Sociology - Select a Category
Sociological Foundations and Ways of Thinking
Defining Sociology: Select the definition that best presents sociology as the systematic study of social life, social relationships, institutions, and social change. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.001 - Defining Sociology Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Sociology versus Common-Sense Explanation: Identify the explanation that relies on systematic evidence and social patterns rather than personal experience, assumption, or anecdote. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.002 - Sociology versus Common-Sense Explanation Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Sociology and Other Social Sciences: Compare sociology with psychology, anthropology, economics, history, political science, and human geography by choosing the discipline most directly suited to a question. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.003 - Sociology and Other Social Sciences Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Micro-, Meso-, and Macro-Level Analysis: Classify a sociological question or finding as primarily micro-level, meso-level, or macro-level and recognize connections among the levels. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.004 - Micro-, Meso-, and Macro-Level Analysis Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Social Structure and Human Agency: Select the explanation that best shows how social structures shape choices while individuals and groups can also reproduce or change those structures. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.005 - Social Structure and Human Agency Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
The Sociological Imagination: Identify how a personal experience can be connected to broader historical conditions, institutions, and public issues. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.006 - The Sociological Imagination Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Social Construction of Reality: Choose the example that best demonstrates how shared meanings, categories, and expectations become treated as socially real. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.007 - Social Construction of Reality Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Origins of Modern Sociology: Identify how industrialization, urbanization, political change, colonial expansion, and new scientific ideas contributed to the development of sociology. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.008 - Origins of Modern Sociology Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Foundational Sociologists and Their Contributions: Match Auguste Comte, Harriet Martineau, Karl Marx, Emile Durkheim, Max Weber, W. E. B. Du Bois, Jane Addams, and other early contributors with their major sociological questions or ideas. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.009 - Foundational Sociologists and Their Contributions Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.1,6,8-9; RH.11-12.1,6,8-9.
Structural Functionalism: Select the functionalist interpretation of a social pattern, including its contributions to stability, integration, dysfunction, or unintended consequences. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.010 - Structural Functionalism Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Conflict Perspectives: Select the conflict interpretation that focuses on unequal resources, power, competing interests, and institutional change. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.011 - Conflict Perspectives Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Symbolic Interactionism: Select the interactionist interpretation that emphasizes shared meanings, labels, symbols, and face-to-face interaction. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.012 - Symbolic Interactionism Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Additional Contemporary Perspectives: Distinguish feminist, social exchange, rational choice, critical, and postmodern approaches by the questions each perspective most often asks. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.013 - Additional Contemporary Perspectives Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; ASA 2022 Addendum; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Public and Applied Sociology: Identify how sociological concepts and research can inform community programs, organizations, public communication, and policy decisions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.014 - Public and Applied Sociology Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Sociological Foundations and Ways of Thinking - Mini Skills
Match Theorists to Concepts: Choose the theorist most closely associated with a stated concept, research problem, or historical contribution. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.015 - Match Theorists to Concepts Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Identify the Level of Analysis: Classify a short scenario as micro, meso, macro, or multilevel analysis. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.016 - Identify the Level of Analysis Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Choose the Best Theoretical Lens: Select the perspective that most directly explains the evidence in a brief social scenario. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.017 - Choose the Best Theoretical Lens Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Recognize Manifest and Latent Functions: Distinguish intended and recognized consequences from unintended or less visible consequences. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.018 - Recognize Manifest and Latent Functions Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.2, 1.4; C3 D2.Soc.1-4.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(1); FL SS.912.S.1; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.01-S.05; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Sociological Research Methods, Data Literacy, and Ethics
The Sociological Inquiry Cycle: Select the sequence that best represents asking a researchable question, reviewing evidence, choosing a method, collecting data, analyzing findings, and revising conclusions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.019 - The Sociological Inquiry Cycle Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Research Questions and Testable Hypotheses: Identify a focused sociological research question and choose the hypothesis that states a testable relationship between concepts. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.020 - Research Questions and Testable Hypotheses Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Independent, Dependent, and Control Variables: Distinguish independent, dependent, control, and confounding variables in a sociological study. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.021 - Independent, Dependent, and Control Variables Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Operational Definitions: Choose the clearest measurable definition for an abstract concept such as social trust, educational attainment, neighborhood cohesion, or media use. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.022 - Operational Definitions Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Population, Sample, and Unit of Analysis: Identify the target population, sample, and unit of analysis in a study and determine whether they fit the research question. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.023 - Population, Sample, and Unit of Analysis Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Probability and Nonprobability Sampling: Compare simple random, stratified, cluster, systematic, convenience, purposive, and snowball samples and select the most appropriate method for a scenario. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.024 - Probability and Nonprobability Sampling Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Representativeness and Sampling Bias: Identify undercoverage, nonresponse, self-selection, and other sampling problems that can limit a study. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.025 - Representativeness and Sampling Bias Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Reliability and Validity: Determine whether a measure is consistent, accurate, and appropriate for the concept it is intended to represent. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.026 - Reliability and Validity Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Correlation, Causation, and Spurious Relationships: Select the conclusion supported by correlational evidence and identify possible third variables or reverse causation. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.027 - Correlation, Causation, and Spurious Relationships Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Survey and Questionnaire Research: Choose survey items and administration methods that reduce leading wording, double-barreled questions, response bias, and unclear categories. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.028 - Survey and Questionnaire Research Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Interviews and Focus Groups: Compare structured, semi-structured, and open-ended interviews and identify when focus groups can reveal shared meanings or group dynamics. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.029 - Interviews and Focus Groups Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Experiments and Quasi-Experiments: Identify treatment and comparison groups, random assignment, pretests, posttests, and ethical limits in experimental or quasi-experimental designs. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.030 - Experiments and Quasi-Experiments Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Observation, Participant Observation, and Ethnography: Select the observational method that best fits a setting and recognize the effects of researcher presence, access, and field relationships. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.031 - Observation, Participant Observation, and Ethnography Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Case Studies, Historical Research, and Comparative Research: Choose when an in-depth case, historical record, or cross-society comparison is most useful for answering a sociological question. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.032 - Case Studies, Historical Research, and Comparative Research Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Content Analysis and Digital Trace Data: Identify valid ways to code recurring themes, images, words, or online activity while recognizing context and privacy limitations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.033 - Content Analysis and Digital Trace Data Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.7-9; RH.11-12.7-9; ISTE 1.2, 1.3, 1.5.
Secondary Data and Official Statistics: Evaluate whether census data, administrative records, public-use datasets, or prior studies are suitable for a new research question. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.034 - Secondary Data and Official Statistics Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.1,6,8-9; RH.11-12.1,6,8-9.
Mixed-Methods Research: Select the design that appropriately combines quantitative and qualitative evidence to answer complementary parts of a question. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.035 - Mixed-Methods Research Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Research Ethics and Human Participants: Identify informed consent, voluntary participation, confidentiality, anonymity, deception limits, debriefing, and strategies for minimizing harm. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.036 - Research Ethics and Human Participants Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.8-9; RH.11-12.8-9; WHST.9-10.1,7-9; WHST.11-12.1,7-9.
Sociological Research Methods, Data Literacy, and Ethics - Mini Skills
Read Frequency Tables and Cross-Tabulations: Interpret counts, percentages, row percentages, column percentages, and simple relationships in sociological tables. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.037 - Read Frequency Tables and Cross-Tabulations Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Interpret Graphs and Social Indicators: Select accurate conclusions from bar charts, line graphs, scatterplots, population pyramids, maps, and index values. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.038 - Interpret Graphs and Social Indicators Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Identify Mean, Median, Mode, and Variation: Choose the most appropriate summary statistic and recognize how outliers and spread affect interpretation. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.039 - Identify Mean, Median, Mode, and Variation Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Evaluate Sources and Claims: Distinguish peer-reviewed research, government statistics, journalism, advocacy materials, and personal testimony by purpose, evidence, and limitations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.040 - Evaluate Sources and Claims Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.1,6,8-9; RH.11-12.1,6,8-9; ISTE 1.2, 1.3.
