Unit 3: Medieval History & Global Convergence
The Roman Empire
Essential Question: How did Rome change the Medieval period?
Key Topics: The transition from Roman influence to the Medieval era.
Student Learning Targets:
Analyze the connection between the fall of the Roman Empire and the Medieval period.
Illinois Social Science Learning Standards:
SS.CV.5.6-8.LC; MdC; MC: Apply civic virtues and democratic principles in school and community settings.
SS.H.1.6-8.MdC.: Analyze connections among events and developments in broader historical contexts.
SS.G.3.6-8.LC: Explain how environmental characteristics impact human migration and settlement.
Chinese Dynasty
Essential Question: Which dynasties developed over time in ancient China and how were they connected to other civilizations?
Key Topics: The evolution of Chinese dynasties and their interactions with other cultures.
Student Learning Targets:
Understand the major Chinese dynasties and their global connections.
Illinois Social Science Learning Standards:
SS.H.1.6-8.MdC.: Analyze connections among events and developments in broader historical contexts.
SS.CV.5.6-8.LC; MdC; MC: Apply civic virtues and democratic principles in school and community settings.
Global Convergence
Essential Question: What impact did human expansion and exploration have on the environment, trade networks, and global interconnection?
Key Topics: The effects of exploration on global connections and environmental changes.
Student Learning Targets:
Evaluate the impact of exploration on global trade and cultural exchange.
Illinois Social Science Learning Standards:
SS.G.3.6-8.LC: Explain how environmental characteristics impact human migration and settlement.
SS.G.2.6-8.LC: Explain how humans and their environment affect one another.