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World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
WEEK 1- 1st Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
MONDAYAugust 24
Introduction Syllabus Classroom goals, objectives, and expectationsProcedures
TUESDAYAugust 25
9A,9B16C,20A,21A
Lesson 1: The Geographer’s Tools; Students will know-•the characteristics and uses of globes and various types of maps.•how map projections are created and best used.
Ch.1, L1
WEDNESDAYAugust 26
12A, 16C,20A,21A,23B
Lesson 1: The Geographer’s Tools; Students will know-• how to determine absolute and relative location.• how geospatial technologies are used and how geographers gather information.
Ch.1, L1
THURSDAYAugust 27
13B, 9A,9B,20B,21A
Lesson 2: The Geographer’s Craft; Students will know-• how the spatial perspective is unique to geography.• the six elements of geography and geography’s relationship to other disciplines.
Ch.1, L2
FRIDAYAugust 28
Assessment:*Hands-On Chapter Project*Chapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(9)(A) identify physical and/or human factors such as climate, vegetation, language, trade networks, political units, river systems, and religion that constitute a region (B) describe different types of regions, including formal, functional, and perceptual regions (12) (A) analyze how the creation, distribution, and management of key natural resources affects the location and patterns of movement of products, money, and people (13) (B) compare maps of voting patterns or political boundaries to make inferences about the distribution of political power (16)(C) explain ways various groups of people perceive the characteristics of their own and other cultures, places, and regions differently (20) (A) describe the impact of new information technologies such as the Internet, Global Positioning System (GPS), or Geographic Information Systems (GIS) (21) A) analyze and evaluate the validity and utility of multiple sources of geographic information such as primary and secondary sources, aerial photographs, and maps (23)(B) use case studies and GIS to identify contemporary challenges and to answer real-world questions
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,2C,2D, 3B,3F,4D,4G,4E,21, CCRS IA
WEEK 2- TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
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1st Six Weeks
MONDAYAugust 31
1A,3B
Introduction Why Geography Matters: The Physical World Economics and Resources: Water Scarcity
Ch 2, Intr.
TUESDAYSeptember 1
4B, Lesson 1: Planet Earth
Our Solar System: spheres, terrestrial planets, gas planets Getting to know the earth: hydrosphere, lithosphere, atmosphere,
biosphere
Ch 2, L1
WEDNESDAYSeptember 2
1A,3B,3C,4B,22C
Lesson 2: Forces of Change Earth’s Structure: core, mantle, crust, continental drift Internal Forces of Change: plates, folds, faults, earthquakes, volcanoes External Forces of Change: weathering, erosion, soil building
Ch 2, L2
THURSDAYSeptember 3
3C,19C,
Lesson 3: Earth’s Water The Water Cycle: evaporation, condensation, precipitation Bodies of Salt Water: desalination Bodies of Freshwater: groundwater, aquifer
Ch 2, L3
FRIDAYSeptember 4
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(1)(A) analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on the past and describe their impact on the present, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns and shaped the distribution of culture groups today(3)(B) describe the physical processes that affect the environment of regions, including weather, tectonic forces, erosion, and soil-building processes© examine the physical processes that affect the lithosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere(4)(B) describe different landforms and the physical processes that caused their development
(22)© use geographic terminology correctly
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,2C,2E,3E,3F3G,3H,4D CCRS IA
WEEK 3- 1st Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
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MONDAYSeptember 7
Introduction Why Geography Matters: Climates of the Earth Climate Change: the impacts on humans
Ch 3, Intr
TUESDAYSeptember 8
3A,3B,3C
Lesson 1: Earth-Sun Relationships Climate and Weather: tilt, rotation, revolution, equinox, solstice The Greenhouse Effect: atmospheric gases; water vapor, methane,
carbon dioxide
Ch 3, L1
WEDNESDAYSeptember 9
3B,4A,5A,8B
Lesson 2: Factors Affecting Climate Latitude, Climate, and Elevation: altitude zones Winds and Ocean Currents: prevailing winds, Coriolis effect Landforms and Climates: windward, leeward, rain shadow
Ch 3, L2
THURSDAYSeptember 10
4A,4C,
Lesson 3: World Climate Patterns Climate Regions and Biomes: natural vegetation, terrain Tropical-, Dry-, Midlaltitude-, Highlatitude-Climates Climate Change: global temperature
Ch 3, L3
FRIDAYSeptember 11
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(3)(A) explain weather conditions and climate in relation to annual changes in Earth-Sun relationships(B) describe the physical processes that affect the environment of regions, including weather, tectonic forces, erosion, and soil-building processes© examine the physical processes that affect the lithosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and biosphere.(4)(A) explain how elevation, latitude, wind systems, ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers influence temperature, precipitation, and distribution of climate regions© explain the influence of climate on the distribution of biomes in different regions.(11)© assess how changes in climate, resources, and infrastructure (technology, transportation, and communication) affect the location and patterns of economic activities
COMMENTS
ELPS 1C,1F,2E,2I,3B, 3D,3E,3H,4E,4G CCRS IA
WEEK 4- 1st Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
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MONDAYSeptember 14
5B,8A,16B,20B
Introduction Why Geography Matters: The Human World Human Development Index
Lesson 1: Global Cultures Elements of Culture: language families, ethnic groups, culture region Cultural Change: cultural diffusion, culture hearths, globalization
Ch 4, Intr
TUESDAYSeptember 15
7D,8A,10D,15A,16B,17A,17B,
Lesson 2: Population Geography Population Growth: demographic transition model Population Distribution: distribution vs. density
Lesson 3: Political Geography Features of Government: unitary system, federal system Geography and Government: natural-, cultural-, biometric boundary
Ch 4, L2,L3
WEDNESDAYSeptember 16
5B,6A,7A,7B,7C,9A,9B,14B,15B,
Conflict and Cooperation: terrorism Lesson 4: Economic Geography
Economic Systems: traditional vs. market economy, free enterprise Economic Development: more vs. less developed countries Economies and World Trade: GDP, emerging markets
Ch 4, L3, L4
THURSDAYSeptember 17
5A,5B,10A,10B,11A,
Lesson 5: Urban Geography The Nature of Cities: urban sprawl, connectivity, metropolitan Patterns of Urbanization: central place theory, world city Challenges of Urban Growth: environmental/social change
Ch 4, L5
FRIDAYSeptember 18
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
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TEKS Descriptor
***Celebrate Freedom Week (5)(A) analyze how the character of a place is related to its political, economic, social, and cultural elements; (B) interpret political, economic, social, and demographic indicators (gross domestic product per capita, life expectancy, literacy, and infant mortality) to determine level of development and standard of living in nations using the terms Human Development Index, less developed, newly industrialized, and more developed.(6)(A) locate and describe human and physical features that influence the size and distribution of settlements; (B) explain the processes that have caused changes in settlement patterns, including urbanization, transportation, access to and availability of resources, and economic activities. (7) (A) construct and analyze population pyramids and use other data, graphics, and maps to describe the population characteristics of different societies and to predict future population trends; (C) describe trends in world population growth and distribution; (D) examine benefits and challenges of globalization, including connectivity, standard of living, pandemics, and loss of local culture. (8)(A) compare ways that humans depend on, adapt to, and modify the physical environment, including the influences of culture and technology; (9)(A) identify physical and/or human factors such as climate, vegetation, language, trade networks, political units, river systems, and religion that constitute a region; (B) describe different types of regions, including formal, functional, and perceptual regions. (10)(A) describe the forces that determine the distribution of goods and services in free-enterprise, socialist, and communist economic systems; (B) classify where specific countries fall along the economic spectrum between free-enterprise and communism; (C) compare the ways people satisfy their basic needs through the production of goods and services such as subsistence agriculture versus commercial agriculture or cottage industries versus commercial industries; (D) compare global trade patterns over time and examine the implications of globalization, including outsourcing and free trade zones.