World History

​World History is a survey course and a continuation of the K-8 core curriculum beginning with the Neolithic Revolution and concluding with the Modern Era.  The desired outcome of this course is that students develop relevant enduring understandings of current world issues and relate them to their historical, political, economic, geographical and cultural contexts. As students examine the historical roots of significant events, ideas, movements, and phenomena, they encounter the contributions and patterns of civilizations of the past and societies around the world. Students taking this course will broaden their historical perspectives as they explore ways societies have dealt with continuity and change, exemplified by concepts such as civilization, revolution, government, economics, war, stability, movement, technology, etc.​

Please see upcoming and daily assignments listed below. Use the buttons below to access classroom content and resources. All assignments can be accessed below or via Google Classroom. 

Extra Credit: Students may receive extra credit by responding to and commenting on blog posts and comments on the World History Extra Credit page. Students must adhere to the following guidelines in order to receive credit.

Announcements:

  • ​Unit 1 Test is WEDNESDAY September 20!
  • Extra Credit for Unit 1 is due by WEDNESDAY September 20 by Midnight!
  • Genius Hour: Project Proposal is DUE week of September 25!

Daily Classroom Activities

Friday September 22Wednesday September 20
  • Topic: Unit 1 Test
  • ​Essential Standard: WH.H.2
  • Golden Hawk Historians will...
    • Demonstrate mastery of concepts relating to Ancient Civilizations.
  • Agenda
    • Unit 1 Test
    • When finished...
      • Unit 2: Byzantine, Spread of Islam, and Russia Notes
      • Genius Hour
      • Make Up Work
  • Homework​
Tuesday September 19
  • Topic: Ancient Greece and Rome
  • ​Essential Standard: WH.H.2.2, WH.H.2.4, WH.H.2.5, WH.H.2.8, WH.H.2.9.
  • Golden Hawk Historians will...
    • Analyze how ancient civilizations developed and expanded into empires of unprecedented size and diversity by creating centralized governments and by promoting commerce and a common culture.
    • ​Evaluate how social class and caste systems may impede economic, political, and social opportunity and limit diversity within society.
  • Agenda
  • Homework​
Monday September 18
  • Topic: Ancient Greece and Rome
  • ​Essential Standard: WH.H.2.2, WH.H.2.4, WH.H.2.5, WH.H.2.8, WH.H.2.9.
  • Golden Hawk Historians will...
    • Analyze how ancient civilizations developed and expanded into empires of unprecedented size and diversity by creating centralized governments and by promoting commerce and a common culture.
    • ​Evaluate how social class and caste systems may impede economic, political, and social opportunity and limit diversity within society.
  • Agenda
  • Homework​
Friday September 15 Thursday September 14
  • Topic: India and China
  • ​Essential Standard: WH.H.2.2, WH.H.2.4, WH.H.2.5, WH.H.2.7
  • Golden Hawk Historians will...
    • Analyze the different achievements of China and India and evaluate the lasting impact of those achievements.
    • Analyze how ancient civilizations developed and expanded into empires of unprecedented size and diversity by creating centralized governments and by promoting commerce and a common culture.
  • Agenda
  • Homework​
Wednesday September 13
  • Topic: India and China
  • ​Essential Standard: WH.H.2.2, WH.H.2.4, WH.H.2.5, WH.H.2.7
  • Golden Hawk Historians will...
    • Analyze the different achievements of China and India and evaluate the lasting impact of those achievements.
    • Analyze how ancient civilizations developed and expanded into empires of unprecedented size and diversity by creating centralized governments and by promoting commerce and a common culture.
  • Agenda
  • Homework​
Tuesday September 12
  • Topic: Hammurabi's Code
  • ​Essential Standard: WH.H.2.3, WH.H.2.4, WH.H.2.5
  • Golden Hawk Historians will...
    • Analyze the different achievements of Mesopotamia and Egypt and evaluate the lasting impact of those achievements.
    • ​Evaluate the extent to which written laws reinforced the belief that government had a responsibility for what behaviors were acceptable in a society and the consequences of unacceptable behaviors.
  • Agenda
  • Homework​
    • Watch and take notes “Unit 1: China and India” and finish "Check for Understanding" due WEDNESDAY
    • Study for Unit 1: Characteristics of a Civilization, Mesopotamia, and Egypt Quiz on WEDNESDAY
    • Finish RLAH - Hammurabi's Code (CATCH Annotation, Guided Questions, and ACES + C Writing) due WEDNESDAY
Monday September 11
  • Topic: Hammurabi's Code
  • ​Essential Standard: WH.H.2.3, WH.H.2.4, WH.H.2.5
  • Golden Hawk Historians will...
    • Analyze the different achievements of Mesopotamia and Egypt and evaluate the lasting impact of those achievements.
    • ​Evaluate the extent to which written laws reinforced the belief that government had a responsibility for what behaviors were acceptable in a society and the consequences of unacceptable behaviors.
  • Agenda
  • Homework​
    • Watch and take notes “Unit 1: China and India” and finish "Check for Understanding" due WEDNESDAY
    • Study for Unit 1: Characteristics of a Civilization, Mesopotamia, and Egypt Quiz on WEDNESDAY
​Friday September 8 Thursday September 7
  • Topic: Characteristics of Ancient Civilizations
  • ​Essential Standard: WH.H.2.1
  • Golden Hawk Historians will...
    • Explain and analyze various reasons for the rise of early river valley civilizations across the globe.
  • Agenda
  • Homework​
Wednesday September 6 Tuesday September 5 Friday September 1 Thursday August 31 Wednesday August 30
  • Topic: Historical Thinking Skills
  • ​Essential Standard: WH.H.1
  • Golden Hawk Historians will...
    • Consider what it means to think like a historian.
    • Consider multiple perspectives of various peoples in the past by demonstrating their different motives, beliefs, interests, etc.
  • Agenda
  • Homework​
    • Syllabus and teaching methodology reviewed and Parent Letter signed and returned due Friday.
    • Gather materials needed for class due Friday
Tuesday August 29
  • Topic: Wo​rld History Pre-Test
  • ​Essential Standard: All
  • Golden Hawk Historians will...
    • Demonstrate their current understanding of World History in an effort to understand current mastery levels and areas of necessary growth.
  • Agenda
    • ​World History Pre-Test
  • Homework​
    • Syllabus and teaching methodology reviewed and Parent Letter signed and returned due Friday.
    • Gather materials needed for class due Friday
Monday August 28
  • Topic: ​Welcome to World History!
  • ​Essential Standard: N/A
  • Golden Hawk Historians will...
    • ​Learn Ms. Osborn’s rules, procedures, and expectations.
  • Agenda
  • Homework​
    • Syllabus and teaching methodology reviewed and Parent Letter signed and returned due Friday.
    • Gather materials needed for class due Friday