of decisions made by individuals, businesses, communities, and nations. 12/2010-CS 1

27 6.2 MARKETS AND ECONOMIC SYSTEMS 6.2.U.A. Analyze the flow of goods and services in the national economy. 6.2.U.C. Evaluate the impact of advertising and media on individual and group behavior throughout United States history. 6.2.U.D. Explain how the laws of supply and demand impacted individuals and groups behavior over time. 6.2.U.E. Analyze the impact of the business cycle on individual and group behavior over time. Analyze the characteristics of economic expansion, recession, and depression. 6.2.U.F. Analyze the impact of private economic institutions on individuals and groups over time. 6.2.U.G. Compare and contrast various economic systems. 6.3.U.B. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the growth and development of the United States. Ethnicity and Race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic Stability (Reference History Standards D.) 6.3.U.C. Compare and contrast the taxation policies of the local, state, and national governments. 6.3.U.D. Analyze how conflict and cooperation among groups and organizations have impacted the growth and development of the United States. Ethnicity and Race Working conditions Immigration Military conflict Economic Stability (Reference History Standards D.) 6.4 ECONOMIC INTERDEPENDENCE 6.4.U.A. Explain how specialization contributes to economic interdependence on a national and international level. 6.4.U.C. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the United States. (Reference History Standards A.) 6.4.U.D. Explain how the level of development of transportation, communication networks, and technology affect economic interdependence. 6.5 INCOME, PROFIT, AND WEALTH 6.5.U.B. Compare the role groups and individuals played in the social, political, cultural, and economic development of the United States. (Reference History Standards A.) 6.5.U.E. Define wealth and describe its distribution within and among the political divisions of the United States. Civics & Government: 5.1 PRINCIPLES AND DOCUMENTS OF GOVERNMENT 5.1.U.A. Apply examples of the rule of law as related to individual rights and the common good. 5.1.U.C. Analyze the principles and ideals that shape United States government. Liberty / Freedom Democracy Justice Equality 5.1.U.D. Compare and contrast the basic principles and ideals found in significant documents: 12/2010-CS 2

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