Understands the physical and human characteristics of place. Understands the concept of regions. Understands the forces of cooperation and conflict that shape the divisions of Earth's surface. Understands how geography is used to interpret the past. Understands the visual arts in relation to history and cultures.
Technology Knows the characteristics and uses of computer hardware and operating systems.
Knows the characteristics and uses of computer software programs. Language Arts Demonstrates competence in the general skills and strategies of the writing process. Gathers and uses information for research purposes. Demonstrates competence in the general skills and strategies of the reading process. Demonstrates competence in speaking and listening as tools for learning.