Grade 9
Grade 9 theme: Ethical Autonomy, Global Stewardship, and Human Flourishing — students move from local/system-level thinking to global environmental, social, and ethical considerations.
🌍 GRADE 9 UNIT — Ethical Autonomy & Global Stewardship
Anchor Story: How the World Came to BeGrade Level: 9Length: 5 Days
🌱 UNIT OVERVIEW
Essential Questions
How can humans exercise autonomy responsibly in a globalized, interconnected world?
How do individual and collective actions affect ecosystems, societies, and long-term flourishing?
How can ethical reasoning, research, and collaboration inform global stewardship?
Day | Focus | Learning Objective |
1 | Systems Thinking & Global Impact | Analyze how local and global human actions influence ecosystems, societies, and human flourishing |
2 | Ethical Decision-Making in Complex Systems | Evaluate ethical trade-offs in global issues and justify responsible choices |
3 | Autonomy, Purpose, and Global Life Satisfaction | Reflect on personal and societal purpose and its effect on global well-being |
4 | Collaborative Global Problem Solving | Work collaboratively to design solutions for global environmental and social challenges |
5 | Stewardship Project & Global Advocacy | Plan and present a project demonstrating ethical autonomy, global stewardship, and environmental mastery |