Enrolling Now for 2026-27 School Year.
Enrolling Now for 2026-27 School Year.
Dear Learning Coach,
Thank you for partnering with CCA and investing in your learner’s education. This Learning Coach Guide is intended to help you support your learner in their Honors Social Studies 7 course.
Within this guide, you will find the goals, components, and features of the online course. Please take time to read and review this information so you understand how to help your learner interact with all the course’s elements.
The Learning Coach Guide also includes information about each of the units in this course. On each page of unit information, you will discover the following:
CCA wishes you and your learner a terrific school year!
Your role as a Learning Coach is very important. Here are a few ways you can help your learner do their very best in the course.
In Honors Social Studies 7, your learner will learn about ancient and pre-modern history in different regions of the world. By the end of the year, your learner will be able to:
Lesson Components:
Each day, your learner will spend 45 to 60 minutes completing an honors social studies lesson. Some days may take less time, while other days may take a little more time. The lesson does not need to be completed in one sitting. Encourage your learner to take short breaks as they need.
This section will help you to understand how your learner’s course is structured in edio.
Lesson Bundling:
A lesson bundle is a collection of lessons that stack up to equal one full class period.
Within the lesson bundles, there are different components your learner will interact with. These components will not be used every day.
At the beginning of a unit, your learner will see the following bundle.
1. Getting Started Lesson: There is one Getting Started lesson in this course. It can be found on Day 1 of Unit 1. This lesson includes important information about the course and contact information for your teacher.
2. Unit Overview: Each unit will include a unit overview. This describes what your learner will learn in the unit and how many assessments the unit will have.
3. Prep for Success: At the beginning of each unit, your learner will find a Prep for Success. This component offers learners tips to be successful in the course, such as study tips, important software information, safety reminders, and more.
4. Knowledge Check: There will be one Knowledge Check in each unit. The Knowledge Check is designed to check prior learning and understanding about key skills and concepts that will be taught in the unit. The Knowledge Check is not a graded assessment.
See the example below.
In units that have a quiz, your learner will see a Quiz Review and a Quiz bundled in one day.
Example:
Each lesson has its own components to help guide your learner through the lesson.
1. Lesson Overview: At the beginning of every lesson, your learner will see the lesson overview. This section contains lesson objectives, lesson vocabulary, materials your learner will need for the lesson, and the suggested lesson length.
2. Engage: The first section of the lesson is Engage. In this section, learners will be introduced to the lesson by making a connection to past and present knowledge, and will get ready for the lesson’s instruction.
3. Discover: New content and instruction are presented in the Discover section. Your learner will interact with the lesson content through defined vocabulary terms, videos, audio, and Pause and Think activities. Your learner will be able to practice and answer questions as they work through the lesson.
4. Show: Learners will demonstrate what they have learned in the lesson through a series of practice questions.
5. Wrap Up: This section recaps the day’s objectives and prepares learners for a future lesson or assessment.
The course includes assignments and projects. These graded assignments allow your learner to show what they have learned and apply their new skills. All CCA assignments and projects include these components.
1. Assessment Overview: At the beginning of each assessment, your learner will see the assessment overview. This section contains the goals of the assessment, materials your learner will need, the length of the assessment, and directions for completion.
2. Plan: In the Plan section, learners will be introduced to the assignment or project. Learners may be provided with a review of content from the previous lessons, strategies for completing the activity, graphic organizers, and grading rubrics.
3. Do: Learners put their plan into action and work to complete the assignment or project successfully. This section also provides the grading expectations and/or rubric the teacher will use to grade the work.
4. Reflect: In Reflect, learners will think back to the work they completed. They will reflect upon the experience and analyze how well they completed the task. These moments of reflection are important and allow learners to think about their learning and their work habits.
In addition to assignments and projects, this course also includes quizzes, tests, and exams.
This course includes and uses unique features such as:
Unit Overview
Learners continue working on the Digital Citizenship skills they learn from sixth through eighth grade. They learn to effectively use the internet’s resources in their personal lives. They also learn how to use digital technology effectively in school.
Unit Assessments
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Assignment ____________________ ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Discussion Questions
How am I already using digital media in safe and healthy ways?
What more can I do to use digital media in safer and healthier ways?
Unit Notables
This unit will guide learners in academic writing and online research. These skills will be useful throughout this course and in other courses in school.
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Unit Overview
Learners continue working on the Digital Citizenship skills they learn from sixth through eighth grade. They learn to effectively use the internet’s resources in their personal lives. They also learn how to use digital technology effectively in school.
Unit Assessments
Quiz _________________________
Test _________________________
Assignment ____________________ ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Discussion Questions
How am I already using digital media in safe and healthy ways?
What more can I do to use digital media in safer and healthier ways?
