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Essential United States History and Geography 1,2 (3861, 3862) | |||
| Grade Range: | |
| 9–12 | |
| Prerequisites: | |
| None. | |
| Course duration: | |
| Two semesters. | |
| Subject area in which graduation credit will be given: | |
| History-Social Studies: U.S. History (See note below) | |
| Notes: | |
| This course meets the diploma requirement only for students that are eligible for the Alternative Pathway based on California Education Code 51225.31 and are taking the California Alternative Assessment (CAA). | |
| Course Description: | |
| Essential United States History and Geography is a one-period history social science course intended for students with significant cognitive disabilities in grades 9-12 or adult transition who are eligible to take the California Alternative Assessment (CAA). This course will provide evidence-based instruction aligned with alternate achievement standards–called the Core Content Connectors (CCCs)–and linked to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts. In the course, students examine major turning points in American history in the twentieth century. The course begins with a review of U.S. history with an emphasis on the nation’s beginnings and the industrial transformation of the new nation. Students then study the Progressive Era, American participation in World War I and World War II, the Great Depression, and national issues in the post-World War II era. They will also examine elements of culture, including religion, literature, drama, art, music, education, and the role of media. This course emphasizes the relevance of history to students’ daily lives and helps them understand how the ideas and events of the past shape the institutions and debates of contemporary America. Adaptations, modifications and access to assistive technologies will be available based on the assessed needs of individual students and may incorporate the functional application of history social science skills that include community based components to promote generalization of skills and independence. | |
| State Course Code(s): | |
| 9173 - United States History | |
| Basic Texts and Teaching Guides: | |
| Danzer et al., The Americans: Reconstruction to the 21st Century, Grade 10, McDougal Littell, 2006.
Supplemental Resources Kinney, Explore American History, Attainment, 2010. Unique Learning Systems https://sites.google.com/sandi.net/gvc-ms/curricular-resources | |
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