Recognize Researcher Bias and Reflexivity: Identify confirmation bias, observer effects, cultural assumptions, conflicts of interest, and reflexive practices that improve transparency. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.041 - Recognize Researcher Bias and Reflexivity Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Judge Generalizability and Replication: Determine whether findings can reasonably extend beyond a sample and whether repeated studies support confidence in a pattern. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.042 - Judge Generalizability and Replication Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1, 1.3; C3 D2.Soc.4-5.9-12; NCSS II, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.1; TN S.03-S.06, SSP.01-SSP.04; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Culture, Society, and Cultural Change
Culture and Society: Distinguish culture from society and identify how shared meanings and organized relationships work together. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.043 - Culture and Society Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Material and Nonmaterial Culture: Classify artifacts, technologies, symbols, values, beliefs, norms, and knowledge as material or nonmaterial culture. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.044 - Material and Nonmaterial Culture Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Symbols and Shared Meaning: Identify how symbols acquire meaning through social agreement and how the same symbol may vary across groups or settings. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.045 - Symbols and Shared Meaning Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Language and Cultural Transmission: Select the explanation that best shows how language communicates categories, values, identities, and cultural knowledge. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.046 - Language and Cultural Transmission Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Values, Beliefs, and Ideologies: Distinguish values, beliefs, and ideologies and identify how they guide judgments about desirable behavior and social arrangements. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.047 - Values, Beliefs, and Ideologies Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Norms: Folkways, Mores, Taboos, and Laws: Classify rules of behavior by their social importance, formalization, and expected consequences. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.048 - Norms: Folkways, Mores, Taboos, and Laws Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Sanctions and Social Regulation: Distinguish positive and negative, formal and informal sanctions and predict how they encourage conformity. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.049 - Sanctions and Social Regulation Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Cultural Universals and Cultural Variation: Identify practices that appear widely across societies while recognizing differences in form, meaning, and organization. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.050 - Cultural Universals and Cultural Variation Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Subcultures and Countercultures: Distinguish subcultures from countercultures and identify how group identities can coexist with or challenge dominant patterns. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.051 - Subcultures and Countercultures Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Ethnocentrism and Cultural Relativism: Choose the interpretation that avoids judging another culture solely by the standards of one's own culture while still allowing evidence-based ethical analysis. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.052 - Ethnocentrism and Cultural Relativism Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Ideal Culture and Real Culture: Distinguish stated values and official expectations from observed behavior and institutional practice. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.053 - Ideal Culture and Real Culture Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Cultural Diffusion, Innovation, and Cultural Lag: Identify how new ideas and technologies spread and how social norms or institutions may adjust at different rates. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.054 - Cultural Diffusion, Innovation, and Cultural Lag Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Cultural Diversity and Cultural Pluralism: Select examples of cultural diversity, pluralism, assimilation, and hybrid cultural forms without treating groups as uniform. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.055 - Cultural Diversity and Cultural Pluralism Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; ASA 2022 Addendum; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Culture, Power, and Representation: Identify how institutions and groups can influence which meanings, histories, and cultural products receive greater visibility or legitimacy. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.056 - Culture, Power, and Representation Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; ASA 2022 Addendum; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Global Cultural Exchange: Evaluate examples of globalization, localization, cultural borrowing, and cultural preservation using evidence rather than stereotypes. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.057 - Global Cultural Exchange Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Culture, Society, and Cultural Change - Mini Skills
Classify Cultural Components: Choose whether an example is a symbol, value, belief, norm, sanction, artifact, or practice. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.058 - Classify Cultural Components Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Interpret Culture-Shock Scenarios: Identify the most likely source of misunderstanding when people encounter unfamiliar norms or meanings. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.059 - Interpret Culture-Shock Scenarios Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Compare Norms Across Contexts: Select the explanation that best accounts for different expectations across settings, groups, or historical periods. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.060 - Compare Norms Across Contexts Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Recognize Cultural Lag: Identify a scenario in which technology or material conditions change faster than laws, norms, or institutions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.061 - Recognize Cultural Lag Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.1-2.2; C3 D2.Soc.6-7.9-12; NCSS I; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2)-(5); FL SS.912.S.2, S.5; IN 2026 S.2; TN S.07-S.13; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Socialization, Identity, and the Life Course
Nature, Nurture, and Social Development: Select the explanation that recognizes interaction among biology, environment, culture, and social experience rather than treating behavior as entirely innate or entirely learned. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.062 - Nature, Nurture, and Social Development Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Socialization as a Lifelong Process: Identify how people learn culture, roles, communication, and expectations from childhood through later adulthood. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.063 - Socialization as a Lifelong Process Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Agents of Socialization: Compare the influence of family, peers, schools, media, religion, workplaces, and community organizations in a given scenario. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.064 - Agents of Socialization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
The Looking-Glass Self: Apply Cooley's idea that self-concept develops partly through imagining how others see and evaluate us. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.065 - The Looking-Glass Self Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Mead: I, Me, Role-Taking, and the Generalized Other: Identify the stage or concept that best explains how people learn to consider others' expectations and participate in organized social life. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.066 - Mead: I, Me, Role-Taking, and the Generalized Other Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Identity and Social Location: Select the explanation that connects personal identity to social positions, group memberships, culture, and historical context. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.067 - Identity and Social Location Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; ASA 2022 Addendum; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Anticipatory Socialization: Identify preparation for a future role through learning expected skills, language, appearance, or behavior. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.068 - Anticipatory Socialization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Resocialization and Total Institutions: Distinguish ordinary role adjustment from intensive resocialization in highly regulated settings. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.069 - Resocialization and Total Institutions Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Rites of Passage and Status Transitions: Identify how ceremonies and shared practices mark movement between recognized social positions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.070 - Rites of Passage and Status Transitions Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Childhood and Adolescence in Social Context: Compare how expectations for young people vary across cultures, historical periods, families, schools, and peer groups using school-appropriate examples. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.071 - Childhood and Adolescence in Social Context Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Adult Roles, Work, and Family Transitions: Identify how education, employment, caregiving, partnership, and community roles shape adult life-course pathways. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.072 - Adult Roles, Work, and Family Transitions Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Aging, Cohorts, and Historical Time: Distinguish age effects, period effects, and cohort effects when interpreting differences among generations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.073 - Aging, Cohorts, and Historical Time Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Digital Socialization: Evaluate how online communities, algorithms, games, and social media can reinforce, expand, or complicate socialization. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.074 - Digital Socialization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.7-9; RH.11-12.7-9; ISTE 1.2, 1.3.
Socialization and Social Reproduction: Select the explanation that shows how everyday learning can reproduce or challenge class, cultural, and institutional patterns. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.075 - Socialization and Social Reproduction Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Socialization, Identity, and the Life Course - Mini Skills
Match Agents to Socialization Outcomes: Choose the agent most directly connected to a stated norm, skill, role, or identity lesson. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.076 - Match Agents to Socialization Outcomes Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Identify Role-Taking: Recognize when a person adjusts behavior by considering another person's perspective. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.077 - Identify Role-Taking Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Distinguish Life-Course Effects: Classify a pattern as an age, cohort, or historical-period effect. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.078 - Distinguish Life-Course Effects Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Recognize Resocialization: Identify the scenario that involves replacing established habits or identities with new institutional expectations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.079 - Recognize Resocialization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.1-3.2; C3 D2.Soc.11-12.9-12; NCSS IV; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(6)-(8); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5; IN 2026 S.3; TN S.22-S.24; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Social Interaction, Groups, Networks, and Organizations
Status: Ascribed, Achieved, and Master Status: Classify a social position and identify when one status becomes especially influential in how a person is viewed or treated. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.080 - Status: Ascribed, Achieved, and Master Status Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Roles, Role Sets, Role Conflict, and Role Strain: Distinguish expectations attached to a status and identify conflict between roles or strain within one role. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.081 - Roles, Role Sets, Role Conflict, and Role Strain Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Role Exit and Identity Change: Identify the process of leaving a central role and rebuilding routines, relationships, and self-understanding. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.082 - Role Exit and Identity Change Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Dramaturgy and Impression Management: Apply front-stage, back-stage, audience, and impression-management concepts to everyday interaction. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.083 - Dramaturgy and Impression Management Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Nonverbal Communication and Personal Space: Interpret how gesture, eye contact, posture, timing, dress, and use of space communicate socially learned meanings. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.084 - Nonverbal Communication and Personal Space Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Reciprocity and Social Exchange: Choose the explanation that focuses on exchange, rewards, costs, obligations, trust, and repeated interaction. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.085 - Reciprocity and Social Exchange Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Primary and Secondary Groups: Distinguish close, enduring relationships from larger, goal-oriented, or impersonal group relationships. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.086 - Primary and Secondary Groups Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
