International baccalaureate organization

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   International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme Information
   

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   Assessment
   

Students will be assessed in a number of ways using many different tools. These assessments may include informal discussions with the teacher and other students, completion of math problems, reporting the results of a group investigation and using other talents (drawing, signing or writing) to express or demonstrate their knowledge and understanding. In addition, students will be assessed periodically using assessments provided by Fulton County and practice CRCT questions to monitor their readiness to succeed on the CRCT. I will provide the supplies required to complete these assessments. Students must request and receive my permission to use any additional materials for their assessment. Student work will be graded using the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme Assessment Criteria

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   Guiding Questions
   

Each unit of study will be ctaught using a specific guiding question to guide the students toward a more comprhensive study and understanding of the topic.

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   Vertical Alignment
   

Each math unit will be coordinated with other academic disciplines in order for students to understand the connection between humanities and their other subjects. For example, when each geographic area of the world is studied the class may use graphs from mathematics, information from heir study of science or local art work to gain a better understanding of the area.

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   Resources
   

Computer lab and mobile computer carts

Atlas

7th Grade TAG Social Studies Mrs. Bouboulis Bouboulis@fultonschools.org Room 227 404-843-7710
In 7th Grade TAG Social Studies, students will study the geography, history, political structures, and economics of Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.
Rules: Follow directions the FIRST time. Respect yourself and others at all times. Complete your assignments when they are due. Show up on time for class. Be prepared when you come to class (i.e., supplies, textbooks) Enter the classroom and sit at your desk immediately.	Consequences: 1st Offense- Verbal Warning 2nd Offense- Silent Lunch and/or loss of break time 3rd Offense- Grade level after school Detention (return with Parent Signature*) 4th Offense- After school Detention (return with Parent Signature*) 5th Offense- Office Referral *Failure to return forms signed by a parent will result in a higher consequence---Consequences start over each semester. Severe Offense- results in an immediate office referral
Policies and Procedures
Grading Scale A = 100-90 C = 79-70 B = 89-80 F = 69- 0		Grading Policy Tests/Projects/Essays 40% Class work 20% Quizzes 30% Homework 10%
Academic Integrity- All students will follow the Ridgeview Charter School Honor Code. Anyone who copies, cheats, plagiarizes or does not complete his or her own work on any assignment or test will receive a zero and will not be allowed to make up the grade. All work must be in the student’s own words.		Assignments- Assignments will either be completed in class or at home. Homework should not take any more than 30 minutes/night. Extra help is available with Mrs. Bouboulis before or after school by appointment. Grades- Progress Reports or Report Cards go home every 9 weeks. These must be returned with a parent signature within 3 school days.
Late Work- Points will be deducted for late assignments as follows: 1 day late: -15 points 2 days late: -30 points 3 days late: -50 points 4+days late: no credit given Late work forms are in the classroom. A form MUST be attached to all work turned in late or it will not be graded. NOTE: Failure to complete homework will result in the student losing their break and/or being referred to the PASS program to complete their assignment.		Excused Absences/Make-Up Work It is the student’s responsibility to contact the teacher regarding missing assignments. You have the number of days you were absent to make up your work. After your allotted days, make-up work will be graded on the late-work policy. Tests and quizzes missed due to an EXCUSED absence may be made up before or after school with an appointment. Any work not made up within the time frame will receive a zero. Since assignments, projects, and essays are announced in advance, if you are here for part of the day, your work must be turned in that day. Make-up work forms are in the classroom and MUST be attached to all work turned in late or it will not be graded.
Recovery Policy Opportunities designed to allow students to recover from a low or failing cumulative grade will be allowed when all work required to date has been completed and the student has demonstrated a legitimate effort to meet all course requirements including attendance. Teachers will determine when and how students with extenuating circumstances may improve their grades.
Daily Supplies 1 inch 3- ring binder Notebook paper 5-subject dividers Pencil and Pen (Blue or Black ink)			Additional Materials Highlighter (any color) Colored Pen (other than blue or black ink) Book Cover Passport (formerly Agenda)
I have read and understand all the policies and procedures. I agree to keep this page in my journal at all times for reference. X Student Signature Date ____/____/_______			I have read all the policies and procedures. I understand my child’s responsibilities and know how to contact Mrs. Bouboulis if I have any concerns. X / / Parent Signature Date Phone Number: ______________________ Parent Email Address: _________________________

Mrs. Helen Bouboulis, Ridgeview Charter School, Fulton County Public Schools, Atlanta, Georgia
Course Outline -7^th Grade TAG Social Studies Mrs. Helen Bouboulis, Room 227



Course Description
The emphasis in seventh grade is on the study of history, geography and culture of selected regions: Asia, the Middle East and Africa. Each unit focuses on a geographic overview, historic development, people and culture, political systems and economic systems.

