Nebraska Social Studies Standards High School

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1 A Correlation of 2016 To the Nebraska High School

2 Introduction This document demonstrates how Pearson meets the for High School. Pearson is excited to announce its NEW United States History program! Designed to help prepare students to be college and career ready all while unlocking the exciting story of our nation s history, Pearson United States History invites students to explore the enduring issues that continue to shape our nation s history. The program bridges time-tested best practices, curriculum standard expectations, and technology to help prepare students to be college and career ready all while unlocking the exciting story of our nation s history. The program is available in print, digital, and blended options. The Pearson United States History program uses a research tested four-part learning model to enhance teaching and understanding. 1. Connect: Students make learning personal as they connect to content through a story and activate their prior knowledge, personal experience, and perspective. 2. Investigate: Students actively learn, investigate, and acquire key content knowledge through a variety of components both in print and digital. 3. Synthesize: Students extend their understanding by applying what they just learned in a quick recap and pull-it-all-together exercise before they move on to the next lesson. 4. Demonstrate: Students demonstrate their understanding through a variety of authentic, formative, and summative assessments. Technology Reimagined with Pearson s Realize Platform etext Student Edition with valuable tools for individualized instruction, remediation, or enrichment NBC Learn MyStory Videos that engage students in every chapter Interactive Reading and Note Taking Study Guide allows for differentiated instruction and assessments Online Lesson Planner; Standards-based planner that helps to save prep time. Assessments; built-in progress monitoring includes both formative and summative assessments Teacher Lesson Plans with point-of-use resources Flipped Videos available to assign to students or serve as quick refreshers 2

3 Table of Contents Civics... 4 Economics... 9 Geography History Chronological Thinking

4 Civics K-12 Civics: Students will develop and apply the skills of civic responsibility to make informed decisions based upon knowledge of government at local, state, national and international levels. Forms and Functions of Government High School (United States/World) SS Students will analyze and evaluate the foundation, structures, and functions of the United States government as well as local, state, and international governments. SS a Summarize the historical foundation that influenced the creation of the United States Constitution (e.g., philosophers, social contract theory, natural rights, Constitutional Convention, Federalist, and Anti-Federalist Papers) SE: Mayflower Compact, 5; Democratic Ideals in the American Colonies, 6; The Struggle for Ratification, 14 15; Principles of the Constitution, 15 16; United States Constitution, Topic Assessment: Review (3. Analyze and Evaluate the Declaration of Independence), 43; (6. Analyze and Evaluate Intent of the U.S. Constitution), 43; (7. Analyze and Evaluate Importance of Constitution and Bill of Rights), 43 SS b Analyze and evaluate the structure of American constitutional government (e.g., federalism, democracy, representative government, branches of the government, separation of powers, checks and balances, amendment process, concurrent/enumerated/implied powers, electoral college) SS c Analyze and evaluate the functions of United States government (e.g., national security, legislative lawmaking, executive implementation, judicial interpretation, constitutionalism, taxation, naturalization of citizens) SE: The Struggle for Ratification, 14 15; Principles of the Constitution, 15 16; United States Constitution, Topic Assessment: Review (6. Analyze and Evaluate Intent of the U.S. Constitution), 43; (7. Analyze and Evaluate Importance of Constitution and Bill of Rights), 43; (8. Analyze and Evaluate the Meaning of Federalism), 43 SE: Principles of the Constitution, 15 16; The Struggle Over Foreign Policy, 17 18; Judicial Review, 18; The Young Republic, 21; Monetary Policy, 142, 143; United States Constitution, Topic Assessment: Review (6. Analyze and Evaluate Intent of the U.S. Constitution), 43; (7. Analyze and Evaluate Importance of Constitution and Bill of Rights), 43; (8. Analyze and Evaluate the Meaning of Federalism), 43; Topic 3 (13. Describe Emergence of Monetary Policy), 152 4

5 SS d Analyze and evaluate the foundation, structures, and functions of local government (e.g., city council, school board, county government, regional boards) SS e Analyze and evaluate the foundation, structures, and functions of state government (e.g., bicameral/unicameral, reapportionment/redistricting, branches of government) SS f Analyze and evaluate the foundation, structures, and functions of supranational organizations (e.g., United Nations, NATO, European Union, treaties, trade organizations) SE: Federalism, 15 16; Local Government, 41, 55, 297, 301, 318, 441, 482, 623, 632, 634 Topic Assessment: Review (8. Analyze and Evaluate the Meaning of Federalism), 43 SE: States Establish Republican Governments, 11; State Government, 11, 15, 20, 53, 55, 68, 72 73, 163, 297, 321, 328, 436, 464, 469, 482 Topic Assessment: Review (8. Analyze and Evaluate the Meaning of Federalism), 43 SE: United Nations, 388, 392, 395, 408, 413, 419, 544, 588; SALT I, 545; SALT II, 557, 569; Brest Litovsk, 231; NAFTA, , 637; NATO, 400, ; United States Constitution, Topic Assessment: Topic 3 (4. Describe Impact of Gulf of Tonkin Resolution), 518; Topic 6 Assessment (1. Describe NAFTA), 637 SS g Analyze and evaluate the roles that political parties have played in the United States SE: Political Parties, 27, 34, 49, 63, 67, 140, 142, 181, , 237, 428, , 477, , 570, 573 Topic Assessment: Topic 3 (15. Evaluate Impact of Populist Party), 152; Topic 4 (10. Evaluate Impact of Progressive Party), 209; Topic 5 (12. Analyze Impact of Third Parties), 604; Topic 6 (5. Analyze 2000 Presidential Election), 637 5

6 SS h Analyze and evaluate United States foreign policy issues (e.g. methods, approaches, events) SE: This standard is met throughout the program. Examples include the following references: The Spanish-American War, ; The United States Emerges as a World Power, ; America Enters World War I, ; America Enters World War II, ; The Cold War Intensifies, ; The Cold War and Vietnam, ; A New Era in Foreign Policy, ; Free Trade and Treaties, ; The United States and Global Business, 610; Competing in a Global Economy & China s GDP (graph), 612; The Role of the United States in the Future Economy, ; Competing in a Global Economy, Topic Assessment: Topic 10 Assessment (2. Explain Reasons for and Outcomes of U.S. Foreign Involvement), 518; Topic 10 Assessment (3. Explain Reasons for U.S. Foreign Involvement), 518; Topic 10 Assessment (14. Explain Outcomes of Vietnam War), 519; Topic 12 Assessment (9. Describe Iran-Contra Affair), 604 6