(11) (A) understand the connections between levels of development and economic activities (primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary);(12)(A) analyze how the creation, distribution, and management of key natural resources affects the location and patterns of movement of products, money, and people;(13) (A) interpret maps to explain the division of land, including man-made and natural borders, into separate political units such as cities, states, or countries; (14)(B) compare how democracy, dictatorship, monarchy, republic, theocracy, and totalitarian systems operate in specific countries; (C) analyze the human and physical factors that influence the power to control territory and resources, create conflict/war, and impact international political relations of sovereign nations such as China, the United States, Japan, and Russia and organized nation groups such as the United Nations (UN), and the European Union (EU). (15)(A) identify and give examples of different points of view that influence the development of public policies and decision-making processes on local, state, national, and international levels; (B) explain how citizenship practices, public policies, and decision making may be influenced by cultural beliefs, including nationalism and patriotism.(16) (A) describe distinctive cultural patterns and landscapes associated with different places in Texas, the United States, and other regions of the world and how these patterns influenced the processes of innovation and diffusion(B) describe elements of culture, including language, religion, beliefs and customs, institutions, and technologies;© explain ways various groups of people perceive the characteristics of their own and other cultures, places, and regions differently; (D) compare life in a variety of urban and rural areas in the world to evaluate political, economic, social, and environmental changes.(17)(A) describe and compare patterns of culture such as language, religion, land use, education, and customs that make specific regions of the world distinctive; (18)(B) assess causes, effects, and perceptions of conflicts between groups of people including modern genocides and terrorism;(20)(B) examine the economic, environmental, and social effects of technology such as medical advancements or changing trade patterns on societies at different levels of development(22)© use geographic terminology correctly;
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,2C,2D,2I,2E,3E,3D,3G,3H,4D,4F,4G, CCRS IA,IC,ID,IIIA
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WEEK 5- 1st Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
MONDAYSeptember 21
1A,4A,7B,16A,23A
Introduction Why Geography Matters: The United States Patterns of Migration
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of the United States Landforms / Water Systems: shifted, altered, tributaries Climate/Biomes/and Resources: hurricanes, fossil fuels
Ch 5, Intr
Ch 5, L1
TUESDAYSeptember 22
1B,7B,8A,14C,15A20B,22A
Lesson 2: Human Geography of the United States History and Geography / Population Patterns: conflicts Society and Culture Today / Economic Activities
Lesson 3: People and their Environment Managing Resources: clear-cutting Human Impact: acid rain, smog, eutrophication
Ch 5, L2, L3
WEDNESDAYSeptember 23
8C,13A,16A
Addressing the Issues: aqueducts Lesson 4: Physical Geography of Texas
Plains: Coastal, North Central, Great Plains Mountains and Basins: maquiladoras
Ch 5, L4
THURSDAYSeptember 24
6B,16A
Lesson 5: Human Geography of Texas Population and Culture: metropolitan areas, Past and Present: First Texans, empresarios
Ch 5, L5
FRIDAYSeptember 25
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
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TEKS Descriptor
(1)(A) analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on the past and describe their impact on the present, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns and shaped the distribution of culture groups today; (B) trace the spatial diffusion of phenomena such as the Columbian Exchange or the diffusion of American popular culture and describe the effects on regions of contact(4)(A) explain how elevation, latitude, wind systems, ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers influence temperature, precipitation, and distribution of climate regions(7)(B) explain how political, economic, social, and environmental push and pull factors and physical geography affect the routes and flows of human migration(14)(C) analyze the human and physical factors that influence the power to control territory and resources, create conflict/war, and impact international political relations of sovereign nations such as China, the United States, Japan, and Russia and organized nation groups such as the United Nations (UN), and the European Union (EU)(15)(A) identify and give examples of different points of view that influence the development of public policies and decision-making processes on local, state, national, and international levels(16)(A) describe distinctive cultural patterns and landscapes associated with different places in Texas, the United States, and other regions of the world, and how these patterns influenced the processes of innovation and diffusion(18)(B) assess causes, effects, and perceptions of conflicts between groups of people including modern genocides and terrorism(20) (B) examine the economic, environmental, and social effects of technology such as medical advancements or changing trade patterns on societies at different levels of development(21)(C) create and interpret different types of maps to answer geographic questions, infer relationships, and analyze change(22)(A) design and draw appropriate graphics such as maps, diagrams, tables, and graphs to communicate geographic features, distributions, and relationships(23) (A) plan, organize, and complete a research project that involves asking geographic questions; acquiring, organizing, and analyzing information; answering questions; and communicating results
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,1B,1C,1D,1F,2C,2D,2I,3B,3D,3E,3H,4C,4D,4F,4G,
CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB
WEEK 1- 2nd Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
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MONDAYSeptember 28
3B,15B
Introduction Why Geography Matters: Canada Energy Resources and Indigenous Rights
Ch 6, Intr
TUESDAYSeptember 29
3B,22E,
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Canada Landforms: Laurentian Highlands, Canadian Shield, Appalachian Mts. Water Systems: Mackenzie, Fraser, St. Lawrence Rivers Climates, Biomes, and Resources: timberline, Chinook, aquaculture
Ch 6, L1
WEDNESDAYSeptember 30
5B,6B,11C,15B,17D
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Canada History and Government: Inuit, Quebecois Population Patterns: Nunavut, Loyalists, province Society and Culture Today: emigrate, education and healthcare Economic Activities: transportation and communication
Ch 6, L2
THURSDAYOctober 1
2B,8C,15A,17C
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources: boreal forest, hydroelectricity Human Impact: overfishing, logging, mining Addressing the Issues: greenhouse gas emissions
Ch 6, L3
FRIDAYOctober 2
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(6)(B) explain that processes that have caused changes in settlement patterns, including urbanization, transportation, access to and availability of resources, and economic activities.(8)(C) evaluate the economic and political relationships between settlements and the environment, including sustainable development and renewable/nonrenewable resources. (11(C) assess how changes in climate, resources, and infrastructure (technology, transportation, and communication) affect the location and patterns of economic activities. (15)(A) identify and give examples of different points of view that influence the development of public policies and decision-making processes on local, state, national, and international levels; (B) explain how citizenship practices, public policies, and decision making may be influenced by cultural beliefs, including nationalism and patriotism. (17) (C) compare economic, political, or social opportunities in different cultures for women, ethnic and religious minorities, and other underrepresented populations; (D) evaluate the experiences and contributions of diverse groups to multicultural societies. (22)(E) create original work using proper citations and understanding and avoiding plagiarism.
