USH.SS.21.B
Describe how American values are different and unique from those of other nations.
United States History Studies Since 1877 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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American valuesunique valuesother nations
Skills
- describe (how American values differ from those of other nations) #dok2
- identify (unique features of American values) #dok1
- compare (American values with the values of other nations) #dok2
- analyze (examples of American values and their distinctiveness) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can identify American values. #dok1
- I can list common values of other nations. #dok1
- I can describe how American values are different from those of other nations. #dok2
- I can compare American values with the values held in other countries. #dok2
- I can analyze examples that illustrate the uniqueness of American values in comparison to those of other nations. #dok3
Big Ideas
- American values help define the nation’s unique identity and distinguish it from other countries.
- Understanding and describing how American values differ from the values of other nations deepens appreciation for the concept of American exceptionalism.
Essential Questions
- What values are considered uniquely American, and why?
- How do American values compare with those of other countries around the world?
- In what ways do the unique values of the United States influence its society and culture?
- Why is it important to understand how American values are different or unique from those of other nations?
- How can we see evidence of American values being different or unique throughout history or in today's society?