5TH GRADE MASSACHUSETTS STATE STANDARDS
Massachusetts History and Social Science Curriculum Framework
U.S. History, Geography, Economics & Civic Standards.
CONCEPTS & SKILLS:
History & Geography
7. Compare maps of the modern world with historical maps of the world before the Age of
Exploration, and describe the changes in 16th and 17th century maps of the
world. (G, H, E)
GRADE 5 LEARNING STANDARDS
Pre-Columbian Civilizations of the New World & European Exploration, Colonization, and Settlement
to 1700.
5.3
Explain why trade routes to Asia had been closed in the 15th century and trace the
voyages of at least four of the explorers listed below. Describe what each explorer
sought when he began his journey, what he found, and how his discoveries changed the
image of the world, especially the maps used by explorers. (H, G, E)
Vasco Nu�ez de Balboa
John and Sebastian Cabot
Ferdinand Magellan
Jacques Cartier
Juan Ponce de Leon
Samuel de Champlain
Amerigo Vespucci
Christopher Columbus
Henry Hudson
5.4
Explain why the Aztec and Inca civilizations declined in the 16th century. (H)
A. the encounters between Cortez and Montezuma
B. the encounters between Pizarro and the Incas
All History & Social Science Standards copied from:
Massachusetts History and Social Science Curriculum Framework
Copyright � 2003 Massachusetts Department of Education
As Prepared by David P. Driscoll, Commissioner & Secretary to the Board of Education
Massachusetts Recommended PreK � 12 Instructional Technology Standards
Instructional Technology Standards
Standard 1. Demonstrate proficiency in the use of computers and applications as well as an
understanding of concepts underlying hardware, software, and connectivity.
Grade Level PreK-4
1.7 Collaborate with classmates to use teacher-selected Web sites.
Grade Level 5-8
1.27 Identify basic elements of a Web site (e.g., URL, hyperlinks, site map, etc.).
1.28 Copy an image from a Web site into a file on the desktop; write a correct citation caption in
keeping with copyright law.
1.31 Use correct terminology in speaking about electronic communications (e.g., browser, search
engine, online).
1.32 Create a slide presentation using appropriate applications.
Standard 2. Demonstrate responsible use of technology and an understanding of ethics and safety
issues in using electronic media.
Grades 5-8:
2.14 Write correct citations for text and images gathered from electronic sources. Understand that
use of materials is limited by the fair use rule of copyright law.
Standard 3. Demonstrate ability to use technology for research, problem solving, and
communication. Students locate, evaluate, collect, and process information from a variety of
electronic sources. Students use telecommunications and other media to interact or collaborate with
peers, experts, and other audiences.
Grades 5-8:
3.6 In keeping with the research process outlined in Standard 24 of the
English Language Arts Curriculum Framework, identify electronic sources of information (e.g.,
Internet, CD-ROM, online periodical databases, and online catalogs).
3.7 Use search engines effectively to find relevant, unbiased, and current information on a subject.
(Standard 2 performance indicators apply�i.e., evaluate Web sites and write correct citations for
sources.)
3.8 Organize information that is collected using a variety of tools (e.g., spreadsheet & saved files).
3.9 Communicate results of research and learning with others using the most appropriate tools (e.g.
multimedia presentation).
All technology standards copied from:
Massachusetts Recommended PreK � 12 Instructional Technology Standards.
The Massachusetts Department of Education, Copyright � 2001 Massachusetts Department of
Education
As Prepared by David P. Driscoll, Commissioner & Secretary to the Board of Education
