9th Grade Continuity And Change Lessons

Examine the key elements of the Progressive Era and analyze the political and social changes in the United States from 1890 to 1920. Gain insights into the historical context, evaluate political movements, and understand their impact on modern social structures. Focus on the development of critical thinking skills and historical analysis to connect past events with contemporary issues.

Examine the geographic and historical aspects of imperialism by identifying and analyzing the continents, regions, countries, and bodies of water as known during the colonization era. Develop an understanding of how geography influenced historical events and colonial endeavors, gaining insights into the enduring effects of these processes on global history.

Understand the key characteristics and examples of formal organizations with a focus on bureaucracies and the Iron Law of Oligarchy. Gain insight into organizational dynamics and power distribution to enhance comprehension of sociological concepts in formal settings. Develop a deeper understanding of how these structures function and influence behavior and decision-making within organizations.

Explore human development concepts focusing on the transition from adolescence to early adulthood. Understand developmental characteristics such as physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional changes, and gain insights into psychological theories like Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs.

Engage in developing causation skills through the evaluation of historical events, focusing on the influence of imperialism and the roles of women in different societies. Enhance the ability to analyze historical events critically and comprehend the broader impacts of social and economic changes on a global scale.

Examine the transformative period of the Meiji Restoration and its profound impact on Japan's political and social structures. Understand the transition from traditional systems to modern governance, the emergence of a unified nation-state, and the significant socio-economic changes that occurred during this era.

Explore the essential components of Earth's atmosphere and understand the impact of greenhouse gases on climate change. Gain knowledge of atmospheric layers and their functions, including the critical role of the ozone layer. Learn to identify and explain the effects of various greenhouse gases on the climate system.

Explore the fundamental differences between weather and climate and understand the long-term impacts of climate change. Gain insights into how climate is measured over extended periods and how climatic systems manifest through weather patterns. Enhance critical thinking about environmental issues and develop a deeper awareness of the importance of climate action.

Focuses on essential aspects of historical thinking through questions about chronological reasoning, comparison, and contextualization. Aims to equip learners with the ability to critically analyze historical content, fostering skills in crafting arguments and synthesizing information.

Examine key concepts of slope determination and rate of change within linear relationships, enhancing comprehension through targeted questions. Learners will master calculating slopes from various data forms and apply this knowledge to solve real-world problems using linear equations.

Investigate the differences between physical and chemical changes by answering a series of questions and analyzing scenarios. Learners will recognize various types of changes in matter and comprehend the signs indicative of chemical reactions.

Explore critical thinking and problem-solving techniques through the lenses of cognitive psychology and decision-making processes. Gain insights into abstract thinking, heuristics, and cognitive biases to enhance the ability to process information and make informed decisions.