7 Civic Participation SS Students will address local, state, national or international issues and policies through meaningful civic participation. SS a Evaluate how individuals and groups can effectively use the structure and functions of various levels of government to shape policy (e.g., lobbying, voting, contacting government officials, petitioning) SE: 21 st Century Skills: Participate in a Discussion or Debate, ; Being an Informed Citizen, ; Political Participation, 710; Voting, 711; Serving on a Jury, ; Citizenship, 51, 54, 62 64, 68, 70, 174, 367, 395, 458, 533; also see: The Organized Labor Movement, 91 97; Women Gain Rights, ; Striving for Equality, ; Reformers in the White House, ; Civil Rights, Topic Assessment: Topic 2 (4. Evaluate Methods of Expanding Right to Participate in Democratic Process), 484; Topic 2 (13. Trace Historical Development of Political Equality), 721 SS b Analyze the significance and benefits of patriotic symbols, songs, holidays, and activities (e.g. Pledge of Allegiance, "The Star Spangled Banner", "America", Veteran's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, American Indian Day, Constitution Day) SS c Engage in civic activities (e.g., discussing current issues, advocating for personal rights and the rights of others, influencing governmental actions, participating in civil discourse, registering for selective service, participating in community improvement activities, service learning) SE: For related material see: Image of the Constitution, 2 3; Painting of George Washington, 4; Image of Lincoln and the Emancipation Proclamation, 38; Photograph of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., SE: 21 st Century Skills: Participate in a Discussion or Debate, ; Being an Informed Citizen, ; Political Participation, 710; Voting, 711; Serving on a Jury, ; Citizenship, 51, 54, 62 64, 68, 70, 174, 367, 395, 458, 533 Topic Assessment: Topic 2 (4. Evaluate Methods of Expanding Right to Participate in Democratic Process), 484; Topic 2 (13. Trace Historical Development of Political Equality), 721 7

8 SS d Analyze an issue and determine which level of government is most appropriate to utilize in addressing the issue SE: Federalism, 15 16; State Government, 11, 15, 20, 53, 55, 68, 72 73, 163, 297, 321, 328, 436, 464, 469, 482; Local Government, 41, 55, 297, 301, 318, 441, 482, 623, 632, 634; 21st Century Skills: Being an Informed Citizen, ; Political Participation, 710; Voting, 711; Serving on a Jury, Topic Assessment: Review (8. Analyze and Evaluate the Meaning of Federalism), 43 SS e Describe the roles and influences of individuals, groups, and the media as checks on governmental practices (e.g., interest groups, political action committees, lobbyists, public opinion polls) SE: The Organized Labor Movement, 91 97; Women Gain Rights, ; Striving for Equality, ; Reformers in the White House, ; Civil Rights, ; 21 st Century Skills: Participate in a Discussion or Debate, ; Being an Informed Citizen, ; Political Participation, 710; Voting, 711; Serving on a Jury, ; also see: Citizenship, 51, 54, 62 64, 68, 70, 174, 367, 395, 458, 533 Topic Assessment: Topic 2 (4. Evaluate Methods of Expanding Right to Participate in Democratic Process), 484; Topic 2 (13. Trace Historical Development of Political Equality), 721 SS f Critique various media sources for accuracy and perspective SE: Mass Media, 193, 320, 528, 569; Analyze Political Cartoons, 52, 56, 88, 89, 94, 149, 157, 179, 181, 197, 219, 248, 297, 304, 338, 345, 370, 412, 511, 541; 21 st Century Skills: Analyze Primary and Secondary Sources, ; Compare Viewpoints, ; Identify Bias, 703 Projects involving research (examples): Topic 3 (10. Use Historical Inquiry), 152; Topic 7 (13. Evaluate Participation in International Treaties and Organizations), 396; Topic 8 (1. Describe Berlin Airlift), 444; Topic 12 (14. Identify Issues Across Political Spectrum), 604; Topic 13 (17. Explain Innovations in Medicine), 638 8

9 Economics K-12 Economics: Students will utilize economic reasoning skills to make informed judgments and become effective participants in the economy at the local, state, national and international levels. Markets High School (United States/World) SS Students will assess how market forces guide the owners of land, labor, and capital and determine the allocation of wealth in the economy. SS a Explain how the factors of production are bought and sold in the market SE: This standard is met throughout the program. Examples include the following references: Economic Development in the North and South, 37; Innovation Boosts Growth, 76 77; Innovation Drives Economic Development, 78 80; Mass Production, 80 81; Industrialization and the New South, 81 82; The Effects of Industrialization, 83 84; Economies of Scale, 86; Mass production, 241; Assembly lines, 242; Science, Technology, and the Free Enterprise System, 244; The Impact of Henry Ford and the Automobile, ; The Production Miracle, 354; Technological Progress Enhances Productivity, 425; Transforming Business and Industry, 600 Topic Assessment: Topic 2 (1. Explain Economic Effects of Technological Innovations), 117; Topic 5 (8. Explain Economic Development), 275; Topic 8 (9. Explain Economic Impact of Computers), 445; Topic 12 Assessment (5. Analyze Unintended Consequences in the Private Sector), 603 9