In-Groups, Out-Groups, and Reference Groups: Identify how belonging, comparison, loyalty, and boundaries influence attitudes and behavior. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.087 - In-Groups, Out-Groups, and Reference Groups Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Dyads, Triads, and Group Size: Predict how adding members can change stability, coalition formation, intimacy, and coordination. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.088 - Dyads, Triads, and Group Size Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Conformity, Groupthink, and Group Polarization: Identify conditions that increase pressure for agreement, reduce critical evaluation, or move discussion toward more extreme positions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.089 - Conformity, Groupthink, and Group Polarization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Leadership and Decision-Making Styles: Compare authoritarian, democratic, and laissez-faire leadership and select the style most suited to a stated task or group need. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.090 - Leadership and Decision-Making Styles Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Social Networks and Strong or Weak Ties: Interpret how network position and tie strength affect information, support, opportunity, and diffusion. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.091 - Social Networks and Strong or Weak Ties Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Social Capital: Distinguish bonding, bridging, and linking social capital and identify potential benefits and exclusions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.092 - Social Capital Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Formal Organizations and Bureaucracy: Identify hierarchy, specialization, written rules, impersonality, records, and career structures in bureaucratic organizations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.093 - Formal Organizations and Bureaucracy Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Rationalization and Organizational Efficiency: Select the explanation that connects standardization, calculability, predictability, and control to organizational advantages and drawbacks. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.094 - Rationalization and Organizational Efficiency Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Organizational Culture and Informal Structure: Identify how shared routines, symbols, norms, informal networks, and workplace expectations shape formal organizations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.095 - Organizational Culture and Informal Structure Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Social Interaction, Groups, Networks, and Organizations - Mini Skills
Classify Group Types: Identify a primary, secondary, reference, in-group, out-group, aggregate, crowd, or formal organization from a brief description. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.096 - Classify Group Types Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Interpret a Simple Social Network: Use a network diagram to identify central actors, isolates, bridges, clusters, and likely paths of information flow. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.097 - Interpret a Simple Social Network Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Recognize Bureaucratic Features: Select the organizational practice that best illustrates hierarchy, specialization, formal rules, or impersonality. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.098 - Recognize Bureaucratic Features Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Identify Role Conflict and Role Strain: Choose whether a scenario involves competing roles, competing demands within one role, or neither. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.099 - Identify Role Conflict and Role Strain Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.2-3.3; C3 D2.Soc.12-14.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(4); FL SS.912.S.3-S.5; IN 2026 S.4, S.6; TN S.18-S.21; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Families, Households, and Kinship
Family and Household as Sociological Concepts: Distinguish kinship, family, and household and identify how definitions vary across law, culture, and research. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.100 - Family and Household as Sociological Concepts Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Family Forms and Household Diversity: Identify nuclear, extended, blended, single-parent, multigenerational, adoptive, foster, and other household arrangements without assuming one universal pattern. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.101 - Family Forms and Household Diversity Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; ASA 2022 Addendum; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Kinship, Descent, and Residence Patterns: Compare bilateral, patrilineal, matrilineal, patrilocal, matrilocal, and neolocal arrangements in cross-cultural examples. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.102 - Kinship, Descent, and Residence Patterns Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Functions of Families: Select examples of socialization, care, emotional support, economic cooperation, social placement, and regulation of kinship obligations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.103 - Functions of Families Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Theoretical Perspectives on Family Life: Compare functionalist, conflict, interactionist, feminist, and life-course interpretations of family patterns. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.104 - Theoretical Perspectives on Family Life Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; ASA 2022 Addendum; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Family Socialization and Intergenerational Transmission: Identify how families transmit language, values, routines, resources, identities, and expectations across generations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.105 - Family Socialization and Intergenerational Transmission Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Household Labor and Caregiving: Interpret evidence about how paid work, domestic tasks, caregiving, time, and resources are organized within households. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.106 - Household Labor and Caregiving Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Family Life-Course Transitions: Identify how leaving home, partnership, parenting, caregiving, separation, remarriage, and aging can change roles and relationships using school-safe scenarios. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.107 - Family Life-Course Transitions Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Work-Family Balance and Institutional Supports: Compare how schedules, leave policies, childcare, eldercare, transportation, and income affect household choices. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.108 - Work-Family Balance and Institutional Supports Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Family Change over Time: Select evidence-based explanations for changes in household size, marriage timing, fertility, longevity, and multigenerational living. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.109 - Family Change over Time Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Family Policy and Community Resources: Evaluate how schools, healthcare, housing, tax policy, and social services can support or burden families with different needs. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.110 - Family Policy and Community Resources Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; CCSS RH.9-10.8-9; RH.11-12.8-9; WHST.9-10.1,7-9; WHST.11-12.1,7-9.
Family Stereotypes and Media Representation: Identify when media portrayals overgeneralize family experiences or omit important variation. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.111 - Family Stereotypes and Media Representation Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; CCSS RH.9-10.1,6,8-9; RH.11-12.1,6,8-9; ISTE 1.2, 1.3.
Families, Households, and Kinship - Mini Skills
Classify Household and Kinship Patterns: Choose the term that best describes a household form, descent system, or residence pattern. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.112 - Classify Household and Kinship Patterns Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Interpret Family Demographic Trends: Read a table or graph showing household size, age at marriage, fertility, or living arrangements and select a supported conclusion. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.113 - Interpret Family Demographic Trends Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Recognize Family Functions: Match a family practice to socialization, care, economic cooperation, emotional support, or social placement. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.114 - Recognize Family Functions Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Evaluate Family Claims: Distinguish a research-supported statement about families from a stereotype or unsupported generalization. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.115 - Evaluate Family Claims Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS IV, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(13); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.16; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Education and Schooling
Education as a Social Institution: Identify how schools transmit knowledge, skills, culture, citizenship expectations, and pathways to later roles. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.116 - Education as a Social Institution Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Manifest and Latent Functions of Schooling: Distinguish intended academic or civic functions from less explicit outcomes such as peer networks, supervision, or status competition. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.117 - Manifest and Latent Functions of Schooling Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
The Hidden Curriculum: Identify unwritten lessons about time, authority, competition, cooperation, behavior, and institutional expectations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.118 - The Hidden Curriculum Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Social Placement, Credentialism, and Selection: Compare how degrees, certificates, tests, recommendations, and institutional reputation influence access to opportunities. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.119 - Social Placement, Credentialism, and Selection Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Tracking, Ability Grouping, and Course Access: Interpret how placement practices can affect instruction, peer groups, expectations, and later pathways. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.120 - Tracking, Ability Grouping, and Course Access Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Teacher Expectations and Self-Fulfilling Prophecy: Identify how expectations can influence interaction and performance without assuming that outcomes are predetermined. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.121 - Teacher Expectations and Self-Fulfilling Prophecy Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Cultural Capital and School Success: Select examples of language styles, knowledge, habits, and institutional familiarity that schools may reward. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.122 - Cultural Capital and School Success Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Peer Culture and School Climate: Identify how belonging, safety, norms, extracurricular participation, and peer networks influence student experience. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.123 - Peer Culture and School Climate Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Educational Opportunity and Inequality: Evaluate evidence about differences in funding, course availability, technology, transportation, neighborhood conditions, and family resources. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.124 - Educational Opportunity and Inequality Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Assessment and Measurement in Education: Distinguish achievement, aptitude, growth, reliability, validity, and the limits of using one test for multiple decisions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.125 - Assessment and Measurement in Education Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Comparative Education Systems: Compare school organization, vocational pathways, selection, and public or private provision across societies without ranking systems from a single indicator. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.126 - Comparative Education Systems Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Education Policy and Lifelong Learning: Evaluate trade-offs among access, quality, accountability, student support, career preparation, and adult education. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.127 - Education Policy and Lifelong Learning Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.8-9; RH.11-12.8-9; WHST.9-10.1,7-9; WHST.11-12.1,7-9.
