LEARN NC

K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Goal 8

The learner will evaluate the impact of demographic, economic, technological, social, and political developments in North Carolina since the 1970's.

Objective 8.01

Describe the changing demographics in North Carolina and analyze their significance for North Carolina's society and economy.

Resources aligned to this objective

Using Percent of Change to Measure NC Growth
Students will work in small groups to use the Internet to gather data on the population growth for each of the 100 counties in NC from 1992 to 1995. From this data students will find the percent of increase/decrease for the counties they have been assigned. As a follow-up, the students will enter their data into a computer spreadsheet and from that spreadsheet, produce graphs of the information.
Format: lesson plan (grade 8 Social Studies, Computer Technology Skills, and Mathematics)
By Wanda Washburn.
Why Come to America?
The success of the U.S. as a world power, an advocate of individuals' rights, and a worldwide defender of freedom is due primarily to our uniquely rich and varied heritage. This culture is a composite of the aspects of each of the immigrant populations that make up our population. An understanding of the strength and commitment of these immigrants, as well as a look at the prejudices endured by many, helps us to better understand who we are today.
Format: lesson plan (grade 8 English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Computer Technology Skills)
By Teddi Benson.