10 SS b Analyze the role of the product market and the resource market SE: This standard is met throughout the program. Examples include the following references: Growing Demand for Cotton, 21 22; Economic Development in the North and South, 37; How to Rebuild the Southern Economy, 49; Land Distribution in the South, 59 60; Natural Resources Fuel Economic Development, 76 77; Steel, Innovation, and Economic Development, 79; Mass Production, 80 81; New Industries Develop, 81; The Southern Economy Lags Behind, 82; Farm Issues in the South, 82 83; Conspicuous Consumerism, 111; Mining and the Growth of Railroads, ; The Cattle Industry Boom, ; Tension Over Economic Resources, 137; Farmers Face Economic Difficulty, ; Crop Prices Fall, ; The Production Miracle, 354; Fuel shortages, 556; Competing in a Global Economy & China s GDP (graph), 612; American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA), 623 Topic Assessment: Topic 2 (1. Explain Economic Effects of Technological Innovations), 117; Topic 5 (8. Explain Economic Development), 275; Topic 8 (9. Explain Economic Impact of Computers), 445; Topic 12 Assessment (5. Analyze Unintended Consequences in the Private Sector), 603 SS c Understand productivity as a measure of the quantity of goods and services produced with a given amount of resources (e.g., Gross Domestic Product) SE: U.S. Economy in World War I (GDP), 224; Competing in a Global Economy & China s GDP (graph), 612; American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA), 623 Topic Assessment: Topic 2 Assessment (1. Explain Economic Effects of Technological Innovations),

11 SS d Analyze how market forces determine what producers choose to produce and which combination of productive resources will be most productive SE: This standard is met throughout the program. Examples include the following references: Innovation Boosts Growth, 76 77; Free Enterprise Encourages the Rise of Entrepreneurship, 77 78; Laissez-Faire Policies Encourage Growth, 78 79; Mass Production, 80 81; The Effects of Industrialization, 83 84; Big Business Rises, 85 90; Free Enterprise Improves Life, ; Conspicuous Consumerism, 111; U.S. Exports, 205; Mass production, 241; The Postwar Economy Booms, ; Hidden Economic Problems in the Roaring Twenties, ; Increased Consumption and Consumerism, ; The Role of Entrepreneurs, 427, 428; Goals and Impacts of Reagonomics, 575; Free Trade and Treaties, Topic Assessment: Topic 2 (1. Explain Economic Effects of Technological Innovations), 117; Topic 5 (8. Explain Economic Development), 275; Topic 8 (9. Explain Economic Impact of Computers), 445; Topic 12 Assessment (5. Analyze Unintended Consequences in the Private Sector), 603 SS e Explain how wages/earnings are affected by the market (e.g., value of products, supply and demand of labor, worker skills and qualifications) SE: Economic Development in the North and South, 37; The Workforce Grows, 77; Company Towns and Wage Slavery, 92; Miners pay/wage raise, 177; An Evolving Job Market Emphasizes Education, ; Unemployment Leaves Families Struggling, ; Moving Wherever Work Can Be Found, ; Minimum Wage, 310; Unemployment, 313; The Production Miracle, 354; Changes in the Labor Force, 427; Effects of Prosperity on Labor, 428; Reagan and Organized Labor, ; Dot.com Boom, 602; Transforming Business and Industry, 600; Economic Issues and Reform (unemployment), 624 Topic Assessment: Topic 2 Assessment (4. Understand Impact of Mass Production),

12 SS f Explain the role and importance of profit and return on investments to producers. (e.g. increase in supply and expansion of industries) SE: Innovation Boosts Growth, 76 77; Free Enterprise Encourages the Rise of Entrepreneurship, 77 78; Laissez-Faire Policies Encourage Growth, 78 79; New Industries Develop, 81; Corporations Find New Ways of Doing Business, 85 88; Free Enterprise Improves Life, ; Advertising and Installment Buying, 243; Science, Technology, and the Free Enterprise System, 244; The Postwar Economy Booms, ; The Impact of Henry Ford and the Automobile, ; Business Cycle, 280 Speculation, 284; The Role of Entrepreneurs, 427, 428; Competing in a Global Economy, Topic Assessment: Topic 2 (1. Explain Economic Effects of Technological Innovations), 117; Topic 5 (8. Explain Economic Development), 275; Topic 8 (9. Explain Economic Impact of Computers), 445; Topic 12 Assessment (5. Analyze Unintended Consequences in the Private Sector),

13 SS Students will illustrate how markets determine prices and allocate goods and services. SS a Understand demand, quantity SE: Growing Demand for Cotton, 21 22; demanded, and changes in demand Innovation Drives Economic Development, 78 80; Steel, Innovation, and Economic Development, 79; Mass Production, 80 81; New Industries Develop, 81; The Corporation Meets New Needs, 85 86; The Cattle Industry Boom, ; Mass production, 241; Science, Technology, and the Free Enterprise System, 244; The Impact of Henry Ford and the Automobile, ; Economic Growth in the 1920s, ; Increased Consumption and Consumerism, ; Technological Progress Enhances Productivity, 425; Dot.com Boom, 602 Topic Assessment: Topic 2 (1. Explain Economic Effects of Technological Innovations), 117; Topic 5 (8. Explain Economic Development), 275; Topic 8 (9. Explain Economic Impact of Computers), 445; Topic 12 Assessment (5. Analyze Unintended Consequences in the Private Sector),

14 SS b Understand supply, quantity supplied, and changes in supply SE: Growing Demand for Cotton, 21 22; Innovation Drives Economic Development, 78 80; Steel, Innovation, and Economic Development, 79; Mass Production, 80 81; New Industries Develop, 81; The Corporation Meets New Needs, 85 86; The Cattle Industry Boom, ; Mass production, 241; Science, Technology, and the Free Enterprise System, 244; The Impact of Henry Ford and the Automobile, ; Economic Growth in the 1920s, ; Increased Consumption and Consumerism, ; Technological Progress Enhances Productivity, 425; Dot.com Boom, 602 Topic Assessment: Topic 2 (1. Explain Economic Effects of Technological Innovations), 117; Topic 5 (8. Explain Economic Development), 275; Topic 8 (9. Explain Economic Impact of Computers), 445; Topic 12 Assessment (5. Analyze Unintended Consequences in the Private Sector), 603 SS c Understand that equilibrium price and quantity are determined by supply and demand SE: Growing Demand for Cotton, 21 22; Wholesale Price of Cotton, 82; Economies of Scale, 86; Units and pricing, 86; Buying on Margin, 243; The Stock Market Hits Bottom, 284; Crop Prices Fall, ; Dot.com Boom, 602 Topic Assessment: Topic 2 Assessment (5. Analyze Farm Issues in the South), 117 SS d Hypothesize how competition between sellers could results in lower prices, higher quality products, and better customer service SE: Growing Demand for Cotton, 21 22; Wholesale Price of Cotton, 82; Economies of Scale, 86; Units and pricing, 86; Buying on Margin, 243; The Stock Market Hits Bottom, 284; Crop Prices Fall, ; Dot.com Boom, 602 Topic Assessment: Topic 2 Assessment (5. Analyze Farm Issues in the South),

