Students understand the chronological organization of history and know how to organize events and people into major eras to identify and explain historical relationships. Students know how to use the processes and resources of historical inquiry. Students understand that societies are diverse and have changed over time. Students understand how science, technology, and economic activity have developed, changed, and affected societies throughout history. Students understand political institutions and theories that have developed and changed over time.
Students know that religious and philosophical ideas have been powerful forces throughout history.
Students recognize and use the visual arts as a form of communication. Students know and apply elements of art, principles of design, and sensory and expressive features of visual arts. Students know and apply visual arts materials, tools, techniques, and processes. Students relate the visual arts to various historical and cultural traditions. Students analyze and evaluate the characteristics, merits, and meaning of works of art.