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,1B,2C,2I,3B,3C,3D,3E,3G,3H,4D,4F,4G CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB
WEEK 2- 2nd Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
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MONDAYOctober 5
2A Introduction Why Geography Matters: Mexico Challenges of Urbanization
Ch 7, Intr
TUESDAYOctober 6
1A,4C
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Mexico Landforms: Sierra Madre Occidental, Sierra Madre Oriental Water Systems: vertical climate zones Climates, Biomes, and Resources: Central Plateau
Ch 7, L1
WEDNESDAYOctober 7
5A,10D,17D,22B,
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Mexico History and Government: Aztecs, mestizos, conquistador Population Patterns: indigenous people, syncretism Society and Culture Today: extended family, indigenous cultures Economic Activities: cross-border shopping, maquiladoras
Ch 7, L2
THURSDAYOctober 8
12B,16D,22D,
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources: environmental degradation, deforestation Human Impact: urban growth, poverty, pollution Addressing the Issues: Border 2020, REDD+ program
Ch 7, L3
FRIDAYOctober 9
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(2)(A) describe human and physical characteristics of the same regions at different periods of time to evaluate relationships between past events and current conditions(4)(C) explain the influence of climate on the distribution of biomes in different regions(5)(A) analyze how the character of a place is related to its political, economic, social, and cultural elements(10)(D) compare global trade patterns over time and examine the implications of globalization, including outsourcing and free trade zones.(16)(D) compare life in a variety of urban and rural areas in the world to evaluate political, economic, social, and environmental changes(17)(D) evaluate the experiences and contributions of diverse groups to multicultural societies(22(B) generate summaries, generalizations, and thesis statements supported by evidence
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,1C,1F,2C,2E,2I,3B,3C,3E,3G,3H,4F,4G CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 3- 2nd Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
9
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MONDAYOctober 12
1B,18A
Introduction Why Geography Matters: Central America and the Caribbean Spatial Diffusion: The Columbian Exchange
Ch 8, Intr
TUESDAYOctober 13
1A,4A,
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Central America/Caribbean Landforms: Pacific Lowlands, Caribbean Lowlands, Cent. HIghlands Water Systems: Lake Nicaragua, Lake Managua, Isthmus of Panama Climates, Biomes, and Resources: biodiversity, elevation
Ch 8, L1
WEDNESDAYOctober 14
1B,11C,16A,19A
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Central America/Caribbean History and Government: colonization, United Provinces of CA Population Patterns: outmigration, population pressure Society and Culture Today: dialects, patois, matriarchal Economic Activities: latifundia, ecotourism
Ch 8, L2
THURSDAYOctober 15
8A,8C,23B
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources: border disputes, power supply Human Impact: rapid urbanization, expanding agriculture Addressing the Issues: sustainable development, reforestation
Ch 8, L3
FRIDAYOctober 16
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(1)(B) trace the spatial diffusion of phenomena such as the Columbian Exchange or the diffusion of American popular culture and describe the effects on regions of contact. (4)(A) explain how elevation, latitude, wind systems, ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers influence temperature, precipitation, and distribution of climate regions(8)© evaluate the economic and political relationships between settlements and the environment, including sustainable development and renewable/nonrenewable resources.(11)© assess how changes in climate, resources, and infrastructure (technology, transportation, and communication) affect the location and patterns of economic activities.(16)(A) describe distinctive cultural patterns and landscapes associated with different places in Texas, the United States, and other regions of the world, and how these patterns influenced the processes of innovation and diffusion(18)(A) analyze cultural changes in specific regions caused by migration, war, trade, innovations, and diffusion(19)(A) evaluate the significance of major technological innovations in the areas of transportation and energy that have been used to modify the physical environment(23) (B) use case studies and GIS to identify contemporary challenges and to answer real-world questions
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,1C ,2C,2E,2I,3B,3D,3E,3F,3G,4D,4F,4G CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB
WEEK 4- 2nd Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
10
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MONDAYOctober 19
2A,5A,16A
Introduction Why Geography Matters: South America Economic Geography: Uneven Development
Ch 9, Intr
TUESDAYOctober 20
4A,22D,21C,23A
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of South America Landforms: cordilleras, aliplano, escarpment, llanos, pampas Water Systems: Amazon River, Lake Maracaibo, Lake Titicaca Climates, Biomes, and Resources: tierra templada, tierra fria
Ch 9, L1
WEDNESDAYOctober 21
1B,2A,6A,7C,16D,17C,17D,22B,
Lesson 2: Human Geography of South America History and Government: Inca Empire, Simon Bolivar Population Patterns: low population densities, brain drain Society and Culture Today: European influence, Asian immigrants Economic Activities: farming, ranching, fishing
Ch 9, L2
THURSDAYOctober 22
5B,8B,12B,16D,23A
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources: oxicols, monoculture, desertification Human Impact: favelas, human waste/sewage, illegal mining Addressing the Issues: soil conservation and restoration
Ch 9, L3
FRIDAYOctober 23
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
(2)(A) describe human and physical characteristics of the same regions at different periods of time to evaluate relationships between past events and current conditions / (4)(A) explain how elevation, latitude, wind systems, ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers influence temperature, precipitation, and distribution of climate regions / (5)(A) analyze how the character of a place is related to its political, economic, social, and cultural elements / (6)(A) locate and describe human and physical features that influence the size and distribution of settlements / (8)(B) describe the interaction between humans and the physical environment and analyze the consequences of extreme weather and other natural disasters such as El Niño, floods, tsunamis, and volcanoes / (12)(B) evaluate the geographic and economic impact of policies related to the development, use, and scarcity of natural resources such as regulations of water / (16)(A) describe distinctive cultural patterns and landscapes associated with different places in Texas, the United States, and other regions of the world, and how these patterns influenced the processes of innovation and diffusion; (D) compare life in a variety of urban and rural areas in the world to evaluate political, economic, social, and environmental changes(17)© compare economic, political, or social opportunities in different cultures for women, ethnic and religious minorities, and other underrepresented populations / (21)© create and interpret different types of maps to answer geographic questions, infer relationships, and analyze change / (22)(B) generate summaries, generalizations, and thesis statements supported by evidence / (23)(A) plan, organize, and complete a research project that involves asking geographic questions; acquiring, organizing, and analyzing information; answering questions; and communicating result
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,1C,2C,2E,2I,3D,3E,3F,3G,3H,4D,4F,4G CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB
WEEK 5- 2nd Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
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MONDAYOctober 26
1A Introduction Why Geography Matters: Northern Europe Volcanic Eruption in Iceland
Ch 10, Intr
TUESDAYOctober 27
3B,4A,8C,22D
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Northern Europe Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 10, L1
WEDNESDAYOctober 28
7A,8A,10D,17A
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Northern Europe History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 10, L2
THURSDAYOctober 29
12B,17A
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 10, L3
FRIDAYOctober 30