15 SS e Hypothesize how producers and consumers affect market prices and quantities through the goods and services they produce and buy (e.g., shifts in supply and demand, price elasticity) SE: Growing Demand for Cotton, 21 22; Free Enterprise Encourages the Rise of Entrepreneurship, 77 78; Innovation Drives Economic Development, 78 80; Wholesale Price of Cotton, 82; Corporations Find New Ways of Doing Business, 85 88; Economies of Scale, 86; Units and pricing, 86; Buying on Margin, 243; Business Cycle, 280; The Stock Market Hits Bottom, 284; Crop Prices Fall, ; Dot.com Boom, 602 Topic Assessment: Topic 2 (5. Analyze Farm Issues in the South), 117; Topic 10 (8. Describe Impact of Defense Spending),

16 Institutions SS Students will analyze how economic institutions impact individuals and groups. SS a Analyze how various economic institutions have played a role in United States economic policy and practice (e.g., corporations, labor unions, financial institutions, stock markets, cooperatives, and business partnerships) SE: This standard is met throughout the program. Examples include the following references: Banking, 20, 142, 280, , 293, 300, 302; Free Enterprise Encourages the Rise of Entrepreneurship, 77 78; New Industries Develop, 81; Corporations Find New Ways of Doing Business, 85 88; The Corporation Meets New Needs, 85 86; Business Management Innovations, 86 87; The Pros and Cons of Big Business, 88; Company Towns and Wage Slavery, 92; National Consumers League (NCL), 165; Antitrust legislation, 85, 89 90, 97, 117, 157, 178, 181, 185, 209; Regulation of Commercial Banks, 184; Federal Trade Commission, ; Lack of government intervention in the economy, 286; Reconstruction Finance Corporation, 298; Two Presidents Respond, ; The New Deal Expands, ; Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), 302; An Expansion of Executive Power, ; The Role of Entrepreneurs, 427, 428; Franchise Businesses, 427; American Corporations Go Multinational, 428; Community Reinvestment Act, 557; Goals and Impacts of Reagonomics, 575; The United States and Global Business, 610; The Role of the United States in the Future Economy, Topic Assessment: Topic 3 (13. Describe Emergence of Monetary Policy), 152; Topic 4 (1. Describe Benefits and Costs of Antitrust Acts), 209; (12. Evaluate Pros and Cons of International Treaties), 210; Topic 5 (8. Explain Economic Development), 275; (9. Identify Impact of Tariffs), 275; Topic 6 (3. Identify Impact of Tariffs on the Great Depression), 327; Topic 12 (3. Describe Reaganomics), 603; Topic 13 (1. Describe NAFTA),

17 SS b Describe how measures used by economic institutions are calculated (e.g., trends and business cycles using GDP, unemployment rates, inflation rates) SE: U.S. Economy in World War I (GDP), 224; Business Cycle, 280; Unemployment Leaves Families Struggling, ; Unemployment, 313; Minimum Wage, 310; Increased Opportunities in Employment, 369; Postwar Inflation, 424; U.S. Inflation, 570; Competing in a Global Economy & China s GDP (graph), 612; American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA), 623; Economic Issues and Reform (unemployment), 624 Topic Assessment: Topic 3 (13. Describe Emergence of Monetary Policy), 152; Topic 4 (1. Describe Benefits and Costs of Antitrust Acts), 209; (12. Evaluate Pros and Cons of International Treaties), 210; Topic 5 (8. Explain Economic Development), 275; (9. Identify Impact of Tariffs), 275; Topic 6 (3. Identify Impact of Tariffs on the Great Depression), 327; Topic 12 (3. Describe Reaganomics), 603; Topic 13 (1. Describe NAFTA), 637 SS c Explain how banks and a sound monetary system are critical to a functioning economy SE: Banking, 20, 142, 280, , 293, 300, 302; Monetary Policy, 142, 143; Regulation of Commercial Banks, 184; Federal Trade Commission, ; Reconstruction Finance Corporation, 298; Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), 302 Topic Assessment: Topic 3 (13. Describe Emergence of Monetary Policy), 152; Topic 4 (15. Describe Federal Reserve Act), 210 SS d Describe the functions and role of the Federal Reserve System and its influence through monetary policy (e.g., balancing inflation and unemployment) SE: Federal Reserve, 285, 302, 557, 575, Topic Assessment: Topic 4 (15. Describe Federal Reserve Act),

18 SS e Understand how financial markets determine the cost of borrowing and influence the level of economic activity SE: Bank Politics and Economic Woes, 20; Debt, interest, and sharecropping, 59 60; Conspicuous Consumerism, 111; Advertising and Installment Buying, 243; Americans Rely on Credit, 283; Speculation, 284; Increased Consumption and Consumerism, ; Savings and Loan Crisis, 576 Topic Assessment: Topic 6 (2. Identify Impact of Stock Market Speculation on Great Depression), 327 SS Students will assess how private ownership of property is a basic institution of a market economy. SS a Assess how property rights are SE: Private Property, 6, 78, 93, 97, 178, defined, enforced, and limited by , 254, 400, 541; Patent, 76, 78, government (e.g., zoning laws, eminent 80, 103, 131, 612; Homestead Act, 99, domain, Homestead Act, copyright laws, 130, 134, 152, 292 patents, and intellectual property) Topic Assessment: Topic 3 (8. Describe Economic Impact of Homestead Act), 152 SS b Describe the role of market economy in United States history (e.g., periods of prosperity, recessions, and overall growth) SE: Innovation Boosts Growth, 76 77; Free Enterprise Encourages the Rise of Entrepreneurship, 77 78; Innovation Drives Economic Development, 78 80; New Industries Develop, 81; Big Business Rises, 85 90; Conspicuous Consumerism, 111; New Ways of Shopping, 112; Advertising and Installment Buying, 243; The Postwar Economy Booms, ; Economic Prosperity Under Coolidge, ; Business Cycle, 280; Economic Trends & The Great Depression, 285; Trickle-down economics, 298; An Increasingly Significant Role Promoting Economic Growth, ; Postwar Prosperity, ; Increased Consumption and Consumerism, ; The Role of Entrepreneurs, 427, 428; Private Sector Creates Economic Opportunities, 577; Dot.com Boom, 602; The Service Sector Expands & The Decline of Organized Labor, 611 Topic Assessment: Topic 2 (2. Analyze the Rise of Entrepreneurship), 117; Topic 8 (11. Analyze Innovations in Transportation),