Education and Schooling - Mini Skills
Interpret Educational Attainment Data: Read charts or tables on graduation, enrollment, credentials, or field of study and select a supported conclusion. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.128 - Interpret Educational Attainment Data Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Recognize Hidden-Curriculum Examples: Identify an unwritten institutional lesson in a school scenario. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.129 - Recognize Hidden-Curriculum Examples Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Distinguish Equality and Equity in Schooling: Choose whether a policy provides the same resources, adjusts support to different needs, or does neither. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.130 - Distinguish Equality and Equity in Schooling Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Evaluate an Education Claim: Select the strongest evidence for or against a claim about school outcomes while noting alternative explanations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.131 - Evaluate an Education Claim Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Economy, Work, Occupations, and Consumer Life
The Economy as a Social Institution: Identify how production, distribution, exchange, and consumption are organized through norms, organizations, law, and social relationships. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.132 - The Economy as a Social Institution Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Economic Systems in Sociological Perspective: Compare market, state-directed, and mixed systems by ownership, coordination, incentives, social protections, and institutional context without partisan framing. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.133 - Economic Systems in Sociological Perspective Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Division of Labor and Occupational Specialization: Select the explanation that connects specialization to productivity, interdependence, skill, identity, and social integration. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.134 - Division of Labor and Occupational Specialization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Labor Force, Employment, and Unemployment: Distinguish employed, unemployed, underemployed, discouraged, and out-of-labor-force categories in official statistics. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.135 - Labor Force, Employment, and Unemployment Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Occupational Prestige and Professionalization: Identify how education, licensing, autonomy, expertise, income, and public trust contribute to occupational status. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.136 - Occupational Prestige and Professionalization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Workplace Culture and Informal Norms: Recognize how routines, symbols, teamwork, mentoring, informal networks, and organizational expectations shape work. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.137 - Workplace Culture and Informal Norms Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Alienation, Autonomy, and Meaningful Work: Compare jobs by control over tasks, connection to products or clients, skill use, recognition, and sense of purpose. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.138 - Alienation, Autonomy, and Meaningful Work Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Emotional Labor and Service Work: Identify work that requires managing displayed emotion and evaluate possible benefits and strains. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.139 - Emotional Labor and Service Work Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Labor Markets and Opportunity Structures: Select explanations that connect job outcomes to credentials, networks, location, demand, discrimination, and institutional rules. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.140 - Labor Markets and Opportunity Structures Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Unions and Collective Representation: Identify how workers and employers use collective bargaining, associations, contracts, and grievance procedures to negotiate conditions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.141 - Unions and Collective Representation Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Automation, Artificial Intelligence, and Job Change: Evaluate how technologies may replace, transform, create, or reorganize tasks and how effects differ across occupations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.142 - Automation, Artificial Intelligence, and Job Change Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.7-9; RH.11-12.7-9; ISTE 1.2, 1.3, 1.5.
Gig, Platform, Remote, and Informal Work: Compare employment arrangements by flexibility, control, benefits, risk, monitoring, and legal classification. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.143 - Gig, Platform, Remote, and Informal Work Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Consumer Culture and Status Consumption: Identify how advertising, identity, reference groups, credit, brands, and social comparison influence consumption. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.144 - Consumer Culture and Status Consumption Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Economy, Work, Occupations, and Consumer Life - Mini Skills
Interpret Labor-Market Data: Read unemployment, labor-force participation, wage, occupation, or hours-worked data and choose a supported conclusion. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.145 - Interpret Labor-Market Data Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Classify Employment Arrangements: Distinguish employee, contractor, gig, informal, part-time, temporary, and remote-work arrangements from a scenario. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.146 - Classify Employment Arrangements Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Recognize Workplace Networks: Identify how referrals, mentors, weak ties, and professional associations can affect job information and mobility. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.147 - Recognize Workplace Networks Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Evaluate Automation Claims: Select the claim best supported by evidence about task change rather than assuming an entire occupation will disappear. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.148 - Evaluate Automation Claims Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,15-17.9-12; NCSS VII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(14); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Government, Law, Power, and Civic Life
Power and Authority: Distinguish power, authority, influence, coercion, and legitimacy in social relationships and institutions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.149 - Power and Authority Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Traditional, Charismatic, and Rational-Legal Authority: Classify a claim to authority using Weber's three ideal types and recognize that real institutions may combine them. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.150 - Traditional, Charismatic, and Rational-Legal Authority Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
The State, Government, and Civil Society: Distinguish formal governing institutions from voluntary associations, community organizations, media, and other parts of civil society. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.151 - The State, Government, and Civil Society Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Political Socialization: Identify how family, school, peers, media, organizations, and major events shape civic knowledge, values, and participation. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.152 - Political Socialization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Citizenship, Rights, and Responsibilities: Select examples of legal status, civil rights, political rights, social responsibilities, and community participation in age-appropriate contexts. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.153 - Citizenship, Rights, and Responsibilities Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Political Participation and Nonparticipation: Compare voting, volunteering, contacting officials, public meetings, peaceful protest, civic service, and reasons people may not participate. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.154 - Political Participation and Nonparticipation Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Interest Groups, Advocacy, and Public Deliberation: Identify how organized groups seek influence and evaluate the quality of evidence and reasoning used in civic debate. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.155 - Interest Groups, Advocacy, and Public Deliberation Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.8-9; RH.11-12.8-9; WHST.9-10.1,7-9; WHST.11-12.1,7-9.
Law as a Social Institution: Select the explanation that connects law to norms, power, conflict resolution, social change, and formal social control. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.156 - Law as a Social Institution Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Bureaucracy and Public Administration: Identify specialization, hierarchy, procedures, records, accountability, and discretion in government organizations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.157 - Bureaucracy and Public Administration Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Public Opinion and Agenda Formation: Evaluate how question wording, sampling, events, leaders, media, and group discussion can shape measured opinion and public priorities. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.158 - Public Opinion and Agenda Formation Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Political Inequality and Access: Interpret evidence about unequal resources, representation, participation, and influence without assuming that one factor explains every outcome. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.159 - Political Inequality and Access Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Conflict Resolution and Democratic Decision-Making: Choose the process that best uses negotiation, mediation, compromise, respectful debate, or consensus for a stated disagreement. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.160 - Conflict Resolution and Democratic Decision-Making Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Government, Law, Power, and Civic Life - Mini Skills
Classify Types of Authority: Identify traditional, charismatic, or rational-legal authority from a brief example. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.161 - Classify Types of Authority Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Evaluate a Public-Opinion Poll: Identify sampling, wording, timing, or interpretation problems in a poll report. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.162 - Evaluate a Public-Opinion Poll Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Distinguish Power from Authority: Choose whether compliance is based mainly on accepted legitimacy, incentives, persuasion, or coercion. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.163 - Distinguish Power from Authority Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Select a Conflict-Resolution Strategy: Choose the most appropriate negotiation or mediation approach for a school-safe civic scenario. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.164 - Select a Conflict-Resolution Strategy Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-10,17-18.9-12; NCSS VI, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(14),(18),(21); FL SS.912.S.5, S.8; IN 2026 S.7-S.9; TN S.14-S.17, S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Religion and Society
Religion as a Social Institution: Identify religion sociologically through shared beliefs, practices, moral communities, organizations, symbols, and experiences while respecting personal belief. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.165 - Religion as a Social Institution Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS I, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.17; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Sacred and Profane: Apply Durkheim's distinction between objects or practices set apart as sacred and ordinary aspects of everyday life. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.166 - Sacred and Profane Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS I, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.17; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Religious Beliefs, Rituals, and Organizations: Distinguish beliefs, rituals, congregations, denominations, sects, and other forms of religious organization using neutral descriptions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.167 - Religious Beliefs, Rituals, and Organizations Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS I, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.17; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Functions of Religion: Identify how religion can provide meaning, social support, moral guidance, community service, identity, and social cohesion. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.168 - Functions of Religion Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS I, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.17; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Religion, Conflict, and Social Change: Select evidence-based examples of religious institutions supporting, resisting, or adapting to social change without treating any tradition as uniform. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.169 - Religion, Conflict, and Social Change Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS I, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.17; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Religious Socialization: Identify how families, congregations, schools, peers, media, and life events can shape religious knowledge and participation. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.170 - Religious Socialization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS I, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.17; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Religious Pluralism and Tolerance: Distinguish pluralism, tolerance, accommodation, and interfaith cooperation in diverse societies. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.171 - Religious Pluralism and Tolerance Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS I, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.17; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Secularization and Religious Change: Evaluate evidence about changes in religious authority, participation, organizations, and public life rather than assuming a single universal trend. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.172 - Secularization and Religious Change Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS I, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.17; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Civil Religion and Shared Public Rituals: Identify the use of national symbols, ceremonies, stories, and moral language that can take on religion-like social functions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.173 - Civil Religion and Shared Public Rituals Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS I, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.17; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Religion and Social Services: Recognize how faith-based and secular organizations may provide charity, education, healthcare, disaster relief, or community support. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.174 - Religion and Social Services Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS I, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.17; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Religion and Society - Mini Skills
Classify Religious Organization Types: Choose the organizational form best described by a brief, neutral scenario. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.175 - Classify Religious Organization Types Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS I, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.17; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Recognize Sacred-Symbolic Meaning: Identify when an object or practice has meaning because a community sets it apart from ordinary use. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.176 - Recognize Sacred-Symbolic Meaning Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS I, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.17; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Interpret Religious Participation Data: Read a chart about affiliation, attendance, volunteering, or organizational change and select a supported conclusion. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.177 - Interpret Religious Participation Data Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,11,16.9-12; NCSS I, V; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(15); FL SS.912.S.5; IN 2026 S.7; TN S.14-S.17; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Media, Technology, Communication, and Digital Society
Media as a Social Institution: Identify how media organizations select, produce, distribute, and monetize information, entertainment, and cultural meanings. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.179 - Media as a Social Institution Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Media Ownership and Gatekeeping: Select the explanation that connects ownership, professional routines, platform policies, and audience demand to which messages become visible. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.180 - Media Ownership and Gatekeeping Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Framing and Agenda-Setting: Distinguish how media can emphasize certain interpretations of an issue and influence which topics receive public attention. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.181 - Framing and Agenda-Setting Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Representation and Stereotyping: Identify patterns that simplify, omit, or repeatedly portray groups in limited ways and select more evidence-based interpretations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.182 - Representation and Stereotyping Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; ASA 2022 Addendum; CCSS RH.9-10.1,6,8-9; RH.11-12.1,6,8-9.
