Social Studies Defined
Those who don't know history are doomed to repeat it.”
― Edmund Burke
― Edmund Burke
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Whenever the subject of patriotism is discussed, what is the first thing students recall? Fireworks. Do they know the real reason for fireworks on the Fourth of July, or have they just always unwittingly enjoyed the noise and confusion of a well-orchestrated display every year? Do they understand the meaning of the Pledge of Allegiance? the national anthem? the Preamble to the Constitution? the Bill of Rights? the Cold War? Without knowledge of their country's history, the importance of decisions made by their ancestors may be lost forever condemning future generations to struggle and strife. However, armed with the power of such wisdom, their fate, and the fate of their children becomes much more favorable.
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Georgia General Assembly http://www.legis.ga.gov/en-US/default.aspx
Educators searching for a creditable resource of information for their 8th grade Georgia Studies classroom will find the Georgia General Assembly website to be a concise collection of information about the House of Representatives, State Senate, Legislation, and the Joint Offices.
Content The site has tabs at the top of the page that link visitors quickly to their areas of interest. The Legislation tab is an overview of the journey a bill will follow through the Georgia General Assembly. This website offers pure information and no lesson plans or kid links to activities.
Target Audience/Reader Although designed for the general public, 8th Grade Georgia Studies teachers wishing to locate information about the legislative branch of Georgia state government and students who are researching the topic will appreciate the simplicity of the layout.
Standards S8CG2 The Legislation Process at the Georgia General Assembly The student will analyze the role of the legislative branch in Georgia state government.
Use for Professional Development This resource about the Georgia General Assembly is straight from the government to your desktop. Students who are collaborating on a group project will be grateful for this indisputable supply of information.
Educators searching for a creditable resource of information for their 8th grade Georgia Studies classroom will find the Georgia General Assembly website to be a concise collection of information about the House of Representatives, State Senate, Legislation, and the Joint Offices.
Content The site has tabs at the top of the page that link visitors quickly to their areas of interest. The Legislation tab is an overview of the journey a bill will follow through the Georgia General Assembly. This website offers pure information and no lesson plans or kid links to activities.
Target Audience/Reader Although designed for the general public, 8th Grade Georgia Studies teachers wishing to locate information about the legislative branch of Georgia state government and students who are researching the topic will appreciate the simplicity of the layout.
Standards S8CG2 The Legislation Process at the Georgia General Assembly The student will analyze the role of the legislative branch in Georgia state government.
Use for Professional Development This resource about the Georgia General Assembly is straight from the government to your desktop. Students who are collaborating on a group project will be grateful for this indisputable supply of information.
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New Georgia Encyclopedia
http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/articles/geography-environment/geographic-regions-georgia-overview
Referring to the New Georgia Encyclopedia is a superb idea if you are trying to prepare a unit about the geography of the state of Georgia.
Content Whether you use the search box or click the hyperlink on the website, it is easy to find Geographic Regions of Georgia and read a breakdown of each geographic region pictured on the page. The website includes actual photographs of popular and unique locations around the state along with several maps and diagrams if you follow the hyperlinks to other pages.
Target Audience/Reader This is a public information website designed to benefit anyone interested in visiting or reading about Georgia in general.
Standard Georgia Professional Standard SS8G1 requires that the student will be able to describe
http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/articles/geography-environment/geographic-regions-georgia-overview
Referring to the New Georgia Encyclopedia is a superb idea if you are trying to prepare a unit about the geography of the state of Georgia.
Content Whether you use the search box or click the hyperlink on the website, it is easy to find Geographic Regions of Georgia and read a breakdown of each geographic region pictured on the page. The website includes actual photographs of popular and unique locations around the state along with several maps and diagrams if you follow the hyperlinks to other pages.
Target Audience/Reader This is a public information website designed to benefit anyone interested in visiting or reading about Georgia in general.
Standard Georgia Professional Standard SS8G1 requires that the student will be able to describe