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(1)(A) analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on the past and describe their impact on the present, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns and shaped the distribution of culture groups today (7)(A) construct and analyze population pyramids and use other data, graphics, and maps to describe the population characteristics of different societies and to predict future population trends(8)(A) compare ways that humans depend on, adapt to, and modify the physical environment, including the influences of culture and technology(12)(B) evaluate the geographic and economic impact of policies related to the development, use, and scarcity of natural resources such as regulations of water.(17) (A) describe and compare patterns of culture such as language, religion, land use, education, and customs that make specific regions of the world distinctive
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,1C,2C,2I,3B,3C,3E,3F,3G,4D,4E,4F,4G CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 1- 3rd Six Weeks
TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
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MONDAYNovember 2
6B,11C
Introduction Why Geography Matters: Northwestern Europe Suburban Growth and Transportation
Ch 11, Intr
TUESDAYNovember 3
2B,4B,12A,22D
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Northwestern Europe Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 11, L1
WEDNESDAYNovember 4
7A,16A,18A,21C
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Northwestern Europe History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 11, L2
THURSDAYNovember 5
14C,15A,19C,
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 11, L3
FRIDAYNovember 6
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(6)(B) explain the processes that have caused changes in settlement patterns, including urbanization, transportation, access to and availability of resources, and economic activities(7)(A) construct and analyze population pyramids and use other data, graphics, and maps to describe the population characteristics of different societies and to predict future population trends(14)(C) analyze the human and physical factors that influence the power to control territory and resources, create conflict/war, and impact international political relations of sovereign nations such as China, the United States, Japan, and Russia and organized nation groups such as the United Nations (UN), and the European Union (EU)(16)(A) describe distinctive cultural patterns and landscapes associated with different places in Texas, the United States, and other regions of the world, and how these patterns influenced the processes of innovation and diffusion(18)(A) analyze cultural changes in specific regions caused by migration, war, trade, innovations, and diffusion (21)(C) create and interpret different types of maps to answer geographic questions, infer relationships, and analyze change
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,2I,3B,3C,3G,3H,4C,4F,4G, CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIIA
WEEK 2- 3rd Six Weeks
TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
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MONDAYNovember 9
6B,7B
Introduction Why Geography Matters: Southern Europe Labor Migration from North Africa
Ch 12, Intr
TUESDAYNovember 10
4A,22C,
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Southern Europe Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 12, L1
WEDNESDAYNovember 11
11B,15B,22A
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Southern Europe History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 12, L2
THURSDAYNovember 12
2B,14C
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 12, L3
FRIDAYNovember 13
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(4)(A) explain how elevation, latitude, wind systems, ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers influence temperature, precipitation, and distribution of climate regions(7)(B) explain how political, economic, social, and environmental push and pull factors and physical geography affect the routes and flows of human migration; (14)(A) analyze current events to infer the physical and human processes that lead to the formation of boundaries and other political divisions; (14)© analyze the human and physical factors that influence the power to control territory and resources, create conflict/war, and impact international political relations of sovereign nations such as China, the United States, Japan, and Russia and organized nation groups such as the United Nations (UN), and the European Union (EU) (15)(B) explain how citizenship practices, public policies, and decision making may be influenced by cultural beliefs, including nationalism and patriotism. (22)(A) design and draw appropriate graphics such as maps, diagrams, tables, and graphs to communicate geographic features, distributions, and relationships
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,2I,3B,3C,3G,3H,4C,4F,4G, CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IE,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 3- 3rd Six Weeks
TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
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MONDAYNovember 16
District Benchmark Window
TUESDAYNovember 17
District Benchmark Window
WEDNESDAYNovember 18
District Benchmark Window
THURSDAYNovember 19
District Benchmark Window
FRIDAYNovember 20
District Benchmark Window
TEKS Descriptor
COMMENTS
ELPS CCRS
WEEK 4- 3rd Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
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MONDAYNovember 30
7B,14A,18B
Introduction Why Geography Matters: Eastern Europe The Breakup of Yugoslavia
Ch 13, Intr
TUESDAYDecember 1
2B,4B,22A,23A
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Eastern Europe Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 13, L1
WEDNESDAYDecember 2
6A,14A,14C,18B,22D
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Eastern Europe History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 13, L2
THURSDAYDecember 3
5B,14C,15A,15B
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 13, L3
FRIDAYDecember 4
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(2)(B) explain how changes in societies have led to diverse uses of physical features(5)(B) interpret political, economic, social, and demographic indicators (gross domestic product per capita, life expectancy, literacy, and infant mortality) to determine level of development and standard of living in nations using the terms Human Development Index, less developed, newly industrialized, and more developed(14)(C) analyze the human and physical factors that influence the power to control territory and resources, create conflict/war, and impact international political relations of sovereign nations such as China, the United States, Japan, and Russia and organized nation groups such as the United Nations (UN), and the European Union (EU)(18)(B) assess causes, effects, and perceptions of conflicts between groups of people including modern genocides and terrorism(22)(D) use standard grammar, spelling, sentence structure, and punctuation(23)(A) plan, organize, and complete a research project that involves asking geographic questions; acquiring, organizing, and analyzing information; answering questions; and communicating results
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,1C,2C,2I,3E,3F,3G,3H,4D,4G, CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 5- 3rd Six Weeks
TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
16
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYDecember 7
5A,7A,7C
Introduction Why Geography Matters: The Russian Core Russia’s Shrinking Population
Ch 14, Intr
TUESDAYDecember 8
4A,4B,21C,
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of the Russian Core Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 14, L1
WEDNESDAYDecember 9
7A,11C,14C,16B,23A
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Russian Core History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 14, L2
THURSDAYDecember 10
12B,19C,20B,22E
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 14, L3
FRIDAYDecember 11
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(11)(C) assess how changes in climate, resources, and infrastructure (technology, transportation, and communication) affect the location and patterns of economic activities.(14)(C) analyze the human and physical factors that influence the power to control territory and resources, create conflict/war, and impact international political relations of sovereign nations such as China, the United States, Japan, and Russia and organized nation groups such as the United Nations (UN), and the European Union (EU).(16)(B) describe elements of culture, including language, religion, beliefs and customs, institutions, and technologies; (19(C) examine the environmental, economic, and social impacts of advances in technology on agriculture and natural resources.(20)(B) examine the economic, environmental, and social effects of technology such as medical advancements or changing trade patterns on societies at different levels of development.(21)(C) create and interpret different types of maps to answer geographic questions, infer relationships, and analyze change.(22)(E) create original work using proper citations and understanding and avoiding plagiarism.(23)(A) plan, organize, and complete a research project that involves asking geographic questions; acquiring, organizing, and analyzing information; answering questions; and communicating results;