Cultivation and Repeated Media Exposure: Recognize claims about how long-term exposure to recurring messages may shape perceptions of social reality. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.183 - Cultivation and Repeated Media Exposure Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Uses and Gratifications: Identify how audiences actively choose media for information, identity, entertainment, social connection, or escape. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.184 - Uses and Gratifications Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Propaganda, Persuasion, and Advertising: Distinguish emotional appeals, selective evidence, bandwagon messages, testimonials, and other persuasive techniques from balanced information. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.185 - Propaganda, Persuasion, and Advertising Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.1,6,8-9; RH.11-12.1,6,8-9.
Misinformation, Disinformation, and Verification: Identify inaccurate information, intentionally deceptive content, satire, and verified reporting and choose appropriate fact-checking steps. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.186 - Misinformation, Disinformation, and Verification Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.7-9; RH.11-12.7-9; ISTE 1.2, 1.3.
Algorithms, Personalization, and Filtered Information: Evaluate how recommendation systems and user behavior shape exposure while avoiding the claim that algorithms determine all beliefs. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.187 - Algorithms, Personalization, and Filtered Information Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.7-9; RH.11-12.7-9; ISTE 1.2, 1.3, 1.5.
Online Identity and Impression Management: Apply sociological concepts of self-presentation, audience, context collapse, anonymity, and reputation to digital interaction. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.188 - Online Identity and Impression Management Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.7-9; RH.11-12.7-9; ISTE 1.2.
Digital Communities and Networked Publics: Identify how online groups create norms, boundaries, leadership, collective identities, and coordinated action. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.189 - Digital Communities and Networked Publics Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Digital Divide and Digital Inequality: Distinguish access, device quality, connectivity, skills, support, and beneficial use as separate dimensions of digital inequality. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.190 - Digital Divide and Digital Inequality Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9; ISTE 1.1, 1.2, 1.3.
Privacy, Datafication, and Surveillance: Evaluate trade-offs involving personal data, institutional monitoring, safety, convenience, consent, and accountability. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.191 - Privacy, Datafication, and Surveillance Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.8-9; RH.11-12.8-9; WHST.9-10.1,7-9; WHST.11-12.1,7-9; ISTE 1.2.
Artificial Intelligence and Social Life: Select evidence-based explanations for how AI can reshape communication, education, work, decision-making, and inequality while recognizing uncertainty. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.192 - Artificial Intelligence and Social Life Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.7-9; RH.11-12.7-9; ISTE 1.2, 1.3, 1.5.
Technology and Social Change: Identify intended and unintended consequences of technological innovation for relationships, institutions, norms, and power. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.193 - Technology and Social Change Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Media, Technology, Communication, and Digital Society - Mini Skills
Identify Media Frames: Choose which details, causes, solutions, or values a message emphasizes and which it leaves less visible. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.194 - Identify Media Frames Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.1,6,8-9; RH.11-12.1,6,8-9.
Evaluate Online Source Credibility: Select the strongest source by checking authorship, evidence, date, purpose, corroboration, and transparency. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.195 - Evaluate Online Source Credibility Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.7-9; RH.11-12.7-9; ISTE 1.2, 1.3.
Recognize Persuasion Techniques: Identify emotional appeal, testimonial, selective evidence, bandwagon, loaded language, or false dilemma in a school-safe example. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.196 - Recognize Persuasion Techniques Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Interpret Digital-Divide Data: Read a graph or map showing access, speed, device, or skill differences and select a supported conclusion. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.197 - Interpret Digital-Divide Data Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.2-2.4, 3.1, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.7,9-11,17.9-12; NCSS VIII; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(16),(18); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6; IN 2026 S.2, S.7, S.8; TN S.11, S.17, S.23; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9; ISTE 1.3, 1.5.
Health, Medicine, Disability, and Population Well-Being
Health and Illness as Social Experiences: Select the explanation that connects biological conditions with social meanings, resources, institutions, relationships, and everyday routines. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.198 - Health and Illness as Social Experiences Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Social Determinants of Health: Identify how income, education, housing, work, food access, transportation, environment, and discrimination can influence health patterns. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.199 - Social Determinants of Health Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Health Disparities and Health Equity: Interpret differences in outcomes or access while distinguishing disparity, inequity, individual risk, and population-level pattern. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.200 - Health Disparities and Health Equity Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
The Sick Role and Changing Expectations: Apply the concept of socially recognized rights and responsibilities associated with illness while noting its limitations for chronic conditions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.201 - The Sick Role and Changing Expectations Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Medicalization and Demedicalization: Identify when a condition or behavior becomes defined primarily as a medical issue or shifts away from medical control. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.202 - Medicalization and Demedicalization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Healthcare as a Social Institution: Compare providers, insurers, public agencies, professional organizations, families, and community groups in organizing care. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.203 - Healthcare as a Social Institution Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Access, Quality, Cost, and Trust: Evaluate how affordability, geography, language, transportation, wait time, insurance, past experience, and institutional trust affect care. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.204 - Access, Quality, Cost, and Trust Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Public Health and Prevention: Distinguish population-level prevention, health promotion, screening, treatment, and emergency response. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.205 - Public Health and Prevention Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Health Communication and Health Literacy: Select the clearest, most accurate, and least misleading interpretation of a health message or risk statistic. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.206 - Health Communication and Health Literacy Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.1,6,8-9; RH.11-12.1,6,8-9.
Mental Health in Social Context: Identify how stigma, social support, school or workplace conditions, community resources, and access to care shape well-being using age-appropriate language. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.207 - Mental Health in Social Context Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Disability: Medical and Social Models: Distinguish a focus on individual impairment from a focus on environmental barriers, accessibility, participation, and inclusion. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.208 - Disability: Medical and Social Models Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; ASA 2022 Addendum; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Health Technology and Data Ethics: Evaluate benefits and risks of telehealth, wearable devices, electronic records, predictive tools, and health-data sharing. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.209 - Health Technology and Data Ethics Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.7-9; RH.11-12.7-9; ISTE 1.2, 1.3.