19 Financial Literacy SS Students will recognize and predict the impact that various economic systems will have on people. SS a Develop a logical argument debating the merits of various economic systems (e.g., traditional, command, market, mixed) SE: Free Enterprise Encourages the Rise of Entrepreneurship, 77 78; Socialism, 93; Free Enterprise Improves Life, ; Technology and Free Enterprise Lead to Higher Standards of Living, 112; Science, Technology, and the Free Enterprise System, 244; Free Enterprise Improves U.S. Standard of Living, ; Communism, ; Free Trade and Treaties, Topic Assessment: Topic 6 (2. Identify Impact of Stock Market Speculation on Great Depression), 327; Topic 8 (2. Analyze the Rise of Entrepreneurship), 117; Topic 8 (11. Analyze Innovations in Transportation),

20 SS b Evaluate the historical use of various economic systems SE: This standard is met throughout the program. Examples include the following references: Banking, 20, 142, 280, , 293, 300, 302; Free Enterprise Encourages the Rise of Entrepreneurship, 77 78; Antitrust legislation, 85, 89 90, 97, 117, 157, 178, 181, 185, 209; Regulation of Commercial Banks, 184; Federal Trade Commission, ; Reconstruction Finance Corporation, 298; Two Presidents Respond, ; The New Deal Expands, ; Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), 302; An Expansion of Executive Power, ; The Role of Entrepreneurs, 427, 428; Franchise Businesses, 427; American Corporations Go Multinational, 428; Community Reinvestment Act, 557; Goals and Impacts of Reagonomics, 575; The United States and Global Business, 610; The Role of the United States in the Future Economy, Topic Assessment: Topic 3 (13. Describe Emergence of Monetary Policy), 152; Topic 4 (1. Describe Benefits and Costs of Antitrust Acts), 209; (12. Evaluate Pros and Cons of International Treaties), 210; Topic 5 (8. Explain Economic Development), 275; (9. Identify Impact of Tariffs), 275; Topic 6 (3. Identify Impact of Tariffs on the Great Depression), 327; Topic 12 (3. Describe Reaganomics), 603; Topic 13 (1. Describe NAFTA), 637 SS c Compare the standard of living with other countries (Germany, Brazil, Russia, India, China) SE: Technology and Free Enterprise Lead to Higher Standards of Living, 112; Miners pay/wage raise, 177; Minimum Wage, 310; Free Enterprise Improves U.S. Standard of Living, Topic Assessment: Topic 2 (13. Analyze Social Issues Affecting Women), 118; (14. Analyze How Transportation Improved Standard of Living),

21 SS Students will understand economic concepts that support rational decision making SS a Explore employment trends SE: The Workforce Grows, 77; Company and reasons for growth and decline in Towns and Wage Slavery, 92; Miners employment pay/wage raise, 177; An Evolving Job Market Emphasizes Education, ; Unemployment Leaves Families Struggling, ; Moving Wherever Work Can Be Found, ; Minimum Wage, 310; Unemployment, 313; The Production Miracle, 354; Changes in the Labor Force, 427; Effects of Prosperity on Labor, 428; Reagan and Organized Labor, ; Dot.com Boom, 602; Transforming Business and Industry, 600; Economic Issues and Reform (unemployment), 624 Topic Assessment: Topic 2 Assessment (4. Understand Impact of Mass Production), 117 SS b Make career decisions by systematically considering alternatives and consequences through the use of cost benefit analysis SE: For related material see: An Evolving Job Market Emphasizes Education, ; Unemployment Leaves Families Struggling, ; Moving Wherever Work Can Be Found, ; Minimum Wage, 310; Changes in the Labor Force, 427; Dot.com Boom, 602; Transforming Business and Industry, 600; The Service Sector Expands & The Decline of Organized Labor, 611 Topic Assessment: Topic 2 Assessment (4. Understand Impact of Mass Production), 117 SS c Assess the incentives for investing in personal education, skills, and talents SE: For related material see: An Evolving Job Market Emphasizes Education, ; Unemployment Leaves Families Struggling, ; Moving Wherever Work Can Be Found, ; Minimum Wage, 310; Changes in the Labor Force, 427; Dot.com Boom, 602; Transforming Business and Industry, 600; The Service Sector Expands & The Decline of Organized Labor, 611 Topic Assessment: Topic 6 Assessment (17. Explain Innovations in Medicine),

22 SS d Identify various ways people earn a living by using career programs to explore opportunities (e.g., Nebraska Career Education) SE: For related material see: The Service Sector Expands, 611; The Role of the United States in the Future Economy, ; Technology Transforms Life, Topic Assessment: Topic 6 Assessment (17. Explain Innovations in Medicine), 638 SS Students will apply effective money management concepts. SS a Organize personal finances and SE: For related material see: A New Tax on use a budget to manage cash flow Income, 183; Income Tax Rates, 249; 21 st Century Skills: Paying Taxes, ; also see: Minimum Wage, 310 SS b Compare and contrast checking and savings accounts SS c Assess the effects of taxes on personal income SE: For related material see: Bank Politics and Economic Woes, 20; Advertising and Installment Buying, 243; Americans Rely on Credit, 283; Speculation, 284; Increased Consumption and Consumerism, ; Savings and Loan Crisis, 576 SE: A New Tax on Income, 183; Income Tax Rates, 249; Tax Cuts and Deregulation, ; 21st Century Skills: Paying Taxes,