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,1F,2C,2I,3B,3F,3H,4C,4F,4G, CCRS IA,IB,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 6- 3rd Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
17
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYDecember 14
2A,4B,23B
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of North Africa Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 15, L1
TUESDAYDecember 15
2A,13A,15B,19C,23A
Lesson 2: Human Geography of North Africa History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 15, L2
WEDNESDAYDecember 16
2B,8C,12B,19C
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 15, L3
THURSDAYDecember 17
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
FRIDAYDecember 18
Teacher Preparat-ion Day
TEKS Descriptor
(2)(A) describe human and physical characteristics of the same regions at different periods of time to evaluate relationships between past events and current conditions(8)(C) evaluate the economic and political relationships between settlements and the environment, including sustainable development and renewable/nonrenewable resources(12)(B) evaluate the geographic and economic impact of policies related to the development, use, and scarcity of natural resources such as regulations of water(14)(A) analyze current events to infer the physical and human processes that lead to the formation of boundaries and other political divisions(15)(B) explain how citizenship practices, public policies, and decision making may be influenced by cultural beliefs, including nationalism and patriotism(19)(C) examine the environmental, economic, and social impacts of advances in technology on agriculture and natural resources(23)(A) plan, organize, and complete a research project that involves asking geographic questions; acquiring, organizing, and analyzing information; answering questions; and communicating
COMMENTS
ELPS 2D,2I,3B,3G,3E,3H,4C,4D,4F,4G CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 1- 4th Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
18
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYJanuary 4
14A,15A,18B,21B
Introduction Why Geography Matters: The Eastern Mediterranean Israeli – Palestinian Conflict
Ch 16, Intr
TUESDAYJanuary 5
12A,19C,
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of the Eastern Mediterranean Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 16, L1
WEDNESDAYJanuary 6
1A,5A,7B,11B,16B,17A17B,21A,21C,
Lesson 2: Human Geography of the Eastern Mediterranean History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 16, L2
THURSDAYJanuary 7
2B,8A,8B,19B,
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 16, L3
FRIDAYJanuary 8
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
19
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
TEKSDescripto
(1)(A) analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on the past and describe their impact on the present, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns and shaped the distribution of culture groups today
(5)(A) analyze how the character of a place is related to its political, economic, social, and cultural elements
(7)(B) explain how political, economic, social, and environmental push and pull factors and physical geography affect the routes and flows of human migration
(8)(B) describe the interaction between humans and the physical environment and analyze the consequences of extreme weather and other natural disasters such as El Niño, floods, tsunamis, and volcanoes
(11)(B) identify the factors affecting the location of different types of economic activities, including subsistence and commercial agriculture, manufacturing, and service industries
(12)(A) analyze how the creation, distribution, and management of key natural resources affects the location and patterns of movement of products, money, and people
(14)(A) analyze current events to infer the physical and human processes that lead to the formation of boundaries and other political divisions
(15)(A) identify and give examples of different points of view that influence the development of public policies and decision-making processes on local, state, national, and international levels
(16)(B) describe elements of culture, including language, religion, beliefs and customs, institutions, and technologies
(17)(A) describe and compare patterns of culture such as language, religion, land use, education, and customs that make specific regions of the world distinctive
(B) describe major world religions, including animism, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and Sikhism, and their spatial distribution
(19)(B) analyze ways technological innovations such as air conditioning and desalinization have allowed humans to adapt to places
(21)(A) analyze and evaluate the validity and utility of multiple sources of geographic information such as primary and secondary sources, aerial photographs, and maps
(C) create and interpret different types of maps to answer geographic questions, infer relationships, and analyze change
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,2C,2E,2I,3B,3C,3E,3F,3G,3H CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 2- 4th Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
20
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYJanuary 11
17B,17C,17D
Introduction Why Geography Matters: The Northeast A Stateless Nation: the Kurds
Ch 17, Intr
TUESDAYJanuary 12
12A,21B,23A,
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of the Northeast Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 17, L1
WEDNESDAYJanuary 13
1A,5B,11C,12A,14C,18A
Lesson 2: Human Geography of the Northeast History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 17, L2
THURSDAYJanuary 14
1A,19A,22D
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 17, L3
FRIDAYJanuary 15
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
(1)(A) analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on the past and describe their impact on the present, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns and shaped the distribution of culture groups today / (11)(C) assess how changes in climate, resources, and infrastructure (technology, transportation, and communication) affect the location and patterns of economic activities / (12)(A) analyze how the creation, distribution, and management of key natural resources affects the location and patterns of movement of products, money, and people (14)(C) analyze the human and physical factors that influence the power to control territory and resources, create conflict/war, and impact international political relations of sovereign nations such as China, the United States, Japan, and Russia and organized nation groups such as the United Nations (UN), and the European Union (EU) / (17)(B) describe major world religions, including animism, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and Sikhism, and their spatial distribution; (C) compare economic, political, or social opportunities in different cultures for women, ethnic and religious minorities, and other underrepresented populations; (D) evaluate the experiences and contributions of diverse groups to multicultural societies(18)(A) analyze cultural changes in specific regions caused by migration, war, trade, innovations, and diffusion(B) assess causes, effects, and perceptions of conflicts between groups of people including modern genocides and terrorism(21)(B) locate places of contemporary geopolitical significance on a map / (22)(D) use standard grammar, spelling, sentence structure, and punctuation / (23)(A) plan, organize, and complete a research project that involves asking geographic questions; acquiring, organizing, and analyzing information; answering questions; and communicating results
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,1C,2C,2I,3B,3E,3G,3H,4D,4F,4G CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 3- 4th Six Weeks
TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
21
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYJanuary 18
5A,7B,7C12A,17C
Introduction Why Geography Matters: The Arabian Peninsula Migrant Workers in the Arabian Peninsula
Ch 18, Intr
TUESDAYJanuary 19
4B,19B,22D
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of the Arabian Peninsula Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 18, L1
WEDNESDAYJanuary 20
6A,7A,11C,12A,16B,17C,
Lesson 2: Human Geography of the Arabian Peninsula History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 18, L2
THURSDAYJanuary 21
14C,21C,
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 18, L3
FRIDAYJanuary 22