Health, Medicine, Disability, and Population Well-Being - Mini Skills
Interpret a Health-Disparity Graph: Select the conclusion supported by rates, percentages, confidence intervals, or trend lines without confusing correlation with causation. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.210 - Interpret a Health-Disparity Graph Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Classify Prevention Levels: Identify primary prevention, early detection, treatment, or rehabilitation in a public-health scenario. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.211 - Classify Prevention Levels Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Recognize Medicalization: Choose the example in which a social condition becomes increasingly defined and managed through medical categories. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.212 - Recognize Medicalization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Identify Accessibility Barriers: Select the environmental, communication, policy, or design barrier that limits participation. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.213 - Identify Accessibility Barriers Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.8-9,15-18.9-12; NCSS V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(12); FL SS.912.S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.7, S.9; TN S.14-S.16, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Deviance, Crime, and Social Control
Defining Deviance Sociologically: Identify behavior, belief, or condition as deviant only in relation to a group's norms, setting, time, and power to define rules. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.214 - Defining Deviance Sociologically Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Conformity and Social Control: Distinguish conformity, obedience, compliance, informal control, formal control, positive sanctions, and negative sanctions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.215 - Conformity and Social Control Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Durkheim and the Social Functions of Deviance: Select examples showing how responses to rule-breaking can clarify norms, strengthen group boundaries, encourage change, or reveal strain. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.216 - Durkheim and the Social Functions of Deviance Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Anomie and Strain Theory: Identify how a gap between culturally valued goals and legitimate means may produce different adaptations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.217 - Anomie and Strain Theory Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Differential Association and Social Learning: Select the explanation that emphasizes learning definitions, techniques, rewards, and justifications through interaction. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.218 - Differential Association and Social Learning Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Social Control Theory: Identify how attachment, commitment, involvement, and belief can reduce the likelihood of rule-breaking. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.219 - Social Control Theory Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Labeling Theory and Stigma: Select the explanation that focuses on social reaction, labels, identity change, unequal labeling, and secondary deviance. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.220 - Labeling Theory and Stigma Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Conflict and Power Perspectives on Deviance: Identify how rule-making, enforcement, resources, and institutional power can shape definitions and consequences. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.221 - Conflict and Power Perspectives on Deviance Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Social Disorganization and Community Context: Evaluate how residential instability, concentrated disadvantage, weakened institutions, and collective efficacy may relate to community crime patterns without blaming residents. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.222 - Social Disorganization and Community Context Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Types of Crime and Harm: Distinguish property, violent, public-order, white-collar, corporate, organized, cyber, and hate crimes using non-graphic, school-appropriate examples. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.223 - Types of Crime and Harm Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Measuring Crime: Compare police reports, victimization surveys, self-report studies, court records, and hospital or community data and recognize what each misses. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.224 - Measuring Crime Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
The Criminal Justice Process: Identify the general roles of law enforcement, prosecution, defense, courts, corrections, and community supervision while recognizing legal safeguards. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.225 - The Criminal Justice Process Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Juvenile Justice and School Discipline: Compare age-appropriate responses emphasizing accountability, due process, prevention, support, and reintegration. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.226 - Juvenile Justice and School Discipline Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Punishment, Rehabilitation, Deterrence, and Restoration: Distinguish major goals of sanctions and identify trade-offs among public safety, proportionality, rehabilitation, repair, and reintegration. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.227 - Punishment, Rehabilitation, Deterrence, and Restoration Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Crime Prevention and Collective Efficacy: Select evidence-based community, situational, educational, and social-service approaches to reducing harm. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.228 - Crime Prevention and Collective Efficacy Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Deviance, Crime, and Social Control - Mini Skills
Match Deviance Theories to Scenarios: Choose the theory that best explains the evidence in a brief, non-graphic scenario. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.229 - Match Deviance Theories to Scenarios Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Interpret Crime Rates and Counts: Distinguish raw counts, rates, percentage change, reporting differences, and population size when comparing places or years. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.230 - Interpret Crime Rates and Counts Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Identify Formal and Informal Controls: Classify a sanction or rule-enforcement response by source and type. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.231 - Identify Formal and Informal Controls Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Recognize Labeling Effects: Identify when social reaction changes opportunities, identity, or later behavior beyond the original act. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.232 - Recognize Labeling Effects Standards Crosswalk: ASA 3.3, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.13-18.9-12; NCSS V, VI; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(9); FL SS.912.S.4, S.7; IN 2026 S.9, S.10; TN S.25-S.28, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Social Stratification, Class, Poverty, and Mobility
Systems of Stratification: Compare class, caste, estate, and historically based forced-labor systems by openness, inherited status, mobility, and institutional support. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.233 - Systems of Stratification Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Socioeconomic Status: Identify how income, wealth, education, occupation, and neighborhood context can be combined or separated when describing social position. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.234 - Socioeconomic Status Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Income, Wealth, and Economic Security: Distinguish earnings, income, assets, debt, net worth, savings, and economic vulnerability. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.235 - Income, Wealth, and Economic Security Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Life Chances: Select the explanation that connects social position to patterned opportunities and risks in education, health, housing, work, and civic participation. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.236 - Life Chances Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Functionalist and Conflict Views of Stratification: Compare arguments about incentives, role allocation, power, inheritance, institutional advantage, and social conflict. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.237 - Functionalist and Conflict Views of Stratification Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Meritocracy and Opportunity: Evaluate claims about effort and talent while recognizing the effects of inherited resources, institutions, networks, discrimination, and chance. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.238 - Meritocracy and Opportunity Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Social Reproduction and Cultural Capital: Identify how families, schools, neighborhoods, and organizations can transmit resources, habits, networks, and advantages across generations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.239 - Social Reproduction and Cultural Capital Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Social Mobility: Distinguish upward, downward, horizontal, structural, exchange, intergenerational, and intragenerational mobility. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.240 - Social Mobility Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Absolute and Relative Poverty: Compare poverty concepts and recognize how thresholds, household needs, local costs, and social standards affect measurement. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.241 - Absolute and Relative Poverty Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Poverty Dynamics and Economic Hardship: Identify temporary, persistent, and intergenerational hardship and distinguish income poverty from food, housing, transportation, or energy insecurity. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.242 - Poverty Dynamics and Economic Hardship Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Neighborhoods and Concentrated Disadvantage: Evaluate how housing markets, public investment, schools, transportation, environmental conditions, and social networks shape neighborhood opportunity. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.243 - Neighborhoods and Concentrated Disadvantage Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Homelessness and Housing Instability: Select evidence-based explanations involving housing supply, income, health, family change, policy, and local services rather than a single-cause stereotype. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.244 - Homelessness and Housing Instability Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Global Stratification: Compare countries and regions using income, wealth, health, education, infrastructure, and human-development measures without reducing societies to one ranking. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.245 - Global Stratification Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Measuring Inequality: Interpret percentiles, quintiles, top shares, Lorenz curves, Gini coefficients, and wealth-distribution graphs. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.246 - Measuring Inequality Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Policy Approaches to Poverty and Inequality: Evaluate trade-offs among wages, taxes, transfers, education, housing, healthcare, childcare, workforce development, and community investment. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.247 - Policy Approaches to Poverty and Inequality Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.8-9; RH.11-12.8-9; WHST.9-10.1,7-9; WHST.11-12.1,7-9.
Status Inconsistency and Multiple Hierarchies: Identify when education, occupation, income, prestige, citizenship, or other statuses place a person differently across social rankings. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.248 - Status Inconsistency and Multiple Hierarchies Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Social Stratification, Class, Poverty, and Mobility - Mini Skills
Interpret an Income or Wealth Distribution: Read a table, histogram, quintile chart, or Lorenz curve and select a supported conclusion. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.249 - Interpret an Income or Wealth Distribution Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Classify Types of Mobility: Choose the mobility type illustrated by an individual, family, occupation, or economy-wide change. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.250 - Classify Types of Mobility Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Distinguish Income from Wealth: Identify whether a scenario describes a flow of resources, accumulated assets and debts, or both. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.251 - Distinguish Income from Wealth Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Evaluate a Poverty Claim: Select the conclusion supported by the measure used and identify information the measure does not provide. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.252 - Evaluate a Poverty Claim Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.15-18.9-12; NCSS V, VII, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(10),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Race, Ethnicity, Migration, and Intergroup Relations
Race as a Social Classification: Select the explanation that recognizes race as a historically changing social classification with real social consequences rather than a simple biological division. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.253 - Race as a Social Classification Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Ethnicity, Nationality, and Ancestry: Distinguish shared cultural heritage, legal citizenship, national identity, and family ancestry without treating categories as interchangeable. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.254 - Ethnicity, Nationality, and Ancestry Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Dominant and Minoritized Groups: Identify how group size, power, institutional access, and social definition differ from numerical majority alone. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.255 - Dominant and Minoritized Groups Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination: Distinguish generalized beliefs, attitudes, and unequal actions or policies. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.256 - Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Interpersonal and Institutional Discrimination: Identify whether unequal treatment arises mainly through individual interaction, organizational practice, policy, or multiple levels. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.257 - Interpersonal and Institutional Discrimination Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Implicit and Explicit Bias: Distinguish consciously endorsed attitudes from automatic associations and select evidence-based limits on what bias measures can show. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.258 - Implicit and Explicit Bias Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Assimilation, Acculturation, Pluralism, and Integration: Compare processes by which groups maintain, adapt, combine, or share cultural practices and institutional participation. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.259 - Assimilation, Acculturation, Pluralism, and Integration Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Segregation and Spatial Separation: Interpret how law, policy, housing markets, migration, preferences, discrimination, and institutional history can shape residential or school patterns. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.260 - Segregation and Spatial Separation Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Intergroup Contact and Cooperation: Identify conditions under which equal-status cooperation, shared goals, institutional support, and sustained contact can reduce prejudice. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.261 - Intergroup Contact and Cooperation Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Scapegoating and Group Threat: Select the explanation that links perceived competition or social stress to blame directed toward an out-group without endorsing the claim. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.262 - Scapegoating and Group Threat Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Push-Pull and Network Explanations of Migration: Identify economic, political, environmental, family, educational, and network factors shaping migration decisions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.264 - Push-Pull and Network Explanations of Migration Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Refugees, Asylum Seekers, and Displaced Persons: Distinguish key migration categories using neutral, age-appropriate definitions and recognize that legal statuses vary by jurisdiction. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.265 - Refugees, Asylum Seekers, and Displaced Persons Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Ethnic Enclaves and Transnational Communities: Identify how concentrated communities and cross-border ties can provide support, opportunity, identity, and constraints. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.266 - Ethnic Enclaves and Transnational Communities Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Intergroup Inequality and Institutional Change: Evaluate evidence about how laws, organizations, social movements, and everyday practices can reinforce or reduce inequality. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.267 - Intergroup Inequality and Institutional Change Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.8-9; RH.11-12.8-9; WHST.9-10.1,7-9; WHST.11-12.1,7-9.
