WHS.SS.15.A
Locate places and regions of historical significance directly related to major eras and turning points in world history.
World History Studies · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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placesregionshistorical significancemajor erasturning pointsworld history
Skills
- locate (places of historical significance) #dok1
- locate (regions of historical significance) #dok1
- identify (major eras and turning points in world history) #dok1
- analyze (the relationship between places/regions and historical eras/turning points) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can locate places of historical significance related to major eras in world history. #dok1
- I can locate regions that are important to understanding turning points in world history. #dok1
- I can identify major eras and turning points in world history using maps or other geographic sources. #dok1
- I can analyze how places and regions connect to significant eras and turning points in world history. #dok2
Big Ideas
- Geographic locations and regions are closely linked to significant historical events and eras.
- Understanding where important events occurred helps to contextualize and deepen comprehension of world history.
Essential Questions
- How does geography influence the occurrence of major historical events and eras?
- Why is it important to know where significant turning points in history took place?
- How do locations of historical significance help us understand world history?
- What role do regions and places play in shaping the course of history?
- How can we use maps to identify and understand major eras and turning points in world history?