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(6)(A) locate and describe human and physical features that influence the size and distribution of settlements(7)(A) construct and analyze population pyramids and use other data, graphics, and maps to describe the population characteristics of different societies and to predict future population trends(11)(C) assess how changes in climate, resources, and infrastructure (technology, transportation, and communication) affect the location and patterns of economic activities.(12)(A) analyze how the creation, distribution, and management of key natural resources affects the location and patterns of movement of products, money, and people(16)(B) describe elements of culture, including language, religion, beliefs and customs, institutions, and technologies(17)(C) compare economic, political, or social opportunities in different cultures for women, ethnic and religious minorities, and other underrepresented populations(19) (B) analyze ways technological innovations such as air conditioning and desalinization have allowed humans to adapt to places(21)(C) create and interpret different types of maps to answer geographic questions, infer relationships, and analyze change.(22)(D) use standard grammar, spelling, sentence structure, and punctuation
COMMENTS
ELPS 2C,2I,3B,3C,3D,3E,3G,3H,4F,4G, CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IE,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 4- 4th Six Weeks
TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
22
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYJanuary 25
14C,18B
Introduction Why Geography Matters: Central Asia Afghanistan’s Troubled History
Ch 19, Intr
TUESDAYJanuary 26
4A,4B,9A,17C,18A,
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Central Asia Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 19, L1
WEDNESDAYJanuary 27
5A,12A,
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Central Asia History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 19, L2
THURSDAYJanuary 28
5B,12B,15A,
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 19, L3
FRIDAYJanuary 29
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKSDescriptor
(12) Economics. The student understands the economic importance of, and issues related to, the location and management of resources. The student is expected to:(A) analyze how the creation, distribution, and management of key natural resources affects the location and patterns of movement of products, money, and people (B) evaluate the geographic and economic impact of policies related to the development, use, and scarcity of natural resources such as regulations of water (18) Culture. The student understands the ways in which cultures change and maintain continuity. The student is expected to:(A) analyze cultural changes in specific regions caused by migration, war, trade, innovations, and diffusion
COMMENTS
ELPS 2I,3E,3E,3F,3H,4C,4D,4F, CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 5- 4th Six Weeks
TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
23
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYFebruary 1
8A,11B,15A,22A
Introduction Why Geography Matters: East Africa Export Crops and East Africa
Ch 21, Intr
TUESDAYFebruary 2
3B,4B,4C,19A
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of East Africa Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 21, L1
WEDNESDAYFebruary 3
14C,17D18A,18B,23A,
Lesson 2: Human Geography of East Africa History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 21, L2
THURSDAYFebruary 4
5B,8B,11B,18B,20B
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 21, L3
FRIDAYFebruary 5
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
(8)(A) compare ways that humans depend on, adapt to, and modify the physical environment, including the influences of culture and technology; (B) describe the interaction between humans and the physical environment and analyze the consequences of extreme weather and other natural disasters such as El Niño, floods, tsunamis, and volcanoes / (14)(C) analyze the human and physical factors that influence the power to control territory and resources, create conflict/war, and impact international political relations of sovereign nations such as China, the United States, Japan, and Russia and organized nation groups such as the United Nations (UN), and the European Union (EU) / (15)(A) identify and give examples of different points of view that influence the development of public policies and decision-making processes on local, state, national, and international levels / (17)(D) evaluate the experiences and contributions of diverse groups to multicultural societies / (18)(A) analyze cultural changes in specific regions caused by migration, war, trade, innovations, and diffusion / (B) assess causes, effects, and perceptions of conflicts between groups of people including modern genocides and terrorism / (19)(A) evaluate the significance of major technological innovations in the areas of transportation and energy that have been used to modify the physical environment; (C) examine the environmental, economic, and social impacts of advances in technology on agriculture and natural resources / (20)(B) examine the economic, environmental, and social effects of technology such as medical advancements or changing trade patterns on societies at different levels of development / (22)(A) design and draw appropriate graphics such as maps, diagrams, tables, and graphs to communicate geographic features, distributions, and relationships
(23)(A) plan, organize, and complete a research project that involves asking geographic questions; acquiring, organizing, and analyzing information; answering questions; and communicating results; (B) use case studies and GIS to identify contemporary challenges and to answer real-world questions
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,1C,1F,2I,3B,3D,3E,3H,4D,4F,4G CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 6- 4th Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
24
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYFebruary 8
District Benchmark Window
TUESDAYFebruary 9
WEDNESDAYFebruary 10
THURSDAYFebruary 11
FRIDAYFebruary 12
TEKS Descriptor
COMMENTS
ELPS CCRS
WEEK 7- 4th
Six WeeksTEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
25
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYFebruary 15
7A,17C
Introduction Why Geography Matters: West Africa Empowering Women in West Africa
Ch 22, Intr
TUESDAYFebruary 16
4B,4C
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of West Africa Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 22, L1
WEDNESDAYFebruary 17
2A,5B,7B,14C
Lesson 2: Human Geography of West Africa History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 22, L2
THURSDAYFebruary 18
2B,8A,19C,
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 22, L3
FRIDAYFebruary 19
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(2)(A) describe human and physical characteristics of the same regions at different periods of time to evaluate relationships between past events and current conditions
(7)(A) construct and analyze population pyramids and use other data, graphics, and maps to describe the population characteristics of different societies and to predict future population trends;
(B) explain how political, economic, social, and environmental push and pull factors and physical geography affect the routes and flows of human migration;
(8)(A) compare ways that humans depend on, adapt to, and modify the physical environment, including the influences of culture and technology;
(19)(C) examine the environmental, economic, and social impacts of advances in technology on agriculture and natural resources.
COMMENTS
ELPS 2I,3C,3D,3E,3F,3G,3H,4C,4F,4G, CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 1- 5th Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
26
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYFebruary 22
4B,21C
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Equatorial Africa Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 23, L1
TUESDAYFebruary 23
2A,5A,11B,16D,20B
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Equatorial Africa History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 23, L2
WEDNESDAYFebruary 24
2B,20B,
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 23, L3
THURSDAYFebruary 25
½ Day Charro Days
FRIDAYFebruary 26
Charro Days
TEKS Descriptor
(16)(D) compare life in a variety of urban and rural areas in the world to evaluate political, economic, social, and environmental changes
(20)(B) examine the economic, environmental, and social effects of technology such as medical advancements or changing trade patterns on societies at different levels of development
(21)(C) create and interpret different types of maps to answer geographic questions, infer relationships, and analyze change
COMMENTS
ELPS 1C,2I,3B,3D,3G,3H,4F,4G, CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB,
WEEK 2- 5th Six Weeks
TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
27
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYFebruary 29
7D,16D
Introduction Why Geography Matters: Southern Africa Southern Africa and HIV/AIDS
Ch 24, Intr
TUESDAYMarch 1
4A,4B,
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Southern Africa Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 24, L1
WEDNESDAYMarch 2
2A,5B,6A,12A,22D
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Southern Africa History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 24, L2
THURSDAYMarch 3
8C,14A,14C,15A
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 24, L3
FRIDAYMarch 4