Race, Ethnicity, Migration, and Intergroup Relations - Mini Skills
Distinguish Race, Ethnicity, Nationality, and Ancestry: Choose the concept most directly described in a brief scenario. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.268 - Distinguish Race, Ethnicity, Nationality, and Ancestry Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Identify Stereotype, Prejudice, or Discrimination: Classify a statement, attitude, action, or institutional rule. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.269 - Identify Stereotype, Prejudice, or Discrimination Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Interpret Migration Data: Read a flow map, age profile, destination chart, or migration table and select a supported conclusion. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.270 - Interpret Migration Data Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Evaluate an Intergroup Claim: Select the explanation that uses evidence, recognizes within-group variation, and avoids essentializing a population. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.271 - Evaluate an Intergroup Claim Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.14-18.9-12; NCSS I, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(5),(11); FL SS.912.S.4, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.4, S.6, S.9; TN S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Gender, Age, Disability, and Intersecting Social Positions
Biological Sex Categories and Socially Defined Gender Roles: Distinguish biological classification from socially learned expectations, identities, and roles using age-appropriate, non-stereotyping examples. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.272 - Biological Sex Categories and Socially Defined Gender Roles Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Gender Socialization: Identify how families, peers, schools, media, workplaces, and institutions communicate expectations associated with gender. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.273 - Gender Socialization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Gender Stereotypes and Role Expectations: Recognize overgeneralized beliefs and predict how they can shape opportunities, interaction, and self-concept. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.274 - Gender Stereotypes and Role Expectations Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Gender Roles Across Cultures and Time: Compare historical and cross-cultural evidence showing that gender expectations vary rather than remaining fixed. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.275 - Gender Roles Across Cultures and Time Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Gender and Institutions: Interpret evidence about participation, leadership, pay, caregiving, education, and organizational rules without assuming one universal pattern. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.276 - Gender and Institutions Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Age as a Social Status: Identify age-graded roles, rights, responsibilities, and expectations and how they vary across societies and institutions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.277 - Age as a Social Status Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Age Stratification and the Life Course: Select the explanation that connects age groups to patterned access to education, work, authority, care, and social support. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.278 - Age Stratification and the Life Course Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Ageism and Age Stereotypes: Identify assumptions or unequal treatment based on age and distinguish them from evidence-based age requirements or accommodations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.279 - Ageism and Age Stereotypes Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Youth, Adulthood, and Older Adulthood: Compare social roles and transitions across life stages without treating all people in an age group as alike. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.280 - Youth, Adulthood, and Older Adulthood Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Disability as an Individual and Social Experience: Select the explanation that considers health conditions together with environmental barriers, accessibility, attitudes, and institutional design. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.281 - Disability as an Individual and Social Experience Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Accessibility, Accommodation, and Universal Design: Distinguish removing barriers for everyone, providing reasonable adjustments, and excluding people through avoidable design. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.282 - Accessibility, Accommodation, and Universal Design Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Disability Stigma and Inclusion: Identify how labels, assumptions, inaccessible settings, and supportive practices affect participation and identity. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.283 - Disability Stigma and Inclusion Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Intersectionality and Intersecting Social Positions: Select the explanation that examines how multiple social positions combine in context rather than simply adding separate effects. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.284 - Intersectionality and Intersecting Social Positions Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Comparing Patterns without Stereotyping: Choose interpretations that use group-level evidence carefully, acknowledge overlap and variation, and avoid predicting an individual solely from a category. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.285 - Comparing Patterns without Stereotyping Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Gender, Age, Disability, and Intersecting Social Positions - Mini Skills
Identify Gender-Role Socialization: Choose the agent or institutional practice that communicates a stated gender expectation. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.286 - Identify Gender-Role Socialization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Recognize Ageism: Identify when an assumption or unequal action is based primarily on age. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.287 - Recognize Ageism Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Classify Accessibility Responses: Distinguish universal design, accommodation, assistive technology, and inaccessible design. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.288 - Classify Accessibility Responses Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Interpret an Intersectional Scenario: Select the explanation that considers how multiple social positions and institutions shape the outcome. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.289 - Interpret an Intersectional Scenario Standards Crosswalk: ASA 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 D2.Soc.11-18.9-12; NCSS IV, V, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(7),(8),(12); FL SS.912.S.3, S.5, S.7; IN 2026 S.3-S.5, S.9; TN S.24, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Population, Urbanization, Community, and Environment
Demography and Population Composition: Identify how age, sex, household structure, education, occupation, migration, and other characteristics describe a population. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.290 - Demography and Population Composition Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Fertility, Mortality, and Migration Rates: Interpret crude and age-specific rates and distinguish counts from rates when comparing populations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.291 - Fertility, Mortality, and Migration Rates Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Population Growth and Doubling Time: Select the relationship among births, deaths, immigration, emigration, growth rate, and approximate doubling time. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.292 - Population Growth and Doubling Time Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Population Pyramids: Interpret age-sex structure to infer growth pattern, dependency, historical events, and likely service needs. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.293 - Population Pyramids Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Demographic Transition: Match stages of changing birth and death rates to population growth patterns while recognizing variation among societies. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.294 - Demographic Transition Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Population Aging and Dependency: Evaluate how longevity, fertility, migration, retirement, caregiving, and policy affect age structure and support systems. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.295 - Population Aging and Dependency Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Urbanization and Metropolitan Growth: Identify how industrialization, migration, transportation, housing, and employment contribute to city and metropolitan change. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.296 - Urbanization and Metropolitan Growth Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Suburbanization, Exurbanization, and Rural Change: Distinguish settlement patterns and evaluate how jobs, infrastructure, commuting, land use, and demographics shape communities. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.297 - Suburbanization, Exurbanization, and Rural Change Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Neighborhoods, Place, and Community: Select the explanation that connects local institutions, networks, identity, boundaries, resources, and the built environment. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.298 - Neighborhoods, Place, and Community Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Urban Ecology and Spatial Patterns: Interpret concentration, succession, centralization, decentralization, and land-use patterns as models rather than fixed laws. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.299 - Urban Ecology and Spatial Patterns Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Gentrification, Investment, and Displacement: Evaluate how reinvestment, housing costs, amenities, policy, and power can benefit some residents while creating risks for others. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.300 - Gentrification, Investment, and Displacement Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Housing Segregation and Residential Mobility: Interpret how income, discrimination, zoning, lending, family needs, transportation, and preferences affect where people live. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.301 - Housing Segregation and Residential Mobility Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Environmental Sociology: Identify reciprocal relationships among society, technology, consumption, institutions, and the natural environment. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.302 - Environmental Sociology Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Environmental Inequality and Justice: Evaluate evidence about unequal exposure to hazards, access to amenities, participation in decisions, and distribution of environmental benefits. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.303 - Environmental Inequality and Justice Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; ASA 2022 Addendum; CCSS RH.9-10.8-9; RH.11-12.8-9; WHST.9-10.1,7-9; WHST.11-12.1,7-9.
Disasters and Community Resilience: Select the explanation that connects hazards with vulnerability, preparedness, social networks, institutions, recovery resources, and unequal impacts. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.304 - Disasters and Community Resilience Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Sustainability and Collective Action: Compare individual, organizational, market, community, and policy approaches to resource use and long-term well-being. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.305 - Sustainability and Collective Action Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.8-9; RH.11-12.8-9; WHST.9-10.1,7-9; WHST.11-12.1,7-9.