23 SS Students will critique strategies used to establish, build, maintain, monitor, and control credit. SS a Analyze factors that affect the SE: Bank Politics and Economic Woes, 20; choice of credit, the cost of credit, and the Debt, interest, and sharecropping, 59 60; legal aspects of using credit Conspicuous Consumerism, 111; Advertising and Installment Buying, 243; Americans Rely on Credit, 283; Speculation, 284; Increased Consumption and Consumerism, ; Savings and Loan Crisis, 576 Topic Assessment: Topic 5 Assessment (5. Analyze Unintended Consequences in the Private Sector), 603 SS b Identify strategies of establishing and maintaining a good credit rating for effective credit management (e.g., credit cards, auto loans, mortgages) SE: For related material see: Advertising and Installment Buying, 243; Americans Rely on Credit, 283; Speculation, 284; Increased Consumption and Consumerism, ; Savings and Loan Crisis, 576 Topic Assessment: Topic 5 Assessment (5. Analyze Unintended Consequences in the Private Sector), 603 SS c Compare and contrast the cost and benefits of various lending institutions (e.g., banks, credit unions, paycheck advance businesses, pawn shops) SS d Students will identify situations when borrowing money and paying interest may be a wise or unwise decision SE: For related material see: Banking, 20, 142, 280, , 293, 300, 302 Topic Assessment: Topic 5 Assessment (5. Analyze Unintended Consequences in the Private Sector), 603 SE: For related material see: Advertising and Installment Buying, 243; Americans Rely on Credit, 283; Speculation, 284; Increased Consumption and Consumerism, ; Savings and Loan Crisis, 576 Topic Assessment: Topic 5 Assessment (5. Analyze Unintended Consequences in the Private Sector),

24 SS Students will evaluate savings, investment, and risk management strategies to achieve financial goals. SS a Explain the importance of SE: For related material see: Banking, 20, saving to ensure financial security 142, 280, , 293, 300, 302; Advertising and Installment Buying, 243; Americans Rely on Credit, 283; Speculation, 284; Increased Consumption and Consumerism, ; Savings and Loan Crisis, 576 Topic Assessment: Topic 5 Assessment (5. Analyze Unintended Consequences in the Private Sector), 603 SS b Implement an investment strategy that is compatible with personal goals (e.g., stocks, bonds, mutual funds, retirement plans) SE: For related material see: Advertising and Installment Buying, 243; Americans Rely on Credit, 283; Speculation, 284; Increased Consumption and Consumerism, ; Savings and Loan Crisis, 576 Topic Assessment: Topic 5 Assessment (5. Analyze Unintended Consequences in the Private Sector), 603 SS c Analyze appropriate and cost effective risk management strategies (e.g., health, disability, life, auto insurance) SE: For related material see: Advertising and Installment Buying, 243; Americans Rely on Credit, 283; Speculation, 284; Increased Consumption and Consumerism, ; Savings and Loan Crisis, 576 Topic Assessment: Topic 5 Assessment (5. Analyze Unintended Consequences in the Private Sector),

25 Government SS Students will analyze the roles and responsibilities of government in various economic systems. SS a Examine how governments utilize taxation to provide goods and services to society (e.g., disaster relief, flood control, police protection) SE: A New Tax on Income, 183; Income Tax Rates, 249; Tax Cuts and Deregulation, ; 21st Century Skills: Paying Taxes, Topic Assessment: Topic 3 (13. Describe Emergence of Monetary Policy), 152; Topic 12 (3. Describe Reaganomics), 603 SS b Investigate multiple roles of government in a market economy (e.g., forms of taxation, enforcing private property and zoning laws, collecting sales tax) SE: Protective tariffs, 19 20, 78, 142, ; Bank Politics and Economic Woes, 20; Second Bank of the United States, 20; The Changing Relationship Between Government and Business, 89 90; Monetary Policy, 142, 143; Antitrust legislation, 85, 89 90, 97, 117, 157, 178, 181, 185, 209; The ICC Takes on the Railroads, ; A New Tax on Income, 183; Regulation of Commercial Banks, 184; Federal Trade Commission, ; Economic Prosperity Under Coolidge, ; Reconstruction Finance Corporation, 298; Reforming the Financial System, ; Two Presidents Respond, ; The New Deal Expands, ; Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), 302; An Increasingly Significant Role Promoting Economic Growth, ; An Expansion of Executive Power, ; Tax Cuts and Deregulation, ; Federal Budget (Surpluses, Deficits), 599 Topic Assessment: Topic 3 (13. Describe Emergence of Monetary Policy), 152; Topic 4 (1. Describe Benefits and Costs of Antitrust Acts), 209; (12. Evaluate Pros and Cons of International Treaties), 210; Topic 5 (8. Explain Economic Development), 275; (9. Identify Impact of Tariffs), 275; Topic 6 (3. Identify Impact of Tariffs on the Great Depression), 327; Topic 12 (3. Describe Reaganomics), 603; Topic 13 (1. Describe NAFTA),

26 SS c Explore various forms of taxation (earning, consumption, or wealth) and discuss outcomes of various tax philosophies as drivers of economic activity SE: A New Tax on Income, 183; Income Tax Rates, 249; Tax Cuts and Deregulation, ; 21st Century Skills: Paying Taxes, Topic Assessment: Topic 3 (13. Describe Emergence of Monetary Policy), 152; Topic 12 (3. Describe Reaganomics), 603 SS d Research the role of government in the development of economic systems (e.g., historic and current examples of command, market, traditional, mixed systems) SE: This standard is met throughout the program. Examples include the following references: Banking, 20, 142, 280, , 293, 300, 302; Free Enterprise Encourages the Rise of Entrepreneurship, 77 78; Antitrust legislation, 85, 89 90, 97, 117, 157, 178, 181, 185, 209; Regulation of Commercial Banks, 184; Federal Trade Commission, ; Reconstruction Finance Corporation, 298; Two Presidents Respond, ; The New Deal Expands, ; Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), 302; An Expansion of Executive Power, ; The Role of Entrepreneurs, 427, 428; Franchise Businesses, 427; American Corporations Go Multinational, 428; Community Reinvestment Act, 557; Goals and Impacts of Reagonomics, 575; The United States and Global Business, 610; The Role of the United States in the Future Economy, Topic Assessment: Topic 3 (13. Describe Emergence of Monetary Policy), 152; Topic 4 (1. Describe Benefits and Costs of Antitrust Acts), 209; (12. Evaluate Pros and Cons of International Treaties), 210; Topic 5 (8. Explain Economic Development), 275; (9. Identify Impact of Tariffs), 275; Topic 6 (3. Identify Impact of Tariffs on the Great Depression), 327; Topic 12 (3. Describe Reaganomics), 603; Topic 13 (1. Describe NAFTA),

