Catalog
Social Studies
These are the courses North Dakota schools can offer. Ask your counselor which ones run at your school this year.
Topic
Special Education
45 classes
Explore human origins, evolution, and diverse cultures around the world.
- Understand human biological and cultural development
- Analyze different societies and their practices
- Look at how humans adapt to their environments
Social StudiesGrades 9-129101112
Explore Western and Eastern cultures from ancient times to now. Discover art, ideas, and history.
- Study ancient civilizations' art and writing
- Analyze key philosophies and beliefs
- Connect past events to today's world
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Explore ancient civilizations by digging up and studying old artifacts and sites.
- Uncover and analyze ancient artifacts
- Reconstruct past human cultures
- Learn excavation and dating ways
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Explore diverse regions covering history, culture, and current events from around the globe.
- Study Africa, Latin America, and other key global areas
- Analyze historical and cultural contexts
- Understand current political and economic issues
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Explore diverse groups around the world based on their shared beliefs, identities, and cultures
- Look at how groups form and interact
- Understand different cultural practices
- Analyze social identities and their impact
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Learn how American government works and your role as a citizen
- Understand government structure and functions
- Explore rights and responsibilities
- Discover ways to get involved in your community
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Learn history, civics, and geography to pass the GED Social Studies test and graduate
- Study US and world history events
- Explore government and economics
- Understand geography and cultures
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Learn how to manage your money, understand credit, and make smart financial choices for your future.
- Plan your budget and spending habits
- Understand loans, credit, and insurance
- Explore career paths and educational choices
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Learn how money, jobs, and choices shape our world and your future.
- Explore how markets work and why prices change
- Understand the role of government in the economy
- Analyze your own financial decisions
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Learn how businesses work together to sell products and reach more customers.
- Understand marketing ways
- Explore advertising and promotions
- Develop teamwork and communication skills
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Explore Earth's physical features, cultures, and how people interact with their environment around the globe.
- Map the world's continents and oceans
- Understand climate and landforms
- Analyze human populations and cultures
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Explore how women shaped US history, culture, and politics through the ages.
- Trace women's activism and fight for rights
- Analyze influential women's contributions
- Understand gender's role in society
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Explore America's past, from its beginnings to today.
- Discover key events and people
- Analyze major social changes
- Understand US government and politics
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Explore America from its beginnings to Reconstruction (1754-1877).
- Understand causes of the American Revolution
- Analyze the Civil War and its aftermath
- Look at westward expansion and its impact
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Explore the US from Reconstruction to today, focusing on key events, people, and ideas
- Analyze major turning points in US history
- Understand social movements and cultural shifts
- Discuss government policies and their impacts
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Explore global events and societies from ancient times to today.
- Discover ancient civilizations and empires
- Analyze major world conflicts and revolutions
- Understand modern global challenges and trends
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Explore how governments work and why people act politically.
- Understand different political systems
- Analyze political behavior and theories
- Look at the role of government in society
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Understand how the US government works and your role in it.
- Study the Constitution and Bill of Rights
- Explore the three branches of government
- Discuss current political issues and events
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Explore how countries interact, including diplomacy, conflict, and global issues.
- Understand the role of states and international organizations
- Analyze the causes of war and pathways to peace
- Look at global challenges like climate change and pandemics
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Explore North Dakota's legal system, from criminal cases to civil disputes and how laws are made.
- Understand criminal and civil law basics
- Learn about court procedures and trials
- Look at the history of law in ND
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Explore the human mind and behavior to understand why people think, feel, and act the way they do.
- Learn about different theories of personality and behavior
- Look at memory, learning, and consciousness
- Understand social influences on individual actions
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Explore big ideas about life, knowledge, and what's real.
- Ask and answer life's biggest questions
- Analyze different ways of thinking
- Discuss ethics and society
Social StudiesGrades 11-129101112
Explore how society shapes our lives and our actions.
- Analyze social groups and interactions
- Understand cultural differences and similarities
- Look at social problems and solutions
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Explore specific social issues like culture, social groups, and individual behavior.