Unit Notables
This unit will guide learners in academic writing and online research. These skills will be useful throughout this course and in other courses in school.
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Unit Overview
In this unit, your learner will explore ancient Mesopotamia. They will learn how early empires rose and fell. They will also evaluate how characteristics of a civilization like religion, social class, and leadership were important in Mesopotamia.
Unit Assessments
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Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Discussion Questions
What were the major contributions of ancient Mesopotamia?
Why was the development of written language important to the world?
Which element of ancient Mesopotamia was most interesting to you?
Unit Notables
Although much is known about these early civilizations, some details are lost to time. Elements that remain are often related to government or religion. In this unit, your learner will analyze sources through a document-based question on Hammurabi’s Code, a law collection from nearly 4,000 years ago.
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Unit Overview
In this unit, your learner will explore ancient Mesopotamia. They will learn how early empires rose and fell. They will also evaluate how characteristics of a civilization like religion, social class, and leadership were important in Mesopotamia.
Unit Assessments
Quiz _________________________
Test _________________________
Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Discussion Questions
What were the major contributions of ancient Mesopotamia?
Why was the development of written language important to the world?
Which element of ancient Mesopotamia was most interesting to you?
Unit Notables
Although much is known about these early civilizations, some details are lost to time. Elements that remain are often related to government or religion. In this unit, your learner will analyze sources through a document-based question on Hammurabi’s Code, a law collection from nearly 4,000 years ago.
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Unit Overview
In this unit, your learner will discover details about ancient Egypt. They will learn why the Nile River was important to the ancient Egyptians. They will also evaluate the belief systems, rulers, and innovations of ancient Egypt. They will look at how Egypt interacted with neighboring civilizations.
Unit Assessments
Quiz _________________________
Test _________________________
Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Discussion Questions
What were the major contributions of ancient Egypt?
What are the key elements of ancient Egypt’s religion and belief in the afterlife?
What aspect of ancient Egypt was most interesting to you?
Unit Notables
The Pyramids of Giza are a well-known landmark from Egypt’s Old Kingdom. However, that is only a small part of the story of ancient Egypt. Egypt has a challenging physical geography. From desert to flooding rivers, the physical geography was both a lifeline and a barrier.
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Unit Overview
In this unit, your learner will discover details about ancient Egypt. They will learn why the Nile River was important to the ancient Egyptians. They will also evaluate the belief systems, rulers, and innovations of ancient Egypt. They will look at how Egypt interacted with neighboring civilizations.
Unit Assessments
Quiz _________________________
Test _________________________
Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Discussion Questions
What were the major contributions of ancient Egypt?
What are the key elements of ancient Egypt’s religion and belief in the afterlife?
What aspect of ancient Egypt was most interesting to you?
Unit Notables
The Pyramids of Giza are a well-known landmark from Egypt’s Old Kingdom. However, that is only a small part of the story of ancient Egypt. Egypt has a challenging physical geography. From desert to flooding rivers, the physical geography was both a lifeline and a barrier.
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Unit Overview
In this unit, your learner will discover the history of ancient India. They will learn about the origins and practices of Hinduism and Buddhism. They will also learn about the Mauryan and Gupta empires.
Unit Assessments
Quiz _________________________
Test _________________________
Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Discussion Questions
What were the major contributions of ancient India?
How did migration, conflict, and cooperation impact the history of ancient India?
Which society from ancient India was most interesting to learn about?
Unit Notables
The study of ancient India includes an in-depth look at two major world religions: Hinduism and Buddhism. Highlight examples of these religions, or other religions, in the community where you live. To deepen learning, learners can compare the key beliefs, practices, and impacts of Hinduism and Buddhism.
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Unit Overview
In this unit, your learner will discover the history of ancient India. They will learn about the origins and practices of Hinduism and Buddhism. They will also learn about the Mauryan and Gupta empires.
Unit Assessments
Quiz _________________________
Test _________________________
Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Discussion Questions
What were the major contributions of ancient India?
How did migration, conflict, and cooperation impact the history of ancient India?
Which society from ancient India was most interesting to learn about?
Unit Notables
The study of ancient India includes an in-depth look at two major world religions: Hinduism and Buddhism. Highlight examples of these religions, or other religions, in the community where you live. To deepen learning, learners can compare the key beliefs, practices, and impacts of Hinduism and Buddhism.
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Unit Overview
In this unit, your learner will discover the history of ancient China. They will learn about the ruling families in China and how they kept power. They will look at the contributions, philosophies, and trade patterns of the early Chinese dynasties.
Unit Assessments
Quiz _________________________
Test _________________________
Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Discussion Questions
What were the major contributions of ancient China?
How was the dynastic cycle used to maintain power in ancient China?
Which dynasty was the most interesting to study?