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(2)(A) describe human and physical characteristics of the same regions at different periods of time to evaluate relationships between past events and current conditions (8)(C) evaluate the economic and political relationships between settlements and the environment, including sustainable development and renewable/nonrenewable resources (16)(D) compare life in a variety of urban and rural areas in the world to evaluate political, economic, social, and environmental changes(20)(B) examine the economic, environmental, and social effects of technology such as medical advancements or changing trade patterns on societies at different levels of development
(21)(C) create and interpret different types of maps to answer geographic questions, infer relationships, and analyze change
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,1C,2C,2I,3C,3B,3D,3H,4F,4G, CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB,IIIA,IIIB
WEEK 3- 5th Six Weeks
TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
28
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYMarch 7
7A Introduction Why Geography Matters: India India’s Population Structure
Ch 25, Intr
TUESDAYMarch 8
7A,4B,8A,8B
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of India Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 25, L1
WEDNESDAYMarch 9
2A,7B,16D,17C,18D,19C,
Lesson 2: Human Geography of India History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 25, L2
THURSDAYMarch 10
2B,8A,22B
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 25, L3
FRIDAYMarch 11
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(7)(A) construct and analyze population pyramids and use other data, graphics, and maps to describe the population characteristics of different societies and to predict future population trends(B) explain how political, economic, social, and environmental push and pull factors and physical geography affect the routes and flows of human migration(8)(A) compare ways that humans depend on, adapt to, and modify the physical environment, including the influences of culture and technology (16)(D) compare life in a variety of urban and rural areas in the world to evaluate political, economic, social, and environmental changes(17)(C) compare economic, political, or social opportunities in different cultures for women, ethnic and religious minorities, and other underrepresented populations(18)(D) evaluate the spread of cultural traits to find examples of cultural convergence and divergence such as the spread of democratic ideas, U.S.-based fast-food franchises, the English language, technology, or global sports(19)(C) examine the environmental, economic, and social impacts of advances in technology on agriculture and natural resources (22)(B) generate summaries, generalizations, and thesis statements supported by evidence
COMMENTS
ELPS 1C,2C,2I,3B,3C,3D,3E,3G,3H,4F,4G, CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 4- 5th Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
29
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYMarch 21
3A,8B
Introduction Why Geography Matters: Pakistan and Bangladesh Flood Prone Pakistan and Bangladesh
Ch 26, Intr
TUESDAYMarch 22
9A,19A,
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Pakistan and Bangladesh Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 26, L1
WEDNESDAYMarch 23
5B,17B,22D,23A
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Pakistan and Bangladesh History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 26, L2
THURSDAYMarch 24
8C,16D,20B,
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 26, L3
FRIDAYMarch 25
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(8)(C) evaluate the economic and political relationships between settlements and the environment, including sustainable development and renewable/non-renewable resources
(17)(B) describe major world religions, including animism, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and Sikhism, and their spatial distribution (19)(A) evaluate the significance of major technological innovations in the areas of transportation and energy that have been used to modify the physical environment (22)(D) use standard grammar, spelling, sentence structure, and punctuation (23)(A) plan, organize, and complete a research project that involves asking geographic questions; acquiring, organizing, and analyzing information; answering questions; and communicating results
COMMENTS
ELPS 2I,3B,3C,3E,3F,3G,4F,4G, CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 5- 5th Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
30
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYMarch 28
5A,14C
Introduction Why Geography Matters: Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, & Sri Lanka Nepal’s Role as a Buffer State
Ch 27, Intr
TUESDAYMarch 29
4A,4B,
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, & Sri Lanka Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 27, L1
WEDNESDAYMarch 30
1A,2A,17B,23A
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Bhutan, Maldives, Nepal, & Sri Lanka History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 27, L2
THURSDAYMarch 31
5A,8C,
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 27, L3
FRIDAYApril 1
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(2)(A) describe human and physical characteristics of the same regions at different periods of time to evaluate relationships between past events and current conditions (5)(A) analyze how the character of a place is related to its political, economic, social, and cultural elements (8)(C) evaluate the economic and political relationships between settlements and the environment, including sustainable development and renewable/nonrenewable resources(17)(B) describe major world religions, including animism, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and Sikhism, and their spatial distribution(23)(A) plan, organize, and complete a research project that involves asking geographic questions; acquiring, organizing, and analyzing information; answering questions; and communicating result
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,2C,2E,2I,3B,3C,3D,3E,3G,3H,4C,4F,4G, CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 6- 5th Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
31
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYApril 4
8A,8C,10C
Introduction Why Geography Matters: China and Mongolia China’s Growing Energy Demands
Ch 28, Intr
TUESDAYApril 5
4A,8B,
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of China and Mongolia Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 28, L1
WEDNESDAYApril 6
1B,7A,10D,14C,18A,
Lesson 2: Human Geography of China and Mongolia History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 28, L2
THURSDAYApril 7
7D,12B,18D,19C,23C
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 28, L3
FRIDAYApril 8
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
(1)(B) trace the spatial diffusion of phenomena such as the Columbian Exchange or the diffusion of American popular culture and describe the effects on regions of contact / (4)(A) explain how elevation, latitude, wind systems, ocean currents, position on a continent, and mountain barriers influence temperature, precipitation, and distribution of climate regions / (7)(A) construct and analyze population pyramids and use other data, graphics, and maps to describe the population characteristics of different societies and to predict future population trends / (D) examine benefits and challenges of globalization, including connectivity, standard of living, pandemics, and loss of local culture. / (8)(B) describe the interaction between humans and the physical environment and analyze the consequences of extreme weather and other natural disasters such as El Niño, floods, tsunamis, and volcanoes / (10)(D) compare global trade patterns over time and examine the implications of globalization, including outsourcing and free trade zones. / (12)(B) evaluate the geographic and economic impact of policies related to the development, use, and scarcity of natural resources such as regulations of water. / (14)(C) analyze the human and physical factors that influence the power to control territory and resources, create conflict/war, and impact international political relations of sovereign nations such as China, the United States, Japan, and Russia and organized nation groups such as the United Nations (UN), and the European Union (EU). / (18)(A) analyze cultural changes in specific regions caused by migration, war, trade, innovations, and diffusion / (D) evaluate the spread of cultural traits to find examples of cultural convergence and divergence such as the spread of democratic ideas, U.S.-based fast-food franchises, the English language, technology, or global sports. / (19)(C) examine the environmental, economic, and social impacts of advances in technology on agriculture and natural resources. / (23)(C) use problem-solving and decision-making processes to identify a problem, gather information, list and consider options, consider advantages and disadvantages, choose and implement a solution, and evaluate the effectiveness of the solution.