27 SS e Analyze government policies and regulations in areas of market failure (e.g., monopolies, externalities, nonenforcement of property rights) SE: This standard is met throughout the program. Examples include the following references: Banking, 20, 142, 280, , 293, 300, 302; National Consumers League (NCL), 165; Antitrust legislation, 85, 89 90, 97, 117, 157, 178, 181, 185, 209; Regulation of Commercial Banks, 184; Federal Trade Commission, ; Lack of government intervention in the economy, 286; Reconstruction Finance Corporation, 298; Two Presidents Respond, ; The New Deal Expands, ; Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), 302; An Expansion of Executive Power, ; Community Reinvestment Act, 557; Goals and Impacts of Reagonomics, 575; The United States and Global Business, 610 Topic Assessment: Topic 1 (2. Compare and Contrast Rival Plans for Reconstruction), 72; (3. Describe the Effects of Reconstruction), 72; Topic 2 (9. Describe Benefits and Costs of Sherman Antitrust Act), 117; Topic 2 (10. Explain Actions to Expand Economic Opportunities for Minorities), 117; Topic 3 (6. Explain Actions to Expand Economic Opportunities and Political Rights), 151; (8. Describe Economic Impact of Homestead Act), 152; Topic 3 (13. Describe Emergence of Monetary Policy), 152; Topic 4 (1. Describe Benefits and Costs of Antitrust Acts), 209; Topic 6 (3. Identify Impact of Tariffs on the Great Depression),

28 SS Students will examine the government s influence on economic systems through fiscal policy. SS a Examine how governments SE: Monetary Policy, 142, 143; A New Tax can use taxing and spending policies to on Income, 183; Income Tax Rates, 249; influence behavior (e.g., alcohol tax, home Tax Cuts and Deregulation, ; Goals mortgage interest deduction) and Impacts of Reagonomics, 575; Federal Budget (Surpluses, Deficits), 599; 21st Century Skills: Paying Taxes, Topic Assessment: Topic 3 (13. Describe Emergence of Monetary Policy), 152; Topic 5 (8. Explain Economic Development), 275; Topic 12 (3. Describe Reaganomics), 603 SS b Examine the impact of fiscal policy on budget deficits\surpluses and national debt SE: Monetary Policy, 142, 143; Tax Cuts and Deregulation, ; Goals and Impacts of Reagonomics, 575; Federal Budget (Surpluses, Deficits), 599 Topic Assessment: Topic 3 (13. Describe Emergence of Monetary Policy), 152; Topic 5 (8. Explain Economic Development), 275; Topic 12 (3. Describe Reaganomics), 603 SS c Examine the impact of the unemployment rate on the economy (frictional, structural, cyclical) SE: Business Cycle, 280; Unemployment Leaves Families Struggling, ; Unemployment, 313; Minimum Wage, 310; Increased Opportunities in Employment, 369; American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (ARRA), 623; Economic Issues and Reform (unemployment), 624 Topic Assessment: Topic 3 Assessment (8. Describe Impact of Defense Spending),

29 Globalization SS Students will evaluate how international trade benefits individuals, organizations, and nations SS a Analyze the effects of various trade policies (e.g., identify short term/long term impacts) SE: Protective tariffs, 19 20, 78, 142, ; Federal Trade Commission, ; U.S. Trade Deficit with Japan, 576; Free Trade and Treaties, Topic Assessment: Topic 5 (9. Identify Impact of Tariffs), 275; Topic 6 (3. Identify Impact of Tariffs on the Great Depression), 327; Topic 13 (1. Describe NAFTA), 637 SS b Identify goods which are available at a lower price because of international trade SS c Explain how trade barriers impact the prices and quantity of goods in the domestic market SE: For related material see: Free Trade and Treaties, Topic Assessment: Topic 13 (1. Describe NAFTA), 637 SE: Protective tariffs, 19 20, 78, 142, ; Federal Trade Commission, ; U.S. Trade Deficit with Japan, 576; Free Trade and Treaties, Topic Assessment: Topic 5 (9. Identify Impact of Tariffs), 275; Topic 6 (3. Identify Impact of Tariffs on the Great Depression), 327; Topic 13 (1. Describe NAFTA), 637 SS Students will evaluate how international trade affects the domestic economy. SS a Identify goods which are SE: For related material see: Free Trade available at a lower price because of and Treaties, international trade Topic Assessment: Topic 13 (1. Describe NAFTA), 637 SS b Explain how trade barriers impact the prices and quantity of goods in the domestic market SE: Protective tariffs, 19 20, 78, 142, ; Federal Trade Commission, ; U.S. Trade Deficit with Japan, 576; Free Trade and Treaties, Topic Assessment: Topic 5 (9. Identify Impact of Tariffs), 275; Topic 6 (3. Identify Impact of Tariffs on the Great Depression), 327; Topic 13 (1. Describe NAFTA),