Unit Notables
Three key Chinese philosophies (Confucianism, Daoism, and Legalism) are important to ancient China. Creating a chart to compare these may help review these beliefs. Make sure to connect how these ideas were seen in the ancient Chinese dynasties.
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Unit Overview
In this unit, your learner will discover the history of ancient China. They will learn about the ruling families in China and how they kept power. They will look at the contributions, philosophies, and trade patterns of the early Chinese dynasties.
Unit Assessments
Quiz _________________________
Test _________________________
Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Discussion Questions
What were the major contributions of ancient China?
How was the dynastic cycle used to maintain power in ancient China?
Which dynasty was the most interesting to study?
Unit Notables
Three key Chinese philosophies (Confucianism, Daoism, and Legalism) are important to ancient China. Creating a chart to compare these may help review these beliefs. Make sure to connect how these ideas were seen in the ancient Chinese dynasties.
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Unit Overview
In this unit, learners will discover the history of ancient Greece. Ancient Greece was made up of multiple city-states which sometimes went to war with each other or against outside powers. In addition to warfare, the Greek civilization is also known for many contributions to government, culture, and learning that continue to affect the world today.
Unit Assessments
Quiz _________________________
Test _________________________
Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Discussion Questions
What were the major contributions of ancient Greece?
Which city-state was the most interesting to study?
Which philosopher, inventor, or thinker from Ancient Greece impacts your life the most today?
Unit Notables
Ancient Greece developed along the Mediterranean Sea, instead of along major rivers. This is a unique part of Greek civilization. With your learner, explore how the concepts of government, discussion, reasoning, and art from this unit connect to modern times. Each of these ideas remains relevant today.
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Unit Overview
In this unit, learners will discover the history of ancient Greece. Ancient Greece was made up of multiple city-states which sometimes went to war with each other or against outside powers. In addition to warfare, the Greek civilization is also known for many contributions to government, culture, and learning that continue to affect the world today.
Unit Assessments
Quiz _________________________
Test _________________________
Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Discussion Questions
What were the major contributions of ancient Greece?
Which city-state was the most interesting to study?
Which philosopher, inventor, or thinker from Ancient Greece impacts your life the most today?
Unit Notables
Ancient Greece developed along the Mediterranean Sea, instead of along major rivers. This is a unique part of Greek civilization. With your learner, explore how the concepts of government, discussion, reasoning, and art from this unit connect to modern times. Each of these ideas remains relevant today.
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Unit Overview
In this unit, learners will explore ancient Rome and travel in time from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire. They will learn about Rome’s expansion, major historical events, and society. Learners will study the rise of Christianity and the causes of its spread. They will explore Rome’s achievements, including its engineering and culture, and its impact on the United States.
Unit Assessments
Quiz _________________________
Test _________________________
Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Discussion Questions
What were the major contributions of ancient Rome?
Why did Rome change from a republic to an empire and how did this change impact Rome?
What aspect of Roman culture was the most interesting to study?
Unit Notables
Ancient Rome evolved from a republic to an empire with large trade networks and a powerful military. These qualities will help Rome achieve a golden age with significant advancements. Discuss the legacy of Roman government, military, engineering, and culture with your learner. Help them connect the achievements of Rome with modern society.
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Unit Overview
In this unit, learners will explore ancient Rome and travel in time from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire. They will learn about Rome’s expansion, major historical events, and society. Learners will study the rise of Christianity and the causes of its spread. They will explore Rome’s achievements, including its engineering and culture, and its impact on the United States.
Unit Assessments
Quiz _________________________
Test _________________________
Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Discussion Questions
What were the major contributions of ancient Rome?
Why did Rome change from a republic to an empire and how did this change impact Rome?
What aspect of Roman culture was the most interesting to study?
Unit Notables
Ancient Rome evolved from a republic to an empire with large trade networks and a powerful military. These qualities will help Rome achieve a golden age with significant advancements. Discuss the legacy of Roman government, military, engineering, and culture with your learner. Help them connect the achievements of Rome with modern society.
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In this unit, your learner will explore Islamic civilizations. They will learn about the founding of Islam, the spread of Islam, and its impact on culture in the Middle East. They will discover what life was like for different groups of people, and analyze sources to compare Judaism, Islam, and Christianity.
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Overview
Unit Assessments
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Test _________________________
Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
What were the major contributions of the Islamic civilizations?
Which Islamic civilization was most interesting to study?
What challenges did each Islamic civilization face?
Unit Discussion Questions
The study of Islamic civilizations includes expansion, division, and connection. The empires spread across vast territory on three continents. The division between Shia and Sunni impacted culture and society. You can support your learner by explaining that civilizations also developed when trade between Europe, Asia, and Africa increased. This contributed to the spread of ideas and innovations.
Unit Notables
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Unit Overview
Unit Assessments
Quiz _________________________
Test _________________________
Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
What were the major contributions of the Islamic civilizations?
