World History Unit 16

Big Idea:

Describe the major causes of Arab-Israeli conflict, global terrorism, human rights and globalization.

Student Expectations:

Priority TEKS

WH.14(A) [Supporting] summarize the development and impact of radical Islamic fundamentalism on events in the second half of the 20th century, including Palestinian terrorism and the growth of al Qaeda

WH.14(B) [Supporting] explain the U.S. response to terrorism from September 11, 2001, to the present

WH.22(D) [Supporting]identify examples of genocide, including the genocide in the Balkans, Rwanda, and Darfur

Focus TEKS

WH.13(F) [Supporting]explain how Arab rejection of the State of Israel has led to ongoing conflict

WH.17(C) [Supporting] summarize the economic and social impact of 20th century globalization

WH.22(C) [Supporting]assess the degree to which American ideals have advanced human rights and democratic ideas throughout the world

WH.22(E) [Supporting]identify examples of individuals who led resistance to political oppression such as Oscar Romero,Las Madres de la Plaza de Mayo

WH.22(F) [Supporting] assess the degree to which American ideals have advanced human rights and democratic ideas throughout the world

WH.23(B) [Supporting]identify examples of religious influence on various events referenced in the major eras of world history

WH.24(B) [Supporting]describe the major influences of women such as Elizabeth I, Queen Victoria, Mother Teresa, Indira Gandhi, Margaret Thatcher, and Golda Meir during major eras of world history

WH.28(D) [Supporting] explain the role of telecommunication technology, computer technology, transportation technology, and medical advancements in developing the modern global economy and society

Ongoing TEKS

WH.30(A) [Processing] use social studies terminology correctly

WH.30(B) [Processing] use standard grammar, spelling, sentence structure, and punctuation

Student Learning Targets:

• I will identify the causes and effects of the Arab-Israeli conflict.
• I will understand the rise of radical Islamic fundamentalism and its effects on the world.
• I will recognize the genocides in Africa and the Balkans.
• I will understand the different responses to women’s rights and human rights violations.
• I will identify the challenges of globalization.

Essential Questions:

• What are the issues surrounding the Arab-Israeli conflict?
• How has the rise of radical Islamic fundamentalism affected the world?
• What were the causes and effects of the genocides in the Balkans and in Africa?
• How is globalization changing our world today?
• How have women played an integral role in change during the 20th Century?

Extra Information:

Adopted Textbook: World History Texas - Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, Holt McDougal

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