The Five Fields of Learning
Why Five Fields of Social Studies? Today we will be learning about the five fields
of learning social studies. Social studies is a way to learn about the
world.It draws on information from the five fields of
learning.Each field looks at the world from a different
angle.
What are the Five Fields of Learning?History GovernmentEconomicsCultureGeography
History
History is a record of the pastThe people and events of the past shaped the
world as it is today.This timeline is an example of history,
because it is a record of the past.
GovernmentGovernment is the people and groups within
a society that have the authority to make laws, to make sure they carried out, and to settle disagreements about them.
Government - exampleLimited government is a government in
which the powers of the leaders are limited.
President Obama is an example of a leader who runs a limited government.
Government – exampleUnlimited Government-A government in
which the leaders have almost absolute power.
Ex:-Saddam Hussein is an example of leader who ran a unlimited government.
Government – example 2A citizen is a legal member of a country.Citizens have rights, such as the right to
vote in elections, and duties, such as paying taxes.Being born in a country can make you a
citizen.You can also move to another country and take
part in the naturalization process.Example: This citizen voting in a election is an
example of citizenship
EconomicsEconomics is the study of how people manage
their resources by producing, exchanging, and using goods and services.
Scarcity describes the conflict between people’s desires and their limited resources.
Ex: You want a double scoop of ice cream, but you only have enough money for one scoop. Your resources (money) are limited.
CultureCulture consists of the beliefs, customs, laws, art,
and ways of living that a group of people share. Culture traits are the food, clothing, technology,
beliefs, language, and tools that the people of a culture share.
Culture - beliefsHindu Buddhist
Judaism
CHRISTIAN
Muslim
Culture Culture traits are the food, clothing, technology,
beliefs, language, and tools that the people of a culture share.
Latin Italian
SpanishFrench
English Celtic
GermanDutch
Danish
CultureMexican food and
Japanese children dressed in traditional Japanese clothing are examples of culture.
GeographyGeography is the study of people, places,
and the environment.
GeographyThis picture of North America is an example
of Geography.
The Five Fields of Social StudiesHistory – a record of the past
Geography - The study of people, places, and the environment
Economics - The study of the ways in
which people produce and
exchange goods.
Government - The people and groups of people that have the
power to make laws and see that they are obeyed
Culture - The beliefs, customs,
and ways of living that a group of people share.
Five Fields of Social StudiesGroup ActivityRead the World Cultures and Geography
textbook (p. 17-21 to find out more about the five factorsWrite a definition for each of the factors in the
first box of the graphic organizer.Write examples from the text in the second
box.
HistoryPrimary documents – newspapers, journals,
documentsHelp you orient the study in time and spaceThe background of the students at your
school
GeographyLocation – where a place is (Israel is on the
SW shore of Mediterranean Sea)Region – several countries that have features
in commonPlace – an area’s distinguishing
characteristicsMovement – migrations of people, animals &
plantsHuman environment interaction (HEI) –
how people change & are changed by environment
GovernmentTypes of Government
Limited
democracy
republic
Unlimited
totalitarian
EconomicsResources
Natural – gifts of nature (forests, water)Human – skills people have to provide servicesCapital – things made by people (machines,
tools, $)
Economics - Kinds of developmentHigh level Low level
good educationgood healthdecent salariesstrong public servicesadvanced technologystrong industries
Poor education (low literacy rates)
weak industries (few jobs) Poor health (short life
expectancy)Poor public services
Developing countries
CultureReligionLanguageFood MusicDanceLiteratureVisual arts
TechnologyToolsclothing
CultureUse social studies
factors of history, geography, economics, government, and culture to tell the class about the video.
Mexican Wedding Dance
"Maiya Yashoda" | Karisma Kapoor
Japanese (last 6 minutes)
Five Fields of Social StudiesNow that we have learned about the five
fields of learning Social Studies, let’s see how History, Government, Economics, Culture, and Geography relate to us personally!
Use the graphic organizer to record examples from your own life (personal)
Now, discuss those examples in your group to help you compare and contrast yourselves.
Five Fields of Social StudiesCreate a group chart that illustrates the five
factors to present to the class.Pick jobs:
Designer – Draw a chart, graph, design, art (creative)
Writer – Clearly and correctly write group ideas
Leader – Make sure everyone in the group is sharing information and working
Presenter – Explain the chart to the classMaterials Manager – get and return group
supplies Observer – Watch interactions and be ready to
assess group performance
Write a paragraphHow might you use
the five factors of socials studies to understand another person from an unfamiliar culture? Cite examples from the discussion.
Which is the most important of the five factors in the United States .today. Provide reasons why and cite examples from the discussion