U.S. Government
USG.1
Identify SDA Christian principles and values in correlation with social studies.
| USG.1.1
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Recognize God’s purpose in the dynamics of human history.
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| USG.1.2
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Explore God’s role in the political, social, economic, and spiritual areas of societies.
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| USG.1.3
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Apply Biblical principles of Christian morality, integrity, and ethical behavior to all aspects of life.
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| USG.1.4
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Equip students with a Christian approach toward social issues.
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USG.2
Develop abilities in social studies.
HS-ETS1
| USG.2.1
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Develop critical and creative thinking skills (analysis, evaluation, divergent questioning, modeling).
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| USG.2.2
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Utilize the principles and methodologies of cooperative learning (benefiting from others’ experiences).
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| USG.2.3
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Develop effective communication skills (speaking, writing, listening, debating, using technology, etc.).
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USG.3
Be able to apply social studies knowledge and skills.
| USG.3.1
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Read, research, analyze, write, and present using primary, secondary, and technological sources.
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| USG.3.2
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Identify key concepts and themes.
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| USG.3.3
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Demonstrate an appreciation of life through diverse perspectives.
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| USG.3.4
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Correlate relevant concepts from past to present.
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Course Content
Structure and Properties of Matter, Chemical Interactions, Stoichiometry, Solutions ()
USG.4
Be able to conduct historical inquiry and analysis to develop an understanding of government.
| USG.4.1
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Evaluate God’s continuous role in the dynamics of United States government.
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| USG.4.2
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Study the need for order in society and the forms of government that meet that need.
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| USG.4.3
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Identify key people, events, and processes of government (electoral process, taxation, etc.).
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| USG.4.4
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Examine the origins and influence of ideas (social, religious/SDA, philosophical, political, etc.).
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| USG.4.5
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Trace the progression of historical events and their influence on government (political parties, Supreme Court decisions, civil rights, etc.).
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| USG.4.6
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Distinguish key domestic and foreign policies and their causes/effects (military conflict, racial conflicts, economic issues, geographic impact, social unrest, etc.).
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| USG.4.7
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Synthesize the influence of historic documents that impact the framework of the government.
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USG.5
Be able to utilize various literacy skills for interpreting historical data.
| USG.5.1
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Examine how primary documents establish the three branches of government and define the powers of the federal, state, and local governments.
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| USG.5.2
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Exhibit appropriate skills for interpreting maps, charts, graphs, etc.
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| USG.5.3
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Select, validate, and effectively use a variety of sources to formulate a position or course of action on an issue.
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| USG.5.4
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Identify bias in written, oral, or visual material (yellow journalism, TV and radio, cartoons, etc.).
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| USG.5.5
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Communicate information logically using basic language arts skills.
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USG.6
Be able to appreciate the rights and responsibilities of citizenship in a diverse society.
| USG.6.1
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Understand the individual’s civic responsibilities (voting, military service, public service, etc.).
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| USG.6.2
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Accept the reality of contrasting cultural and ideological viewpoints.
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| USG.6.3
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Recognize the necessity of compromise in balancing the majority rule and an insistence upon minority rights.
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USG.7
Be able to assess and integrate political concepts into practical applications.
| USG.7.1
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Evaluate issues and their influence (immigration/naturalization, environmentalism, etc.).
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| USG.7.2
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Analyze and defend positions on the influence of the media and technology on public opinion.
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| USG.7.3
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Examine the role and influence of the United States as a world power.
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| USG.7.4
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Relate key influences and themes to past, present, and possible future events.
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