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,1C,2I,3B,3C,3D,3F,3G,4F,4G CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIIA
WEEK 7- 5th Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
32
World Geography Curriculum Framework 2015-2016
MONDAYApril 11
5A,7A
Introduction Why Geography Matters: Japan Japan’s Aging Population
Ch 29, Intr
TUESDAYApril 12
1A,8B,23A
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Japan Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 29, L1
WEDNESDAYApril 13
5A,10D,11B,14C,
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Japan History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 29, L2
THURSDAYApril 14
8B,19C,23C
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 29, L3
FRIDAYApril 15
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(5)(A) analyze how the character of a place is related to its political, economic, social, and cultural elements(7)(A) construct and analyze population pyramids and use other data, graphics, and maps to describe the population characteristics of different societies and to predict future population trends(8)(B) describe the interaction between humans and the physical environment and analyze the consequences of extreme weather and other natural disasters such as El Niño, floods, tsunamis, and volcanoes(10)(D) compare global trade patterns over time and examine the implications of globalization, including outsourcing and free trade zones (11)(B) identify the factors affecting the location of different types of economic activities, including subsistence and commercial agriculture, manufacturing, and service industries(23)(A) plan, organize, and complete a research project that involves asking geographic questions; acquiring, organizing, and analyzing information; answering questions; and communicating results;© use problem-solving and decision-making processes to identify a problem, gather information, list and consider options, consider advantages and disadvantages, choose and implement a solution, and evaluate the effectiveness of the solution
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,2C,2I,3C,3D,3E,3F,3G,3H,4C,4F,4G CCRS IA,IB,IC,IIA,IIB,IIIA
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MONDAYApril 18
10C,11B,11C
Introduction Why Geography Matters: North Korea and South Korea Complementarity: Two Koreas
Ch 30, Intr
TUESDAYApril 19
3B,4A,4C
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of North Korea and South Korea Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 30, L1
WEDNESDAYApril 20
2A,6A,18A,18D,23A
Lesson 2: Human Geography of North Korea and South Korea History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 30, L2
THURSDAYApril 21
10B,16D,
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 30, L3
FRIDAYApril 22
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
6)(A) locate and describe human and physical features that influence the size and distribution of settlements
(10)(B) classify where specific countries fall along the economic spectrum between free-enterprise and communism (18)(A) analyze cultural changes in specific regions caused by migration, war, trade, innovations, and diffusion(D) evaluate the spread of cultural traits to find examples of cultural convergence and divergence such as the spread of democratic ideas, U.S.-based fast-food franchises, the English language, technology, or global sports. (23) (A) plan, organize, and complete a research project that involves asking geographic questions; acquiring, organizing, and analyzing information; answering questions; and communicating results
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,1F,2C,2E,2I,3B,3C,3H,4F,4G, CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 2- 6th Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
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MONDAYApril 25
5A,5B,7D
Introduction Why Geography Matters: Southeast Asia Emerging Markets in Southeast Asia
Ch 31, Intr
TUESDAYApril 26
8B,10D,
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Southeast Asia Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 31, L1
WEDNESDAYApril 27
13A,17B,18A,23A
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Southeast Asia History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 31, L2
THURSDAYApril 28
2B, Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 31, L3
FRIDAYApril 29
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(2)(B) explain how changes in societies have led to diverse uses of physical features(8)(B) describe the interaction between humans and the physical environment and analyze the consequences of extreme weather and other natural disasters such as El Niño, floods, tsunamis, and volcanoes(10)(D) compare global trade patterns over time and examine the implications of globalization, including outsourcing and free trade zones(13)(A) interpret maps to explain the division of land, including man-made and natural borders, into separate political units such as cities, states, or countries(17)(B) describe major world religions, including animism, Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, and Sikhism, and their spatial distribution(18)(A) analyze cultural changes in specific regions caused by migration, war, trade, innovations, and diffusion(23)(A) plan, organize, and complete a research project that involves asking geographic questions; acquiring, organizing, and analyzing information; answering questions; and communicating results
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,1C,2C,2I,3B,3C,3D,3E,4F,4G, CCRS IA,IB,ID,IIA,IIB,IIIA
WEEK 3- 6th Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
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MONDAYMay 2
STAAR/EOC Window
TUESDAYMay 3
WEDNESDAYMay 4
THURSDAYMay 5
FRIDAYMay 6
TEKS Descriptor
COMMENTS
ELPS CCRS
WEEK 4- 6th Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
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MONDAYMay 9
15A,17C
Introduction Why Geography Matters: Australia and New Zealand Australia and New Zealand: Indigenous People
Ch 32, Intr
TUESDAYMay 10
22B, Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Australia and New Zealand Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 32, L1
WEDNESDAYMay 11
1A,7B,10C,
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Australia and New Zealand History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 32, L2
THURSDAYMay 12
8A,12B,22D,23C
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 32, L3
FRIDAYMay 13
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
TEKS Descriptor
(1)(A) analyze the effects of physical and human geographic patterns and processes on the past and describe their impact on the present, including significant physical features and environmental conditions that influenced migration patterns and shaped the distribution of culture groups today(7)(B) explain how political, economic, social, and environmental push and pull factors and physical geography affect the routes and flows of human migration(10)© compare the ways people satisfy their basic needs through the production of goods and services such as subsistence agriculture versus commercial agriculture or cottage industries versus commercial industries(15)(A) identify and give examples of different points of view that influence the development of public policies and decision-making processes on local, state, national, and international levels(17)© compare economic, political, or social opportunities in different cultures for women, ethnic and religious minorities, and other underrepresented populations(18)(A) analyze cultural changes in specific regions caused by migration, war, trade, innovations, and diffusion(22)(B) generate summaries, generalizations, and thesis statements supported by evidence(D) use standard grammar, spelling, sentence structure, and punctuation(23)© use problem-solving and decision-making processes to identify a problem, gather information, list and consider options, consider advantages and disadvantages, choose and implement a solution, and evaluate the effectiveness of the solution.
COMMENTS
ELPS 1A,2C,2I,3B,3C,3D,3F,3G,3H,4F,4G, CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA
WEEK 5- 6th Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
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MONDAYMay 16
12B,14C
Introduction Why Geography Matters: Oceania Samoa hops the International Date Line
Ch 33, Intr
TUESDAYMay 17
4B,21A,22B,22D,22E,
Lesson 1: Physical Geography of Oceania Landforms Water Systems Climates, Biomes, and Resources
Ch 33, L1
WEDNESDAYMay 18
2A,5A,7B,18A,18C,
Lesson 2: Human Geography of Oceania History and Government Population Patterns Society and Culture Today Economic Activities
Ch 33, L2
THURSDAYMay 19
1A,2B,10C,14C,16A,19C
Lesson 3: People and Their Environment Managing Resources Human Impact Addressing the Issues
Ch 33, L3
FRIDAYMay 20
AssessmentVocabulary ActivityChapter Test
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TEKS Descriptor
(7)(B) explain how political, economic, social, and environmental push and pull factors and physical geography affect the routes and flows of human migration
(10)(C) compare the ways people satisfy their basic needs through the production of goods and services such as subsistence agriculture versus commercial agriculture or cottage industries versus commercial industries (12)(B) evaluate the geographic and economic impact of policies related to the development, use, and scarcity of natural resources such as regulations of water (14)(C) analyze the human and physical factors that influence the power to control territory and resources, create conflict/war, and impact international political relations of sovereign nations such as China, the United States, Japan, and Russia and organized nation groups such as the United Nations (UN), and the European Union (EU) (16)(A) describe distinctive cultural patterns and landscapes associated with different places in Texas, the United States, and other regions of the world, and how these patterns influenced the processes of innovation and diffusion (18)(A) analyze cultural changes in specific regions caused by migration, war, trade, innovations, and diffusion(C) identify examples of cultures that maintain traditional ways, including traditional economies (19)(C) examine the environmental, economic, and social impacts of advances in technology on agriculture and natural resources (21)(A) analyze and evaluate the validity and utility of multiple sources of geographic information such as primary and secondary sources, aerial photographs, and maps (22)(B) generate summaries, generalizations, and thesis statements supported by evidence(D) use standard grammar, spelling, sentence structure, and punctuation(E) create original work using proper citations and understanding and avoiding plagiarism
COMMENTS
ELPS 2C,2I,3B,3C,3D,3F,3G,3H,4F,4G CCRS IA,IB,IC,ID,IIA,
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WEEK 6- 6th Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
MONDAYMay 23
Semester Review
TUESDAYMay 24
WEDNESDAYMay 25
THURSDAYMay 26
Semester Exams
FRIDAYMay 27
TEKS Descriptor
COMMENTS
ELPS CCRS
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WEEK 7- 6th Six Weeks TEKS CONCEPTS RESOURCES
MONDAYMay 30
Holiday
TUESDAYMay 31
WEDNESDAYJune 1
THURSDAYJune 2
Last Class Day
FRIDAYJune 3
Teacher Preparation Day
TEKS Descriptor
COMMENTS
ELPS CCRS
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