- Study how societies are organized
- Analyze group dynamics and interactions
- Understand individual social roles
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Explore and discuss today's most important local, national, and world events.
- Analyze current political and economic trends
- Understand diverse global perspectives
- Develop careful thinking through debate
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Explore how U.S. government and market economics work and tackle today's big civic challenges.
- Analyze government structures at all levels
- Understand rules of market economies
- Debate current issues facing democracy
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Explore human behavior, societies, and cultures through history, economics, and more.
- Discover how people lived in the past
- Understand how economies work
- Analyze different cultures
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Explore love, marriage, and family through different viewpoints.
- Study how society, law, psychology, and religion view family
- Learn about roles and responsibilities of family members
- Discuss the functions of families in society
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Explore North Dakota's history, government, economy, and culture.
- Learn about ND's past and present
- Understand state government
- Discover ND's diverse cultures
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Explore North Dakota's history, government, and culture.
- Learn ND's past and present
- Understand how ND's government works
- Discover ND's unique traditions
Social StudiesGrades 9-129101112
Learn how the big picture economy works, from inflation to unemployment.
- Analyze national income and economic growth
- Understand inflation, unemployment, and fiscal policy
- Explore international trade and finance
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Explore how supply, demand, and market structures influence individual economic choices and business behavior.
- Analyze consumer behavior and firm production decisions
- Understand different market structures and their impacts
- Evaluate the role of government in the economy
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Explore and compare governments and political systems around the world, preparing for the AP exam.
- Analyze political structures and processes in six countries
- Understand political theories and concepts
- Develop careful thinking and analytical skills
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Explore how the US government works, from the Constitution to citizen action.
- Analyze the Constitution and its rules
- Understand branches of government and their powers
- Look at political parties and elections
Social StudiesGrades 10-129101112
Explore Europe's history from the Renaissance to today.
- Analyze major European events and movements
- Develop careful thinking and essay skills
- Prepare for the AP European History exam
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Explore America's past and develop careful thinking skills to analyze historical events and arguments.
- Analyze primary and secondary historical sources
- Discuss major events from pre-colonial to modern times
- Improve essay writing and argumentation skills
Social StudiesGrades 10-129101112
Explore world history from ancient civilizations to modern times, developing careful thinking skills.
- Analyze major historical events and themes
- Compare and contrast societies across time
- Identify cause-and-effect relationships in history
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Explore how humans shape the planet and interact within societies using college-level concepts.
- Analyze population patterns and migration trends globally
- Understand cultural diversity and its impact
- Look at economic, political, and urban systems
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Explore the science of behavior and the mind. Understand yourself and others better.
- Learn about 14 major psychology topics
- Analyze research methods
- Prepare for the AP exam
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Explore the history, culture, and politics of Black people in America from ancient times to today.
- Analyze primary sources from diverse perspectives
- Understand key historical movements and figures
- Discuss ongoing issues facing Black communities
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Learn leadership and civics by running a mock government for a week.
- Run mock elections and campaigns
- Debate and pass laws
- Develop teamwork and public speaking skills
Social StudiesGrades 119101112
Explore the history, culture, and lands of Indigenous Peoples across the United States. Learn their stories.
- Discover diverse tribal origins and locations
- Study key events and historical moments
- Understand Indigenous art and traditions
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Explore how Native American tribal governments work, their laws, and their societies.
- Understand tribal sovereignty and self-governance
- Learn about tribal histories and cultures
- Analyze legal and political systems of tribes
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Explore diverse Native American cultures, history, and social life, focusing on North Dakota tribes like the Lakota
- Understand tribal government and sovereignty
- Learn about Indigenous art and traditions
- Discover historical and contemporary issues facing tribes
Social StudiesGrades 9-129101112
Explore diverse tribal cultures, focusing on North Dakota Native American traditions and values.
- Study unique tribal customs and beliefs
- Learn about Indigenous history and heritage
- Understand modern tribal issues and resilience
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