Each lesson includes practice with skills such as map and globe interpretation, data analysis, problem solving, time and chronological relationships, and other higher order thinking opportunities. This set of lessons is designed for students engaged in a study of Georgia history and government. Topics addressed include trade, distribution of resources, economic competition, business activity in the southeast, trade and exports from Georgia. The lessons demonstrate Georgia's economic connectness with Japan while providing opportunities for students to practice social science process skills. Japan's Geographic and Human Setting Grades 9-12 Japan's location, physical setting, cultural characteristics, land use, and economic development are addressed in these lessons.
Students interact with an extensive array of maps, data, and readings in hands-on activities.
After World War II, a democratic government was established in Japan, using the United States Constitution as a model but with a parliamentary form of government. These lessons provide students the opportunity to examine the document, engage in discussion regarding the role of the emperor, and data analysis regarding political parties and voting patterns in Japan. These lessons provide students opportunities to experience these and to learn arts in hands-on activities. In addition, cultural values are examined through an examination of family life, the education system, and the Japanese worker and consumer.