1. Connecting Themes: 8th Grade Georgia Studies
Social Studies Themes:
Conflict and Change
Movement/Migration
Distribution of Power
Location
Individuals, Groups, Institutions
Production, Distribution, Consumption
Rule of Law
Technological Innovation
Belief and Ideals-

2. Conflict & Change
When there is conflict between or within societies, change is the result.
EXAMPLES
WAR
CIVIL RIGHTS’ MOVEMENT

3. Technological Innovation
Technological innovations have consequences, both intended and unintended, for a society.
EXAMPLES
THE INVENTION OF THE CELL PHONE
THE INVENTION OF THE COMPUTER

4. Rule of Law
In a democracy, rule of law influences the behavior of citizens, establishes procedures for making policies, and limits the power of government.
EXAMPLES
STAND YOUR GROUND LAW
JIM CROW LAWS

5. Individuals, Groups, Institutions
The actions of individuals, groups, and/or institutions affect society through intended and unintended consequences.
EXAMPLES
ROLES IN FAMILIES, BUSINESSES AND SCHOOLS
HOW DOES YOUR RELIGIOUS BELIEFS, PEER PRESSURE AND LAWS AFFECT SOCIETY?

6. Location
Location affects a society’s economy, culture, and development.
EXAMPLES-
ATLANTA, GEORGIA
LATITUDE AND LONGITUDE

7. Distribution of Power
Distribution of power in government is a product of existing documents and laws combined with contemporary values and beliefs.
EXAMPLES
PRESIDENT AND VICE PRESIDENT
SENATORS AND CONGRESSMEN/WOMEN

8. Movement/Migration
The movement or migration of people and ideas affects all societies involved.
EXAMPLES-
IMMIGRATION
RELIGIONS PRACTICED IN ASIA ARE NOW PRACTICED IN AMERICA

9. Production, Distribution, Consumption
The production, distribution, and consumption of goods/services produced by the society are affected by the location, customs, beliefs, and laws of the society.

10. Beliefs and Ideals
The beliefs and ideals of society influence the political, social, and economic decisions of that society.
Examples-
Theocratic Government in Iran
Racism- affected how the south was run from 1700’s- 1960’s
Nazi regime- affected the way Europe was run in the 1940’s.