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What should you expect in middle school history classes? What big events are covered? Why do students need to learn about it in the first place? This article answers those questions.

Here are five things you should know about middle school history:

1. The curriculum is broken up into time periods – such as ancient civilizations, medieval and early modern times, colonial America, 19th century America and 20th century America.
2. Middle school students typically study two or three time periods each year. A few extra weeks at the end of each grade level are devoted to studying one specific topic in greater detail (e.g., women’s history).
3. Students may spend more than half of their class time learning about American history. They also study other parts of the world during related topics rather than as separate units in themselves (e.g., World War II).
4. Most schools have adopted a standards-based approach to teaching history. This approach focuses on core content instead of specific textbooks.
5. History is a really important subject, understanding the past helps with understanding the now and also helps with how we think about the future.

What topics are covered in Middle school History?

1. Neolithic period

The Neolithic period was a time when humans first began to settle down and farm. They started growing crops and raising animals, which led to more permanent settlements.

• Middle Ages

The Middle Ages were a time of great upheaval in Western Europe. Many wars being fought over land and religion. But it was also a time when great artists like Leonardo da Vinci were born, along with Michelangelo and Botticelli.

• Renaissance

The Renaissance was a period of history that stretched from the 14th century to the 17th century. It was characterized by a renewed interest in classical culture, which included mathematics and art.

• Scientific Revolution

The Scientific Revolution is a period that took place in Europe between the mid-15th century and the end of the 17th century. It was a time when many great minds began to question the nature of the world around them and how it worked. This led to many new discoveries, including the invention of the microscope and telescope.

• The American Revolution

The American Revolution was a time of great change in the United States. It was also a time of great conflict, with the Patriots fighting against the British for their freedom.

• The Cold War

The Cold War was one of the most important events in 20th century history. It shaped our world and made us who we are today.

The Cold War began with World War II and ended with the fall of communism in Central and Eastern Europe in 1989. It was an ideological conflict between two superpowers — the United States and its NATO allies on one side, and the Soviet Union on the other — that lasted nearly half a century.

The Wrap Up

So, there you have it. Now you know what to expect from middle school history. It’s a fascinating class – You will get the chance to unpack some of the big events that shaped the world we have today – From the great upheaval of Middle Ages to the American Revolution when the US kicked out the Brits!

You should probably go check out our guide to middle school math now: What You Will Learn About In Middle School Math – How to Blitz Math Class

The topics covered in middle school math include:

Geometry – Geometry is the study of shapes and spatial relationships. You will learn about congruence (two figures are congruent if they have exactly the same shape), similarity (two figures are similar if they have the same angles but different overall sizes), angles and their measure, triangles, quadrilaterals (squares and rectangles), polygons and their properties, circles and their properties, three-dimensional objects such as cubes or pyramids (known as polyhedra), parallel lines and transversals.

Addition – Adding two or more numbers together is a basic skill taught in middle school. Students will learn how to add two-digit numbers together, as well as three-digit numbers. Students also learn how to add mixed numbers (numbers with a whole number and a fraction), such as 3 1/2 plus 4 3/4.

Subtraction – Subtraction is another basic skill that students learn in middle school. You will need to know how to subtract two-digit numbers from one another, as well as three-digit numbers from one another. You will learn how to subtract mixed numbers from one another (those with a whole number and a fraction). For example, you could be asked how much 3 1/2 minus 4 3/4 equals.

Multiplication– Multiplication is an important part of middle school math because it teaches you how many ways, they can combine two or more things together to get something else — often referred as solving “times tables”.

Variables – In middle school, you will begin learning about variables, algebraic equations and functions. You’ll also learn about quadratic equations, which are used to find the roots of polynomials. In addition to these topics, you will start learning the basics of geometry and trigonometry.

You may be expected to memorize facts and formulas for use later in your studies. This can include information on ratios, proportions and percentages. Also, you’ll need to know how to divide fractions as well as use scientific notation with numbers expressed in exponential form.

Middle school math courses often include homework assignments that require you to practice what you’ve learned in class by completing problems that require you to apply mathematical knowledge and reasoning skills in real-world situations. These assignments help students prepare for standardized tests such as SATs (Scholastic Aptitude Tests) or ACTs (American College Testing).

Measurement & data analysis. This topic covers how to measure length using rulers and other tools such as calculators or computers; how to measure weight using scales; how to measure temperature using thermometers; how to calculate averages; how to calculate proportions and rates of change over time; and what it means for two quantities to be equal (or not).

Statistics & probability. This topic examines how statistics is used in everyday life; how statistics can be used to compare two groups or populations; how statistics can help us answer questions about data collected from surveys

Problem Solving – You’ll learn to solve problems using a variety of methods, including modelling, reasoning and mental computation. You will also learn to recognize when there is no solution to a problem, as well as when a solution is not appropriate given certain conditions.

Connections -you may be asked to make connections between different topics within mathematics, between mathematics and other disciplines such as science and technology, and between mathematics and real-world contexts.

Communication – you will be shown how to communicate effectively your mathematical thinking through words, symbols and drawings as well as orally for more complex concepts.

Measurement (length, area, volume) – Measurement is the process of figuring out how big or small something is. It’s also the process of finding out how many units there are in a given space, such as a square foot or an acre. In middle school, kids learn about the different types of measurement — length, area and volume — and how to use them to solve problems.

I hope this outline has helped you understand how your math classes are structured and that you have a better idea of what to expect as you begin middle school. Math can be an interesting even if it is a bit challenging at times. remember, if you find there are particular types of problems that you struggle on, try to seek help from a tutor, teacher, or parent.