Week 8 Lesson 1: Contemporary Texas 1950 - present

I can research and make connections with population growth, economy, and government in contemporary Texas.

1. Create a Tree Map and title it “Contemporary Texas.” You will use this map to take notes as you work through the next few resources.

2. Next, read the article “Contemporary Texas’ and take notes on one branch of your Tree Map. https://texasourtexas.texaspbs.org/the-eras-of-texas/contemporary-texas/

3. Then, watch the video “When it comes to population growth, Houston is No. 1” and take notes on another branch of your Tree Map. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_g0VCN39yw4

4. Finally, watch the video “Forms of Municipal Government Mayor Council” and take notes on the last branch of your Tree Map. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyI43KgzLFA&feature=youtu.be

5. Once you complete the online article and two videos, complete the “Contemporary Texas” Google Form. (This is for a grade.)

Week 8 Lesson 2: Contemporary Texas 1950 - present

I can explain the impact of economic concepts on the economy of Texas.

I can explain the changes in the types of jobs and occupations that have resulted from the urbanization of Texas.

I can identify contributions to the arts by Texans.

I can analyze how scientific discoveries and technological innovations have resulted in an interdependence among Texas, the United States, and the world.

1. Create a Tree Map and title it “Texas Economy and Art Contributors.” You will use this map to take notes as you work through the next few resources.

2. Next, watch the video “Texas Economy Accelerating to 5.2% GDP Growth in 4Q17 Amid Supply-Side Policies” and take notes on one branch of your Tree Map. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8X17zfDFCvo

3. Now, watch the video “Why is Austin an Attractive Hub for Many Tech Companies?” and take notes on another branch of your Tree Map. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WcfSrBOiTgc

4. Finally, open Quizlet and select three of the contributors to art in the “Identify contributions to the arts by Texans such as Roy Bedichek, Diane Gonzales Bertrand, J. Frank Dobie, Scott Joplin, Elisabet Ney, Amado Pena Jr., Walter Prescott Webb, and Horton Foote” card set. Take notes on you last branch of your Tree Map. https://quizlet.com/339183377/amanda-hernandez-7th-grade-19-d-identify-contributions-to-the-arts-by-texans-such-as-roy-bedichek-diane-gonzales-bertrand-j-frank-dobie-scott-joplin-elisabet-ney-amado-pena-jr-walter-presc-flash-cards/

5. Once you complete the Quizlet cards and two videos, complete the “Texas Economy and Art” Google Form. (This is for a grade.)