The chart below identifies which parts of the British Columbia Social Studies 7 Integrated Resource Package (IRP) are covered in each module of the course. World Issues is highlighted.

 
Mesopotamia
Egypt
Greece
Rome
World Issues
Applications of Social Studies
It is expected that students will:
 
 
 
 
 
• identify and clarify a problem, issue, or inquiry
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• gather and record a body of information from primary archaeological and historical evidence and secondary print, non-print, and electronic sources
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• generate and justify interpretations drawn from primary and secondary sources
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• defend a position on a global issue by considering competing reasons from various perspectives
 
 
  
 
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• organize information into a formal presentation using several forms of representation
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• design, implement, and assess detailed courses of action to address global problems or issues
 
 
 
 
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Society and Culture: Ancient World Cultures to A.D. 500 (I)
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• compare how various cultures meet common needs
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• demonstrate understanding of events as part of a chronological series
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• demonstrate understanding of the concept of civilization
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Society and Culture: Ancient World Cultures to A.D. 500 (II)
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• describe ways cultures have sought to preserve identity and adapt to change
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• describe daily life, work, family structures, and gender roles in selected ancient cultures
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• analyse effects and consequences of contact and conflict between ancient cultures
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• identify connections between current cultures and ancient cultures
 
 
 
 
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Politics and Law: Ancient World Cultures to A.D. 500 (II)
It is expected that students will:
 
 
 
 
 
• outline the evolution and purpose of rules, laws, and government
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• compare the concept of the individual in early societies to that of today
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• compare different concepts of membership and citizenship in ancient civilizations
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• compare ways in which ancient governments acquired and used power and authority
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• describe how ancient systems of laws and government have contributed to current Canadian political and legal systems
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Economy and Technology: Ancient World Cultures to A.D. 500
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• describe various ways ancient peoples exchanged goods and services
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• assess how settlement patterns, economies, and occupations of ancient peoples were influenced by their physical environments
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• assess ways technological innovations enabled ancient peoples to modify their environments, satisfy their needs, and increase exploration and trade
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• demonstrate understanding of the contributions of ancient cultures to science and technology
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• compare ancient and modern communications media
 
 
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Environment: Ancient World Cultures to A.D. 500
It is expected that students will:
 
 
 
 
 
• construct, interpret, and use graphs, tables, scales, legends, and various types of maps
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• locate and describe current and historical events
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• evaluate how ancient cultures were influenced by their environment
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• analyse ways that people's interactions with their physical environments change over time
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• evaluate the impact of natural processes and human-induced changes on communities
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