I. Aims and Objectives
Students will be able to

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  Identify and explain significant historical developments leading to and of 20^th and 21^st century Africa and Asia
  
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  Describe the development of the three major religions that originated in the Middle East
  
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  Explain the impact of location, climate, physical characteristics, natural resources, and population size on these regions of the modern world
  
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  Describe the cultural characteristics of Asia, The Middle East, and Africa
  
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  Describe the impact of governmental policies and individual behaviors on these regions of the modern world
  
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  Describe different economic systems and economic policies as they relate to these regions of the modern world
  
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  Explain concepts of personal money management
  
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  Use cardinal and intermediate directions to determine relative location
  
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  Use a grid system (letter/number and latitude/longitude) to determine absolute location
  
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  Use map scales to determine distance
  
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  Draw conclusions/make generalizations based on information from a map
  
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  Identify social studies issues and/or problems and formulate appropriate research questions
  
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  Identify alternative solutions and their consequences
  
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  Select an appropriate solution
  
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  Identify and use social studies reference resources for a specific purpose (books, atlases, periodicals, newspapers, computer software, the World Wide Web and other print, non-print and electronic media)
  
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  Use charts and tables to organize information
  
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  Use timelines and calendars to sequence
  
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  Use outlines, diagrams, and flowcharts to organize data
  

Unit 2 20^th Century Asia

Unit 3 Asia’s Political and Economic Systems

Unit 4 Origins of Middle Eastern Cultures

Unit 5 20^th Century Middle East

Unit 6 Middle Eastern Political and Economic Systems

Unit 7 Origins of African Cultures

Unit 8 Colonization and Independence of African Nations

Unit 9 20^th Century Africa

Unit 10 Africa’s Political and Economic Systems

Unit 11 Personal Finance

III. International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme Information

1. 
   Assessment: Students will be assessed using both formative (quizzes, homework, classwork) and summative (tests, essays, projects) assessments throughout the year. Student work will periodically be graded using the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme Assessment Criteria which includes: (A) Knowledge, (B) Concepts, (C) Skills, and (D) Organization and Presentation.
   

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   Guiding Question(s): Guiding question(s) for each unit will be posted on the board each day.
   

Holt, Rinehart & Winston People, Places, and Change (2005) – Replacement Cost: $43.50

regions: Asia, the Middle East and Africa. Each unit focuses on a geographic overview,

historic development, people and culture, political systems and economic systems.

I. Aims and Objectives
Students will be able to

• 
  Identify and explain significant historical developments leading to and of 20^th and 21^st century Africa and Asia
  
• 
  Describe the development of the three major religions that originated in the Middle East
  
• 
  Explain the impact of location, climate, physical characteristics, natural resources, and population size on these regions of the modern world
  
• 
  Describe the cultural characteristics of Asia, The Middle East, and Africa
  
• 
  Describe the impact of governmental policies and individual behaviors on these regions of the modern world
  
• 
  Describe different economic systems and economic policies as they relate to these regions of the modern world
  
• 
  Explain concepts of personal money management
  
• 
  Use cardinal and intermediate directions to determine relative location
  
• 
  Use a grid system (letter/number and latitude/longitude) to determine absolute location
  
• 
  Use map scales to determine distance
  
• 
  Draw conclusions/make generalizations based on information from a map
  
• 
  Identify social studies issues and/or problems and formulate appropriate research questions
  
• 
  Identify alternative solutions and their consequences
  
• 
  Select an appropriate solution
  
• 
  Identify and use social studies reference resources for a specific purpose (books, atlases, periodicals, newspapers, computer software, the World Wide Web and other print, non-print and electronic media)
  
• 
  Use charts and tables to organize information
  
• 
  Use timelines and calendars to sequence
  
• 
  Use outlines, diagrams, and flowcharts to organize data
  

Unit 2 20^th Century Asia

Unit 3 Asia’s Political and Economic Systems

Unit 4 Origins of Middle Eastern Cultures

Unit 5 20^th Century Middle East

Unit 6 Middle Eastern Political and Economic Systems

Unit 7 Origins of African Cultures

Unit 8 Colonization and Independence of African Nations

Unit 9 20^th Century Africa

Unit 10 Africa’s Political and Economic Systems

Unit 11 Personal Finance

III. International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme Information

3. 
   Assessment: Students will be assessed using both formative (quizzes, homework, classwork) and summative (tests, essays, projects) assessments throughout the year. Student work will periodically be graded using the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme Assessment Criteria which includes: (A) Knowledge, (B) Concepts, (C) Skills, and (D) Organization and Presentation.
   

4. 
   Guiding Question(s): Guiding question(s) for each unit will be posted on the board each day.
   

understand the connection between social studies and the real world.