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Social Studies Civics and Economics	Overview Civics and Economics, taught in eighth grade, includes basic knowledge and understanding of the concepts and processes of democratic government and the American economic system. Students learn the meaning of individual rights and responsibilities; the ideals of liberty, justice, and equality; and the rule of law. Students develop an understanding of public and personal economic and financial decisions. A service learning component helps students personalize citizenship education.

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DEVELOP SOCIAL STUDIES SKILLS

1.a

Examine and Interpret Primary and Secondary Source Documents

1.a.1

Examine and interpret primary and secondary source documents

1.a.2

Gather information from written and oral sources

1.a.3

Identify the characteristics of primary and secondary sources

1.a.4

Identify the main idea (thesis) and supporting details (evidence)

1.a.5

Draw logical inferences from primary and secondary source documents

1.b

Create Maps, Diagrams, Tables, Charts, Graphs, Spreadsheets

1.b.1

Create maps, diagrams, tables, charts, graphs, spreadsheets

1.b.2

Organize information in different formats

1.b.3

Use spreadsheets to record, analyze, and present information

1.c

Analyze Political Cartoons, Ads, Pictures, and Other Graphic Media

1.c.1

Analyze political cartoons, ads, pictures, and other graphic media

1.c.2

Gather information from visual sources

1.c.3

Draw logical inferences from visual sources

1.d

Distinguish Between Relevant and Irrelevant Information

1.d.1

Distinguish between relevant and irrelevant information

1.e

Review Information for Accuracy, Separating Fact from Opinion

1.e.1

Review information for accuracy, separating fact from opinion

1.e.2

Recognize bias

1.e.3

Distinguish between fact and opinion

1.e.4

Determine the accuracy and reliability of sources

1.f

Identify a Problem and Recommend Solutions

1.f.1

Identify a problem and recommend solutions

1.f.2

Identify a situation in which a decision is required

1.f.3

Make a decision based on available information

1.f.4

Identify possible alternatives to, and consequences of, the decision

1.f.5

Provide a rationale for the decision

1.f.6

Take action to implement the decision

1.g

Select and Defend Positions in Writing, Discussion, and Debate

1.g.1

Select and defend positions in writing, discussion, and debate

1.g.2

Evaluate, take, and defend a position on a contemporary issue

1.g.3

Demonstrate effective written communication skills

1.g.4

Demonstrate effective oral communication skills

1.h

Organize and Synthesize Information in a Variety of Forms

1.h.1

Organize and synthesize information in a variety of forms

1.h.2

Use search strategies to access and retrieve electronic information

1.h.3

Classify information according to specific criteria

1.h.4

Organize information using different methods

1.h.5

Paraphrase information

1.h.6

Summarize information from a variety of sources

1.h.7

Compare and contrast information

1.h.8

Determine cause and effect relationships

1.h.9

Develop generalizations based on information from multiple sources

1.h.10

Communicate through a variety of products and formats

1.h.11

Communicate knowledge and understanding through many activities

1.i

Apply Course Knowledge and Understanding to Other Content Areas

1.i.1

Apply course knowledge and understanding to other content areas

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