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K–12 Standards

Grade 7

Other Iowa Social Studies sets

Inquiry Anchor Standards

  • A

    Constructing Compelling Questions

    1. 1

      Compare disciplinary concepts and ideas associated with a compelling question.SS.7.1.

  • B

    Constructing Supporting Questions

    1. 1

      Create supporting questions to help answer the compelling question in an inquiry. SS.7.2.

  • C

    Gathering and Evaluating Sources

    1. 1

      Gather relevant information from primary and secondary sources using the origin, authority, structure, and context of the sources to guide the selection.SS.7.3.

  • D

    Developing Claims and Using Evidence

    1. 1

      With guided practice, evaluate the credibility of primary and secondary sources by determining their relevance and intended use.SS.7.4.

    2. 2

      With guided practice, identify evidence that draws information from multiple perspectives and sources to support claims, noting evidentiary limitations.SS.7.5.

    3. 3

      With guided practice, develop claims and counterclaims while pointing out the strengths and limitations of both.SS.7.6.

  • E

    Communicating and Critiquing Conclusions

    1. 1

      With guided practice, construct arguments using claims and evidence from multiple sources.SS.7.7.

    2. 2

      Independently construct responses to compelling questions supported by reasoning and evidence.SS.7.8.

    3. 3

      Present original arguments based on credible sources using a variety of media to authentic audiences.SS.7.9.

    4. 4

      With guided practice, analyze disciplinary arguments of peers for credibility.SS.7.10.

  • F

    Taking Informed Action

    1. 1

      Explain the challenges people face and opportunities they create in addressing local, regional, and global problems at various times and places.SS.7.11.

    2. 2

      Apply a range of deliberative and democratic procedures to make decisions and take action in classrooms, schools, and communities. SS.7.12. 

Content Anchor Standards

  • A

    Examine Factors that Led to Continuity and Change in Human and Group Behavior

    1. 1

      Identify social, political and economic factors that can influence our thoughts and behavior.SS.7.13.

  • B

    Recognize the Interaction Between Individuals and Various Groups

    1. 1

      Examine what causes inequalities and how they exist within a society.SS.7.14.

  • C

    Analyze Civic and Political Institutions

    1. 1

      Distinguish and apply the powers and responsibilities of global citizens, interest groups and the media in a variety of governmental and nongovernmental contexts. (21st century skills)SS.7.15.

    2. 2

      Examine the origins, purposes, and impact of laws, treaties, and international agreements. (21st century skills)SS.7.16.

    3. 3

      Describe the roles of political, civil, and economic organizations in shaping people's lives. (21st century skills)SS.7.17.

  • D

    Engage in Economic Decision Making

    1. 1

      Explain and evaluate how economic decisions affect the wellbeing of individuals, businesses, and society. SS.7.18.

  • E

    Critique Exchange and Markets

    1. 1

      Explain how external benefits, costs, supply and demand, and competition influence market prices, wages, and outcomes.SS.7.19.

  • F

    Assess the Global Economy

    1. 1

      Investigate the impact of trade policies and barriers on a nation and its citizens.SS.7.20.

  • G

    Analyze Human Population Movements and Patterns

    1. 1

      Evaluate the push and pull factors involved in human population movement and patterns. SS.7.21.

  • H

    Analyze Global Interconnections

    1. 1

      Explain how the relationship between the environmental characteristics of places and production of goods influences the spatial patterns of world trade.SS.7.22.

    2. 2

      Explain how global changes in population distribution patterns affect changes in land use in particular areas.SS.7.23.

  • I

    Analyze Change, Continuity, and Context

    1. 1

      Analyze connections among historical events and developments in contemporary global issues.SS.7.24.

  • J

    Compare Perspectives 

    1. 1

      Explain how and why perspectives on various contemporary issues have changed over time.SS.7.25.

  • K

    Justify Causation and Argumentation

    1. 1

      Explain multiple causes and effects of various contemporary global events and developments. SS.7.26.

  • L

    Iowa History

    1. 1

      Analyze the role that Iowa plays in contemporary global issues.SS.7.27.

7th Grade Financial Literacy

  • A

    Develop Financial and Career Goals

    1. 1

      Predict the relationship between financial goals and achievements. (21st century skills)SS.7.28.

  • B

    Create a Saving and Spending Plan

    1. 1

      Analyze how external factors, such as marketing and advertising techniques, might influence spending decisions. (21st century skills)SS.7.29.

  • C

    Analyze Credit and Debt Levels

    1. 1

      Explain an individual's rights and responsibilities as a consumer. (21st century skills)SS.7.30.

  • D

    Evaluate Savings and Long Term Investments

    1. 1

      Explain how an investment differs from a savings account in potential risks and returns. (21st century skills)SS.7.31.

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