Which Islamic civilization was most interesting to study?
What challenges did each Islamic civilization face?
Unit Discussion Questions
The study of Islamic civilizations includes expansion, division, and connection. The empires spread across vast territory on three continents. The division between Shia and Sunni impacted culture and society. You can support your learner by explaining that civilizations also developed when trade between Europe, Asia, and Africa increased. This contributed to the spread of ideas and innovations.
Unit Notables
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What were the major contributions of African civilizations?
Which African civilization was most interesting to study?
How did physical geography or natural resources impact the different civilizations in Africa?
What were the major contributions of African civilizations?
Which African civilization was most interesting to study?
How did physical geography or natural resources impact the different civilizations in Africa?
Diversity and connection are important parts of the development of African civilizations. Trade with other civilizations was a key for African civilizations. Support your learner by creating a map or web showing how civilizations in Africa were connected or similar to one another.
In this unit, your learner will explore ancient and medieval African civilizations. There were several empires that rose and fell at this time. Trade across the Sahara Desert and Indian Ocean influenced the development of African civilizations. Your learner will also examine the impact of Islam on African civilizations.
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Overview
Unit Assessments
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In this unit, your learner will explore different civilizations in North and South America. They will learn about how earlier civilizations influenced later civilizations. They will also learn about how physical features like mountains and waterways impacted how these civilizations developed.
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Overview
Unit Assessments
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Test _________________________
Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
What were the major contributions of ancient and medieval American civilizations?
How did geography impact the development of American civilizations?
Which American civilization was most interesting to study?
Unit Discussion Questions
Remind your learner that the geography of the Americas is extremely varied. Temperatures range from tropical to polar. Natural resources varied in different regions. Review a map of North and South America to connect the locations of the civilizations from this unit to their place on the map, and discuss advantages and adaptations associated with physical features.
Unit Notables
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Unit Assessments
Quiz _________________________
Test _________________________
Assignment ________________
Project _____________________
Exam _______________________
What were the major contributions of ancient and medieval American civilizations?
How did geography impact the development of American civilizations?
Which American civilization was most interesting to study?
Unit Discussion Questions
Remind your learner that the geography of the Americas is extremely varied. Temperatures range from tropical to polar. Natural resources varied in different regions. Review a map of North and South America to connect the locations of the civilizations from this unit to their place on the map, and discuss advantages and adaptations associated with physical features.
Unit Notables
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What were the major contributions of Europe during the Middle Ages?
Which aspect of life in Europe was most interesting to study?
How did Europe’s location at a crossroads of trade with Asia and Africa create positive and negative effects?
What were the major contributions of Europe during the Middle Ages?
Which aspect of life in Europe was most interesting to study?
How did Europe’s location at a crossroads of trade with Asia and Africa create positive and negative effects?
Structure and order were very important to European society during this time in history. Support your learner by reviewing the feudal structure and discussing how it impacted life and society. Then, ask them how the Black Death threatened society’s order.
In this unit, your learner will explore the Middle Ages in Europe. They will learn about how various smaller kingdoms rose, and how daily life was shaped by the feudal system and the Catholic Church. They will explore how major events changed the culture and politics in Europe.
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
Unit Overview
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What were the major contributions of medieval Asian civilizations?
Which medieval Asian civilization was most interesting to study?
What factors contributed to the success of the different medieval Asian civilizations you studied?
What were the major contributions of medieval Asian civilizations?
Which medieval Asian civilization was most interesting to study?
What factors contributed to the success of the different medieval Asian civilizations you studied?
This unit explores powerful cultures that controlled vast areas. You can support your learner by discussing how societies influenced one another as they came into contact through trade and conquest. This created cultural similarities within the region.
In this unit, your learner will explore the civilizations of Asia during the medieval period. They will explore China, the Mongols, Japan, and Korea. They will explore the cultural exchanges that took place in India and Southeast Asia. In addition, they will analyze primary sources and compare the history and cultures of different regions of Asia.
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
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What was the most interesting technology you learned about in this course?
How did civilizations cooperate with one another?
Which aspect of culture was most interesting to learn about?
What was the most interesting technology you learned about in this course?
How did civilizations cooperate with one another?
Which aspect of culture was most interesting to learn about?
In this unit, your learner will reflect on what they learned. They will explore how patterns of history, like ideas, technology, conflict, cooperation, and culture, impacted different civilizations. Challenge your learner to see how these patterns also extend to more recent history or present times.
In this unit, your learner will wrap up their Honors Social Studies 7 course. They will apply what they have learned in the course and examine trends that have crossed time and place. Then, they will conclude the course by reflecting on what they have learned.
Have your learner identify which assessment type they see in their unit. Check all that apply.
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Enrolling Now for 2026-27 School Year.
