Geography and History of the World Semester 2

Enrollment Message

Students need access to a webcam or video recording device.

Course Description

In this engaging semester of Geography and History of the World, we will study how revolutions, conflicts, and globalization shape human experiences. First, we will look at both violent and non-violent revolutions, examining their historical importance and how they changed societies around the globe. Then, we will investigate different international conflicts, exploring the political, economic, and territorial reasons behind them, as well as how peacekeeping groups try to resolve these issues. We will also focus on the growth of global trade and how our world is becoming more connected. This includes looking at how resources are shared and how local communities are affected by these connections. In addition, we will discuss how people adapt to environmental problems and learn ways to reduce their impact on different regions.

Another part of the course will explain the differences between nations, states, and nation-states, showing how these concepts influence global events and border disputes. We will also study the effects of global tourism and climate change on both people and the environment, emphasizing the importance of sustainable practices. Through various activities, students will improve their critical thinking skills and gain a better understanding of how past and present events are linked, preparing them to engage with today’s complex world.

• Counts as a Social Studies requirement for the General Diploma
• Fulfills the Geography History of the World/World History and civilization graduation requirement for all diplomas

Course Goals

Upon completion of the course, students will…

• explore the cultural, social, and economic implications of the global diffusion of political ideas, innovations, assessing their reception, adaptation, and impact on physical and human geography. 
• evaluate the long-term effects of the Industrial Revolution on developed countries' economic structures, labor systems, living standards, and global influence.
• investigate the economic processes and challenges faced by less developed and developing countries in the contemporary world.
• identify key characteristics and examples of violent and nonviolent revolutions, highlighting the use of force, uprisings, civil disobedience, peaceful protests,  social movements and armed conflicts to achieve political change.
• compare and contrast the outcomes, impacts, and ethical considerations of violent and non-violent revolutions on societies and political systems.
• analyze and evaluate the physical and human factors contributing to conflicts and violence related to nationalist, racial, ethnic, religious, economic, political, and resource issues in different parts of the world over time. 
• analyze and assess the environmental consequences of nationalist, racial, ethnic, religious, economic, political, and resource conflicts.
• examine international peacekeeping organizations including their establishment, success, lack of success, and role in particular countries as well as evaluating their positive and negative outcomes. 
• analyze and interpret maps illustrating the location and distribution of Earth's resources and how the distribution of resources influences trade between countries and regions.
• trace the historical evolution of trade from ancient civilizations to globalization, identifying key trade routes, trading partners, and the exchange of goods and ideas.
• identify and analyze the current effects of global trade patterns on local economies and societies as well as speculate on the future impact of evolving trade patterns.
• explain the roles, functions, benefits, and challenges of international trade organizations in regulating global trade, resolving trade disputes, and promoting economic cooperation.
• locate, identify, and map regions in the world prone to specific natural disasters. 
• evaluate long term consequences or benefits of human modifications on the environment. 
• assess and analyze the impact of selected epidemics and pandemics on society.
• investigate the role of nations within states, considering how cultural, ethnic, and  historical factors influence relationships and governance.
• analyze human and geographic forces that either unite (centripetal) or divide (centrifugal) countries.
• predict the impact of centripetal and centrifugal forces on the future of countries and propose  strategies to overcome the effects of centrifugal forces. 
• develop a comparative analysis of two stateless nations examining their history, timeline, geopolitical context, and future prospects of becoming nations. 
• summarize types of tourism as well as reasons why global tourism has increased.
• analyze the benefits and consequences of tourism on human and physical environments.
• analyze the impacts of tourism and over tourism on both the physical and human environments in a post-pandemic context, while exploring the importance of sustainable tourism practices. 
• summarize the common types of climate change experienced historically and presently. 
• analyze the implications of climate change on human populations and ecosystems.
• research and evaluate an international global climate change issue and its impact on societies. 

Indiana Academic Standards

• Geography and History of the World

Units of Instruction

• Unit 1 Innovations and Revolutions
• Unit 2 Conflict and Cooperation
• Unit 3 Trade and Commerce
• Unit 4 Human and Environmental Interactions
• Unit 5 States Nations and Nation States
• Unit 6 Tourism
• Unit 7 Climate Change

Grading/Evaluation

Indiana Online does not assign letter grades, grant credit for courses, nor issue transcripts or diplomas. A final score reported as a percentage of total points earned will be sent to students upon completion of a course. Your school of record can also access this score within the Student Information System, Genius. The final score will be shown as a percentage in Canvas and Genius. The student’s school of record will determine the letter grade based on their specific grading scale.

Students must complete at least 70% of the course and take all parts of the final exam(s) to have a score reported to their school of record. Failure to meet these requirements will result in a score of 0 reported to the school of record.

Assessments

Online assessments consist of formative and summative assessments represented by computer-graded multiple choice, teacher-graded writing assignments including hands-on projects, model building and other forms of authentic assessments. The course includes the minimum number of assessments

• 7 Discussions
• 17 Assignments
• 11 Quizzes

The assessments for this asynchronous course are weighted as follows

Teacher Contact Response Time

Students can use email or the private message system within Genius or Canvas to access highly qualified teachers when they need teacher assistance. Students will also receive feedback on their work inside Canvas. The Teacher Information page of their course may describe additional communication options.

The teacher will respond to student inquiries (email, text, call) within one business day. Assignments will be graded and posted within two business days.

Expectations for Academic Conduct 

Student Handbook 

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Assistance for Students with Accommodations

Indiana Online supports an inclusive learning environment for all students. If there are aspects of the instruction or design of this course that hinder your full participation, such as inaccessible web content, or the use of non-captioned videos and podcasts, reasonable accommodations can be arranged.

Technology

Technology Requirements 

Students will require a computer device with headphones, a microphone, webcam, up-to-date Chrome Web Browser, and access to YouTube. Please review the Indiana Online’s Technology Requirements.

Technical Skills Needed 

Basic technology skills necessary to locate and share information and files as well as interact with others in a Learning Management System (LMS), include the ability to

• download, edit, save, convert, and upload files
• download and install software
• use a messaging service similar to email
• communicate with others in online discussion or message boards, following basic rules of netiquette
• open attachments shared in messages
• create, save, and submit files in commonly used word processing program formats and as a PDF
• save a file as a .pdf
• copy and paste and format text using your mouse, keyboard, or an html editor’s toolbar menu
• insert images or links into a file
• search for information within a document using Ctrl+F or Command+F keyboard shortcuts
• work in multiple browser windows and tabs simultaneously
• activate a microphone or webcam on your device, and record and upload or link audio and/or video files
• use presentation and graphics programs
• follow an online pacing guide or calendar of due dates
• use spell-check, citation editors, and tools commonly provided in word processing tool menus
• create and maintain usernames and passwords

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