Unit Overview/Summary - FOCUS:

Unit Overview/Summary - FOCUS: The Systems of Governance in the regions of the world illustrate various examples of political growth and development. In this unit, six graders will investigate the theme of opportunity and challenge within the systems of governance in world regions. Students will analyze the relationship between the environmental and cultural characteristics and political boundaries within a region. Students will evaluate the impact of political organizations, assess how historical events have shaped political limits, and examine how individuals and groups have affected change in a region. Students will gather relevant evidence from multiple sources, construct, and critique arguments concerning world geography. 

*Please note that: An exciting and innovative approach to teaching World Regional Studies involves exploring themes. These thematic units allow students to delve into cross-cutting concepts applicable to all world regions. While individual regions remain integral to the learning process, the themes covered in these units serve as the foundation for teaching and learning. 

Unit Duration:

60 Days. Five 45-minute sessions per week x 10 weeks