Grade 6 - Social Studies

California World History and Geography Ancient Civilizations 6A - Semester 1 (Credit: 0.50)

This course is designed to help you understand ancient history. The first unit delves into the skills used by historians to study the past. The first unit also traces the development of early humans. It will help you understand the importance of the Neolithic Revolution. In the second unit, youâ€™ll study the development of early civilizations of the Middle East and North Africa. The third unit explains the origin of different religions and the cultures associated with them.

California World History and Geography Ancient Civilizations 6B - Semester 2 (Credit: 0.50)

This course is designed to help broaden your understanding of ancient and classical societies. The first unit explores the major civilizations in India and China. In the second unit, you will examine early civilizations in the Mediterranean and the Aegean, as well as the rise of the Persian Empire and the city-states of Ancient Greece. You will also identify the spread of Greek civilization during and after the life of Alexander the Great. In the third and final unit, you will learn about ancient Rome, including its transition from a republic to empire and the legacy of ancient Greece and Rome. You will also examine the origins and main beliefs of Christianity.

Florida M/J US History A (Credit: 0.50)

In this course, you will learn about major events that took place in American history from the colonial period to the beginning of the 1800s. In the first and second units, you will evaluate historical and geographical data to help you develop your skills in social studies. In the third unit, you will learn about the major events and developments of colonial America. Next, you will analyze the causes and effects of the American Revolution. In the last unit, you will explore developments in the new nation, including the creation of the US Constitution. You will also study the Federalists and Anti-Federalists, the administrations of George Washington and John Adams, and the importance of the election of 1800.

Florida M/J US History B (Credit: 0.50)

In this course, you will learn about major events that took place in American history from the early 1800s through Reconstruction. In the first unit, you will analyze the importance of the Louisiana Purchase, the War of 1812, industrialization, and the Monroe era. In the second unit, you will examine the Jacksonian era, the impact of westward expansion, the reform movements of the mid-1800s, and the abolitionist movement. In the third unit, you will learn about the Civil War. You will analyze the factors that led to the Civil War and the impact of the war on the United States. In the last unit, you will explore the Reconstruction period.

Florida M/J World History A (Credit: 0.50)

In this course, you will discover civilizations of the ancient past. You will learn about the development of ancient civilizations and explore the origins of kingdoms and empires across the world.

Florida M/J World History B (Credit: 0.50)

In this course, you will learn about civilizations of the ancient past. Specifically, you will spend time learning about the rise and fall of the Roman Empire. You will also examine how ancient Greece and Rome have influenced present-day societies.

Florida World History 6 A - Semester 1 (Credit: 0.50)

In this course, you will discover civilizations of the ancient past. You will learn about the development of ancient civilizations and explore the origins of kingdoms and empires across the world.

Florida World History 6 B - Semester 1 (Credit: 1.00)

Middle School World History (Credit: 1.00)

This is an engaging, course offering students an in-depth but easily understood view of the human experience, from the earliest civilizations through the Age of Enlightenment. Interactive features allow students to apply their mastery of lessons through such activities as customizing maps and designing feudal villages. An audio pronunciation guide assists students' ability to say and remember the names of people and places. Frequent self-check practice questions and homework assignments prepare students for the accompanying assignments.

Middle School World History A (Credit: 0.50)

Middle School World History delivers instruction, practice, and review designed to build middle school students' knowledge of world history, from the Neolithic Revolution through the Middle Ages. By constantly honing their ability to analyze history, students build the depth of knowledge and higher-order thinking skills required to demonstrate their mastery when put to the test. The two-semester course is arranged in themed units, each with three to five lessons. In each unit, activities make complex ideas about world history accessible through focused content, guided analysis, multi-modal representations, and personalized feedback. Each lesson includes a variety of activities such as direct instruction, application of skills, performance tasks, and formative and summative assessments. Students engage with the subject matter in an interactive, feedback- rich environment as they progress through standards-aligned content and demonstrate their learning through computer- and teacher-scored assignments.

Middle School World History B (Credit: 0.50)

Ohio Social Studies 6 - Semester 1 (Credit: 1.00)

This course will strengthen your understanding of people and places throughout the world. In the first unit, you will examine the importance of historical thinking and mapping skills when studying the world and its people. You will also learn about the role culture and government play in contemporary societies. Finally, you will be introduced to economic concepts and how world economies trade and interact with one another.

Ohio Social Studies 6 - Semester 2 (Credit: 1.00)

This course will introduce you to ancient people and places throughout the world. The course includes lessons that cover various topics, including the development of early humans and the origin and beliefs of world religions. You will also study the development of different civilizations across the world.