30 Geography K-12 Geography: Students will develop and apply spatial perspective and geographic skills to make informed decisions regarding issues and current events at local, state, national and international levels. The World in Spatial Terms High School (United States/World) SS Students will analyze where (spatial) and why people, places, and environments are organized on the Earth s surface. SS a Analyze geographical information sources (e.g., map, globe, atlas, remote sensing, GPS, and GIS) SE: 21 st Century Skills: Read Physical Maps, ; Read Political Maps, ; Read Special Purpose Maps, ; Use Parts of a Map, ; Analyze Maps, 53, 80, 123, 125, 131, 133, 148, 150, 168, 179, 183, 194, 195, 201, 203, 204, 215, 217, 221, 228, 232, 242, 292, 301, 303, 355, 357, 363, 375, 377, 378, 384, 415, 426, 450, 490, 492, 498, 506, 540, 549, 560, 572, 585, 591, 593, 594, 609, 615 Topic Assessment (activities involving maps and spatial data): Topic 8 (1. Describe Berlin Airlift), 444; Topic 9 (5. Describe Role of Groups in Maintaining Status Quo), 484; Topic 11 (11. Analyze Sunbelt Migration), 564; Topic 12 (16. Understand Global Positioning Products), 604 SS b Apply map scale as a geographical tool and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of projections (e.g., large scale/small scale, Peters, Mercator, plane, conical, cylindrical) SS c Analyze mental maps and spatial relationships. (e.g., city development, urban planning based on railroads, location of natural resources) SE: 21 st Century Skills: Read Physical Maps, ; Read Political Maps, ; Read Special Purpose Maps, ; Use Parts of a Map, Topic Assessment (activities involving maps and spatial data): Topic 8 (1. Describe Berlin Airlift), 444; Topic 9 (5. Describe Role of Groups in Maintaining Status Quo), 484; Topic 11 (11. Analyze Sunbelt Migration), 564 SE: For related material see: 21 st Century Skills: Read Physical Maps, ; Read Political Maps, ; Read Special Purpose Maps, ; Use Parts of a Map,

31 SS d Apply spatial thinking to investigate issues and justify decisions. (e.g., consolidation of schools, closing of post offices) SE: Topic Assessment: Environmental Issues: Topic 9 (14. Identify Roles in Managing Environment), 485; Topic 11 (7. Identify Roles in Managing the Environment), 563 Topic Assessment: Activities Involving Maps and Spatial Data: Topic 8 (1. Describe Berlin Airlift), 444; Topic 9 (5. Describe Role of Groups in Maintaining Status Quo), 484; Topic 11 (11. Analyze Sunbelt Migration), 564 Topic Assessment: Human Interaction with Environment: Topic 1 (10. Analyze the Problems of New Farming Systems), 73; Topic 2 (5. Analyze Farm Issues in the South), 117; (6. Explain Technological Innovations in Agriculture), 117; Topic 3 (4. Analyze Impact of Geographic Factors on Klondike Gold Rush), 151; Topic 6 (12. Identify Roles in Managing the Environment), st Century Skills: Create Charts and Maps, ; Read Physical Maps, ; Read Political Maps, ; Read Special Purpose Maps, ; Use Parts of a Map, Mastered Mastered 31

32 Places and Regions SS Students will examine how regions form and change over time. SS a Analyze physical and human SE: Migration & Immigration, 74, 77, 78, processes that shape places and regions 79 81, 83 84, 86 88, 90, 92, 94 98, 100, (e.g., erosion, international trade, , 119, 156, 256, 259, 482, 532, weathering, climate, migration, 536, 537, 563, 593, 630, 636; international trade ) Urbanization, 83, 105, 106, 107, 114, 118, 173, 245, 269, 276, 426, , 482, 533; Free Trade and Treaties, ; Competing in a Global Economy, ; Innovation Boosts Growth, Topic Assessment: Topic 5 (14. Analyze Causes and Effects of Great Migration), 276; Topic 6 (1. Analyze Causes and Effects of Changing Demographic Patterns), 327; Topic 8 (7. Analyze Effects of Demographic Patterns), 445; Topic 9 (9. Analyze Demographic Patterns), 485 SS b Examine the importance of places and regions to individual and social identity (e.g., nationalism, national monuments, local legends, parks, subcultures, nationalism, territoriality, iconography) SS c Analyze the changes in places and regions over time (e.g., migration, urbanization, fertility and mortality, industrialization) SE: The West Is Transformed, ; Farm Issues and Populism, ; The United States Emerges as a World Power, ; The Environmental Movement, Environmental Issues: Topic 8 (1. Describe Berlin Airlift), 444; Topic 9 (14. Identify Roles in Managing Environment), 485; Topic 11 (7. Identify Roles in Managing the Environment), 563; (11. Analyze Sunbelt Migration), 564 SE: Immigration, 74, 77, 78, 79 81, 83 84, 86 88, 90, 92, 94 98, 100, , 119, 156, 256, 259, 482, 532, 536, 537, 563, 593, 630, 636; Urbanization, 83, 105, 106, 107, 114, 118, 173, 245, 269, 276, 426, , 482, 533 Environmental Issues: Topic 9 (14. Identify Roles in Managing Environment), 485; Topic 11 (7. Identify Roles in Managing the Environment),

33 SS d Analyze the interdependence of places and regions. (e.g., international trade, NAFTA, EU) SS e Analyze critical issues and problems of places and regions. (e.g., current events) SE: America and the World Economy, Topic Assessment: Topic 13 (1. Describe NAFTA), 637; Assessment (2. Explain Economic Impact of Technological Innovations), 637; (3. Identify Impact of Multinational Corporations), 637 SE: Farm Issues and Populism, ; The Environmental Movement, ; Energy and the Environment, ; Oil Embargo, 547, 548, 564 Environmental Issues: Topic 9 (14. Identify Roles in Managing Environment), 485; Topic 11 (7. Identify Roles in Managing the Environment), 563 SS f Apply regional analysis of geographic issues and questions. (e.g., discussing current events and issues of the day in a geographical context) SE: For related material see: Analyze Maps, 53, 80, 123, 125, 131, 133, 148, 150, 168, 179, 183, 194, 195, 201, 203, 204, 215, 217, 221, 228, 232, 242, 292, 301, 303, 355, 357, 363, 375, 377, 378, 384, 415, 426, 450, 490, 492, 498, 506, 540, 549, 560, 572, 585, 591, 593, 594, 609, 615 Topic Assessment: Topic 6 Assessment (12. Identify Roles in Managing the Environment), 328; Topic 9 (14. Identify Roles in Managing Environment), 485; Topic 8 (1. Describe Berlin Airlift), 444; Topic 9 (5. Describe Role of Groups in Maintaining Status Quo), 484; Topic 11 (11. Analyze Sunbelt Migration),