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Social Studies (Grades 5-8): Global Connections

IX. Global Connections

b. Analyze examples of conflict, cooperation, and interdependence among groups, societies, and nations.
c. Describe and analyze the effects of changing technologies on the global community.
d. Explore the causes, consequences, and possible solutions to persistent, contemporary, and emerging global issues, such as health, security, resource allocation, economic development, and environmental quality.
e. Describe and explain the relationships and tensions between national sovereignty and global interests, in such matters as territory, natural resources, trade, use of technology, and welfare of people.
f. Demonstrate understanding of concerns, standards, issues, and conflicts related to universal human rights.

Source: National Council for the Social Studies, 1995

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