Connecting Themes Used in Georgia Studies Unit One: Connecting Themes Used in Georgia Studies

“Where in the World is Macon, Georgia?” SS8G1a Locate Georgia in relation to region, nation, continent, and hemispheres. Planet Hemispheres Continent Nation Section State County

In this unit, we will introduce ourselves to the new themes which will be featured prominently throughout our course in Georgia Studies Location Conflict and Change 3. Movement/Migration Conflict Resolution 5. Individuals, Groups and Institutions 6. Rule of Law Distribution of Power Technological Innovations Production, Consumption, and Distribution Beliefs/Ideals

#1 Location . . . Location affects a society’s economy, culture, and development.

On the handout given by the teacher, define “Your Life in Macon” ** (i.e. how people dress, houses, foods, activities during free time, weather, religion, etc.) **try using drawings and images in place of words **outside of largest circle write what part you think are unique (special) to Macon (or Georgia). **How would your lifestyle change if Macon was 20 degrees cooler? Assignment due 8/2/17

Mini-Assessment 7/2/17 1.Is Georgia in the Northern or Southern Hemisphere? _______________________ 2. Is Georgia in the Eastern or Western Hemisphere? _________________________ 3. On which continent is Georgia located? __________________________________ 4. Georgia is part of what nation? __________________________________ 5. In what region of the nation (northwestern, northeastern, southwestern, southeastern) would you find Georgia? _________________________ 6. Which county is Macon in? ____________

Take out your Circle Map about “Your Life in Macon Take out your Circle Map about “Your Life in Macon.” I will collect them up! Write a response the these questions (do not have to write question) Is conflict always a bad thing? How might conflict among family members result in change for that family?

#2 Conflict and Change . . . When there is conflict between or within societies, change is the result

Essential Question for Conflict and Change Is conflict always a bad thing? How might conflict among family members result in change for that family?

#3 Movement/Migration . . . The movement or migration of people and ideas affects all societies involved.

Essential Questions for Movement/Migration How does your class change when a new student moves in? What are some people’s experiences with someone from another country, religion, race, etc? Why is the current issue of a “Travel Ban” so important?

Multi-Flow Map

From pages 174 to 175 in textbook, students will read “The Meeting of Different Worlds,” and analyze the cause and effects of the fatal contact of Europeans and American Indians.  Outside the boxes—judge whether the American Indians befitted or suffered from “European contact.”

#4 Conflict Resolution . . . societies resolve conflicts through legal procedures, force, and/or compromise.

#5 Individuals, Groups, and Institutions . . . The actions of individuals, groups, and/or institutions affect society through intended and unintended consequences.

Essential Questions for Individuals, Groups, and Institutions How might an individual or small group of students bring consequences (positive or negative) for an entire class? Who has inspired you in your life? Who do you look up to? Who is your hero?

In the center of the Bubble Map, either write the person name that you admire or draw a picture of the individual. **In the outer bubbles use adjectives to describe this person **Write out what your life would be like if you did not know this person. Assignment due 8/3/17

Bell Ringer for 8/3/17 1.If you have not yet turned in your Bubble Map on “Who You Most Admire,” please take it out ready to be turned in. 2. Write a response to questions: In any sport, why is it a good idea to write down all the rules? Why is the power structure at your school set up the way it is?

#6 Rule of Law . . . In a democracy, rule of law influences the behavior of citizens, establishes procedures for making policies, and limits the power of government.

Essential Questions for Rule of Law What prevents authority figures from abusing their power? 2. Why should you (or shouldn’t you) have all laws and rules written down in an official document?

#7 Distribution of Power . . . the distribution of power in government is a product of existing documents and laws combined with contemporary value and beliefs.

We will work in class on the Concept Check Activity on Constitutional Government. Students will place their completed worksheet in their folder!!

In the Tree Map, classify how power and responsibilities are distributed in your family or who ever lives in your household. Include all family members and mention their normal duties, roles, and/or chores. From the information, assess whether or not the distribution of power in your family is fair or not. Does someone has all the power? Does anyone contribute nothing to the family? Assignment is due 8/4/15

Bell Ringer for 8/4/17 Take out your Tree Map to be collected. Respond to this question: Why are some people are calling anyone under 25 years old an “internet native,” and anyone older is just an “internet immigrant?”

#8 Technological Innovation . . . Technological innovations have consequences, both intended and unintended, for a society.

We will work on another Three-Level Reading Guide on “As Schools Lift Bans on Cell Phones.” Students will also have choices to either find a related article from their electronic device or use the one provided by the teacher.

Bell Ringer Question for 8/7/17 Who decides the price of shoes? Gas? Clothes? Fries? or Smart phones? What ideas or beliefs do ourt business, community, and educational leaders base their desicions on?

#9 Production, Distribution, and Consumption . . . The production, distribution, and consumption of goods/services prudced by the society are affected by the location, customs, beliefs, and laws of the society.

#10 Beliefs/Ideals . . . the beliefs and ideals of a society influence the social, political, and economic decisions of that society.

Economic Systems Command—the government makes all decisions on production, consumption, and distribution. Free Market—the suppliers and buyers make the decisions Mixed Economy—the government and market both make designated decisions.

Political Systems Autocracy—one person makes decisions (monarch or dictator) Oligarchy—a few or groups of elites make decisions (Communist nations, military-run) Democracy—people/citizens make decisions Theocracy—God/religous leaders make decisions