Welcome to 7th Grade Social Studies! 7C Mr. Corbett

Teaching Career Graduated from Kennesaw State University Taught for 21 years; 11th year at Hightower Have taught Science (6-7 regular and AC), AC/Reg. Math, AC/Reg. Social Studies and reading

Helpful Hints Check Blog on a regular basis Check Agendas Monitor work completion on long-term assignments Email communication Remember that it is the student’s responsibility to do the work and be prepared!

Email Address: Blog Address: http://cobblearning.net/shadows30/ stephen.corbett@cobbk12.org

Area of Study: The Eastern Hemisphere Geography Review Asia The Middle East Africa We will focus on geography, history, and culture along with application of material to present times. Current Events presentations and discussions Stock Market Game Global Awareness Art/S.S. connection

Geography Basic map and globe skills Map quizzes Global Awareness Physical and Human geography

Asia Geography Focus on India & Pakistan, China, Japan, North and South Korea, Vietnam Spotlight on famous historic world leaders from Asia

The Middle East Geography, culture, history, religions Historic conflicts Oil/Economics Common misconceptions

Africa History, culture, geography Wildlife/ National Parks Change/ Progress 4 unique regions: North Africa Eastern/Central Africa West Africa Southern Africa

Writing through the Curriculum Students will be expected to discuss their knowledge of a given region through various writings. These will include DBQs, position papers, speeches, and other assessments.

Writing Through the Curriculum… SAT/ACT College entrance exams Preparation for high school honors or AP history courses Life skill  Application of language arts/writing skills to a given area of study to encourage future success

Current Events Students will write summaries and provide informed decisions on regional topics while attempting to “connect the dots”. Students will stay informed of current world issues, discuss how they relate to us, and form educated opinions about these events.

Stock Market Game Students will compete against their classmates along with other students across the state of Georgia. Begins in February (We compete in the Spring) Application of economic terms in real-world situations Social Studies/Math/Business Connection

The Key to Success in Advanced Social Studies… Application of knowledge Motivation/effort Work completion “Above and Beyond”