Social Studies Skills Matrix - Map and Globe Skills
| Matrix #7 | Use a map to explain impact of geography on historical and current events [Grades 2-12] |
| Matrix #8 | Draw conclusions and make generalizations based on information from maps [Grades 3-12] |
| Matrix #11 | Compare maps of the same place at different points in time and from different perspectives to determine changes, identify trends, and generalize about human activities [Grades 4-12] |
| Matrix #12 | Compare maps with data sets (charts, tables, graphs) and/or readings to draw conclusions and make generalizations. [Grades 4-12] |
Social Studies Skills Matrix - Information Processing Skills
| Matrix #1 | Compare similarities and differences. [Grades K-12] |
| Matrix #2 | Organize items chronologically. [Grades K-12] |
| Matrix #4 | Distinguish between fact and opinion. [Grades 1-12] |
| Matrix #5 | Identify main idea, detail, sequence of events, and cause and effect in a social studies context. [Grades 1-12] |
| Matrix #6 | Identify and use primary and secondary sources [Grades 1-12] |
| Matrix #7 | Interpret timelines. [Grades 1-12] |
| Matrix #8 | Identify social studies reference resources to use for a specific purpose. [Grades 2-12] |
| Matrix #11 | Draw conclusions and make generalizations. [Grades 3-12] |
| Matrix #14 | Formulate appropriate research questions. [Grades 4-12] |
| Matrix #15 | Determine adequacy and/or relevancy of information. [Grades 4-12] |
| Matrix #16 | Check for consistency of information. [Grades 4-12] |
Kindergarten - Symbols of America
Social Studies Matrix: Information Processing Skills
| SSKH3 | The student will correctly use words and phrases related to chronology and time to explain how things change. |
| SSKG2 | The student will explain that a map is a drawing of a place and a globe is a model of the Earth. |
| SSKCG1 | The student will demonstrate an understanding of good citizenship. |
| SSKCG2 | The student will retell stories that illustrate positive character traits and will explain how the people in the stories show the qualities of honesty, patriotism, loyalty, courtesy, respect, truth, pride, self-control, moderation, and accomplishment. |
| SSKE1 | The student will describe the work that people do (police officer, fire fighter, soldier, mail carrier, baker, farmer, doctor, and teacher). |
Social Studies Matrix: Information Processing Skills
| SS1H1 | The student will read about and describe the life of historical figures in American history. |
| SS1G1 | The student will describe the cultural and geographic systems associated with the historical figures in SS1H1. |
| SS1CG1 | The student will describe how the historic figures in SS1H1 display positive character traits of fairness, good sportsmanship, respect for others, respect for the environment, conservation, courage, equality, tolerance, perseverance, commitment. |
| SS1E1 | The student will identify goods that people make and services that people provide for each other. |
Social Studies Matrix: Map and Globe Skills
Social Studies Matrix: Information Processing Skills
| SS2H1 | The student will read about and describe the lives of historical figures in Georgia history. |
| SS2G2 | The student will describe the cultural and geographic systems associated with the historical figures in SS2H1 and Georgia's Creek and Cherokee. |
| SS2CG1 | The student will define the concept of government and the need for rules and laws. |
| SS2CG2 | The student will identify the roles of the following elected officials: [president, governor, mayor] |
| SS2CG3 | The student will give examples of how the historic figures under study demonstrate the positive citizenship traits of honesty, dependability, liberty, trustworthiness, honor, civility, patience, and compassion. |
| SS2E2 | The student will identify ways in which goods and services are allocated (by price, majority rule, contest, force, sharing, lottery, command, first-come, first-served, personal characteristics, and others). |
Grade 3 - Our Democratic Heritage
Social Studies Matrix: Map and Globe Skills
Social Studies Matrix: Information Processing Skills
| SS3H2 | The student will discuss the lives of Americans who expanded people's rights and freedoms in a democracy. |
| SS3CG1 | The student will explain the importance of the basic principals that provide the foundation of a republican form of government. |
| SS3CG2 | The student will describe how these historical figures display positive character traits of cooperation, diligence, liberty, justice, tolerance, freedom of conscience and expression, and respect for and acceptance of authority. |
