Spur Social Studies 4

The scope of learning for this class covers topics at the state, national and international levels. Through this course, students will be able to differentiate common characteristics of social, political, cultural and economic groups that are critical to our history. Students will also locate and analyze historical documents and artifacts to distinguish conflict and cooperation among different cultures and groups that have impacted the development of our nation and world. This course will also enhance the student’s ability to use common geographic tools to interpret information on people, places and regions, as well as identify key principles and ideas within our governmental system