Download Ethiopian new Curriculum grade 8 social studies Student Textbook PDF

Writers

The textbook is authored & Prepared by:

• Tilahun Atlabachew T/Giorgis
• Melkamu Belay Tiruneh
• Kassahun Demissie Worku
• Mulugeta Dires Fetene

Publisher

Published by: Ministry of Education of Ethiopia

Country of Origin

Ethiopia, The content is tailored to the Ethiopian context.

Pages

The textbook contains 213 pages, organized into several units that cover a range of topics.

Total Units

The textbook includes 7 units, each focusing on different aspects of topic.

Curriculum

The textbook follows the Ethiopian New Curriculum

File Size

The digital file size of the textbook is 4 MB, available in PDF format

Ethiopian New Curriculum Grade 8 Social Studies Student Textbook Contains 7 Chapters. They are:

1. Physical Characteristics of the Earth
2. People and Socioeconomic Activities
3. Natural Resources and Socioeconomic Development
4. Early Modern and Modern World History
5. Africa since the 1500s
6. Modern History of Ethiopia
7. Contemporary Global Issues

Unit 1 - Physical Characteristics of the Earth:

• Describes the internal and external forces that shape the Earth's surface, including folding, faulting, volcanism, and earthquakes. Examines the resulting landforms.
• Explores the composition and structure of the Earth's atmosphere, including the different thermal and compositional layers.
• Discusses the elements and controls of weather and climate.

Unit 2 - People and Socioeconomic Activities:

• Examines cultural diversity and changes.
• Covers major economic activities.
• Looks at trade, markets, government revenue, and taxation.

Unit 3 - Natural Resources and Socioeconomic Development:

• Discusses the conservation and utilization of natural resources for sustainable development.
• Explores the consequences of unwise utilization of natural resources.
• Addresses resource accessibility and resource-based conflicts.

Unit 4 - Early Modern and Modern World History:

• Covers the Great Geographical Discoveries.
• Examines the Renaissance, Reformation, and Counter-Reformation.
• Explores the Industrial Revolution.
• Discusses the Two World Wars and the Cold War.

Unit 5 - Africa since the 1500s:

• Focuses on slavery and the slave trade.
• Examines colonialism in Africa.
• Looks at the formation of independent African states and moves towards economic and political integration.

Unit 6 - Modern History of Ethiopia:

• Explores the formation of the modern Ethiopian Empire State.
• Discusses long-distance trade and media of exchange.
• Examines Ethiopia's interactions with the outside world.
• Highlights the unity of Ethiopians in defense of their sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Unit 7 - Contemporary Global Issues:

• Addresses climate change.
• Explores water shortage/scarcity.
• Discusses deforestation.

Students will gain understanding in:

• Forces Shaping the Earth's Surface: Understanding the internal and external forces that shape the Earth's surface and the resulting landforms, such as mountains, valleys, and plains.
• Composition and Structure of the Earth's Atmosphere: Describing the composition and structure of the Earth's atmosphere, including the layers and their functions.
• Weather vs. Climate: Distinguishing between weather and climate, and identifying the elements and controls that influence each, such as temperature, precipitation, and wind patterns.
• Cultural, Economic, and Sociopolitical Changes: Analyzing the cultural, economic, and sociopolitical changes that have shaped human societies over time.
• Sustainable Use of Natural Resources: Exploring the sustainable use of natural resources and understanding the consequences of resource utilization on the environment and societies.
• Key Events in World History: Gaining knowledge of key events and developments in early modern and modern world history, including significant movements, wars, and innovations.
• Historical Experiences of Africa and Ethiopia: Comprehending the historical experiences of Africa and Ethiopia in the modern era, focusing on their cultural, political, and economic developments.
• Contemporary Global Issues: Critically examining contemporary global issues such as climate change, water scarcity, and deforestation, and understanding their impacts on the planet and human societies.