| SS3E2 | The student will explain that governments provide certain types of good and services in a market economy and pay for these through taxes. |
Grade 4 - United States History to 1860
Social Studies Matrix: Map and Globe Skills
Social Studies Matrix: Information Processing Skills
Grade 5 - United States History Since 1860
Social Studies Matrix: Map and Globe Skills
Social Studies Matrix: Information Processing Skills
| SS5H8 | The student will describe the importance of key people, events, and developments between 1950-1975. |
| SS5G1 | The student will locate important places in the United States. |
| SS5G2 | The student will explain the reasons for the spatial patterns of economic activities. The student will explain the reasons for the spatial patterns of economic activities. |
| SS5CG1 | The student will explain how a citizen's rights are protected under the U.S. Constitution. |
| SS5CG3 | The student will explain how amendments to the U.S. Constitution have maintained a representative democracy. |
| SS5E1 | The student will use the basic economic concepts of trade, opportunity, cost, specialization, voluntary exchange, productivity, and price incentives to illustrate historical events. |
| SS5E2 | The student will describe the functions of the three major institutions in the U.S. economy in each era of United States history. [private business, bank, government] |
Grade 6 - Latin America and Canada, Europe, Australia and Oceania
Social Studies Matrix: Map and Globe Skills
Social Studies Matrix: Information Processing Skills
Social Studies Matrix: Map and Globe Skills
Social Studies Matrix: Information Processing Skills
Social Studies Matrix: Map and Globe Skills
Social Studies Matrix: Information Processing Skills
| SS8H10 | The student will evaluate key post-World War II developments of Georgia from 1945-1970. |
| SS8H11 | The student will evaluate the role of Georgia in the modern civil rights movement. |
| SS8G2 | The student will explain how the Interstate Highway System, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport , and Georgia 's deepwater ports help drive the state's economy. |
| SS8CG1 | The student will describe the role of citizens under Georgia 's Constitution. |
| SS8CG5 | The student will analyze the role of local governments in the state of Georgia. |
| SS8E1 | The student will give examples of the kinds of goods and services produced in Georgia in different historical periods. |
| SS8E3 | The student will evaluate the influence of Georgia 's economic growth and development. |
| SS8E4 | The student will identify revenue sources and services provided by state and local governments. |
High School - Civics/Government
Social Studies Matrix: Map and Globe Skills
Social Studies Matrix: Information Processing Skills
| SSCG6 | The student will demonstrate knowledge of civil liberties and civil rights. |
| SSCG7 | The student will describe how thoughtful and effective participation in civic life is characterized by obeying the law, paying taxes, serving on a jury, participating in the political process, performing public service, registering for military duty, being informed about current issues, and respecting differing opinions. |
| SSCG17 | The student will demonstrate knowledge of the organization and powers of state and local government described in the Georgia Constitution. |
| SSCG18 | The student will demonstrate knowledge of the powers of Georgia 's state and local governments. |
Social Studies Matrix: Map and Globe Skills
Social Studies Matrix: Information Processing Skills
| SSEF6 | The student will explain how productivity, economic growth, and future standards of living are influenced by investment in factories, machinery, new technology, and the health, education, and training of people. |
Social Studies Matrix: Map and Globe Skills
Social Studies Matrix: Information Processing Skills
| SSUSH21 | The student will explain economic growth and its impact on the United States 1945-1970. |
| SSUSH22 | The student will identify dimensions of the Civil Rights movement 1945-1970. |
| SSUSH23 | The student will describe and assess the impact of political development between 1945-1970. |
| SSUSH24 | The student will analyze the impact of social change movements and organizations of the 1960's. |
Social Studies Matrix: Map and Globe Skills
Social Studies Matrix: Information Processing Skills
| SSWG2 | The student will explain the cultural aspects of geography. |
| SSWG8 | The student will describe the interaction of physical and human systems that have shaped contemporary Canada and the United States. |