Population, Urbanization, Community, and Environment - Mini Skills
Calculate and Interpret Basic Population Rates: Choose the correct rate or percentage from provided population data and interpret it in context. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.306 - Calculate and Interpret Basic Population Rates Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Read a Population Pyramid: Identify growth, stability, aging, or a demographic event from age-structure evidence. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.307 - Read a Population Pyramid Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Interpret a Thematic or Flow Map: Use map scale, legend, rates, and spatial patterns to select a supported sociological conclusion. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.308 - Interpret a Thematic or Flow Map Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Distinguish Urban, Suburban, Exurban, and Rural Patterns: Classify a community by density, land use, commuting, services, and settlement pattern. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.309 - Distinguish Urban, Suburban, Exurban, and Rural Patterns Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.1-4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,15-18.9-12; NCSS III, IX; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(17); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31, SSP.06; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Globalization, Collective Behavior, Social Movements, and Social Change
Dimensions of Globalization: Distinguish economic, political, cultural, technological, environmental, and social connections across borders. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.310 - Dimensions of Globalization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Global Production and Commodity Chains: Trace how design, raw materials, labor, transportation, finance, marketing, and consumption connect multiple places. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.311 - Global Production and Commodity Chains Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
World-Systems, Modernization, and Dependency Perspectives: Compare major explanations of global development, inequality, and interdependence without treating any model as complete. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.312 - World-Systems, Modernization, and Dependency Perspectives Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Transnational Organizations and Networks: Identify how corporations, governments, nongovernmental organizations, diasporas, and international institutions coordinate across borders. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.313 - Transnational Organizations and Networks Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Cultural Globalization and Localization: Select examples of cultural diffusion, hybridization, standardization, localization, resistance, and preservation. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.314 - Cultural Globalization and Localization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Collective Behavior: Distinguish crowds, publics, fads, fashions, rumors, panics, and social movements by duration, organization, shared attention, and goals. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.315 - Collective Behavior Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Crowd and Emergent-Norm Explanations: Identify how situational cues, communication, shared definitions, and developing norms can shape crowd behavior without assuming crowds are irrational. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.316 - Crowd and Emergent-Norm Explanations Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Social Movements and Collective Action: Identify collective efforts to promote, resist, or redirect social change and distinguish movements from formal organizations or temporary crowds. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.317 - Social Movements and Collective Action Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Resource Mobilization: Select the explanation that emphasizes leadership, money, skills, networks, organizations, and communication resources. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.318 - Resource Mobilization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Political Opportunity and Movement Strategy: Identify how institutions, allies, public attention, opposition, and state response can affect movement choices and outcomes. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.319 - Political Opportunity and Movement Strategy Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Framing and Collective Identity: Recognize how movements define problems, assign causes, propose solutions, and build a shared sense of participants. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.320 - Framing and Collective Identity Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Diffusion of Innovation and Social Change: Identify how innovations spread through networks and how relative advantage, compatibility, visibility, and trust affect adoption. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.321 - Diffusion of Innovation and Social Change Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Sources of Social Change: Compare technology, population change, environmental pressure, conflict, ideas, institutions, leadership, and collective action as drivers of change. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.322 - Sources of Social Change Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Resistance, Adaptation, and Unintended Consequences: Select the explanation that recognizes social change can generate support, resistance, unequal effects, and outcomes not planned by reformers. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.323 - Resistance, Adaptation, and Unintended Consequences Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Evaluating Social-Movement Outcomes: Distinguish policy, cultural, organizational, biographical, backlash, and unintended outcomes using evidence. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.324 - Evaluating Social-Movement Outcomes Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Globalization, Collective Behavior, Social Movements, and Social Change - Mini Skills
Classify Collective Behavior: Identify a crowd, public, rumor, fad, fashion, panic, movement, or formal organization from a scenario. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.325 - Classify Collective Behavior Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Match Social-Movement Theories: Choose resource mobilization, political opportunity, framing, or collective-identity explanations for stated evidence. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.326 - Match Social-Movement Theories Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Trace a Global Commodity Chain: Select the sequence linking production, transportation, marketing, consumption, and disposal across locations. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.327 - Trace a Global Commodity Chain Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Interpret Social-Change Timelines: Identify continuity, turning points, acceleration, resistance, and lag from a chronological data display. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.328 - Interpret Social-Change Timelines Standards Crosswalk: ASA 2.4, 4.3; C3 D2.Soc.10,17-18.9-12; NCSS II, IX, X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(2),(18); FL SS.912.S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.8-S.9; TN S.17, S.29-S.31; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Applied Sociology, Social Problems, Public Policy, and Capstone Reasoning
Personal Troubles and Public Issues: Select the explanation that connects an individual difficulty to broader patterns, institutions, history, and policy without denying personal agency. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.329 - Personal Troubles and Public Issues Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Defining a Social Problem: Identify the combination of widespread conditions, public concern, competing interpretations, institutional response, and potential collective action. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.330 - Defining a Social Problem Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Issue Framing and Problem Definitions: Compare how different stakeholders define causes, affected groups, urgency, and acceptable solutions. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.331 - Issue Framing and Problem Definitions Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Stakeholder and Power Analysis: Identify who is affected, who has decision authority, who provides resources, who may benefit or bear costs, and whose perspectives are missing. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.332 - Stakeholder and Power Analysis Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Root Causes, Contributing Factors, and Symptoms: Distinguish underlying structural conditions, intermediate mechanisms, immediate triggers, and visible outcomes. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.333 - Root Causes, Contributing Factors, and Symptoms Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Community Needs and Asset Assessment: Select the evidence that best combines demographic data, service use, resident knowledge, organizational capacity, and community strengths. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.334 - Community Needs and Asset Assessment Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Program Logic Models: Identify inputs, activities, outputs, short-term outcomes, long-term outcomes, and assumptions in a social program. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.335 - Program Logic Models Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Program Evaluation: Distinguish needs assessment, process evaluation, outcome evaluation, impact evaluation, and cost-effectiveness analysis. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.336 - Program Evaluation Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Public Policy Analysis: Evaluate policy goals, target population, implementation, evidence, costs, benefits, trade-offs, unintended effects, and distributional impacts. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.337 - Public Policy Analysis Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.8-9; RH.11-12.8-9; WHST.9-10.1,7-9; WHST.11-12.1,7-9.
Evidence-Based Solutions and Uncertainty: Select the solution best supported by available research while recognizing limits, local context, and the need for monitoring. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.338 - Evidence-Based Solutions and Uncertainty Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Ethical Public Communication: Choose language, statistics, visuals, and examples that are accurate, respectful, transparent, and appropriate for a public audience. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.339 - Ethical Public Communication Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS WHST.9-10.2,6; WHST.11-12.2,6; ISTE 1.2, 1.6.
Public, Clinical, and Applied Sociology Careers: Identify how sociologists work in research, government, education, nonprofit organizations, business, health, community development, and program evaluation. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.340 - Public, Clinical, and Applied Sociology Careers Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Civic Action and Community Partnership: Select a lawful, school-appropriate action plan that includes stakeholders, evidence, clear roles, communication, and evaluation. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.341 - Civic Action and Community Partnership Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.8-9; RH.11-12.8-9; WHST.9-10.1,7-9; WHST.11-12.1,7-9; ISTE 1.3, 1.6, 1.7.
Integrated Sociological Analysis: Choose the explanation that combines theory, research evidence, culture, institutions, interaction, inequality, and social change across multiple levels. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.342 - Integrated Sociological Analysis Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.1,8-9; RH.11-12.1,8-9.
Applied Sociology, Social Problems, Public Policy, and Capstone Reasoning - Mini Skills
Identify Stakeholders and Interests: Match a stakeholder to likely responsibilities, resources, concerns, and decision authority. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.343 - Identify Stakeholders and Interests Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.2,4; RH.11-12.2,4.
Read a Logic Model: Identify the input, activity, output, outcome, or assumption represented in a program diagram. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.344 - Read a Logic Model Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Evaluate Competing Solutions: Select the option that best fits stated evidence, criteria, constraints, and likely consequences. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.345 - Evaluate Competing Solutions Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.8-9; RH.11-12.8-9; WHST.9-10.1,7-9; WHST.11-12.1,7-9.
Detect Misleading Social Statistics: Identify cherry-picking, denominator problems, misleading averages, truncated axes, unsupported causation, or missing context. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.346 - Detect Misleading Social Statistics Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.7; RH.11-12.7; WHST.9-10.7-9; WHST.11-12.7-9.
Choose an Ethical Data Visualization: Select the chart and labeling choices that communicate findings accurately without exaggeration or stigma. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.347 - Choose an Ethical Data Visualization Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.7-9; RH.11-12.7-9; ISTE 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.6.
Synthesize Multiple Sources: Choose the conclusion most consistent with several sources while noting agreement, disagreement, quality, and uncertainty. Aligned to ASA/C3/NCSS/CCSS/ISTE/Representative State Crosswalks SOC.348 - Synthesize Multiple Sources Standards Crosswalk: ASA 1.1-1.4, 4.1-4.3; ASA 2022 Addendum; C3 Dimensions 1-4 and D2.Soc.4,18.9-12; NCSS X; TX TEKS §113.46(c)(19)-(21); FL SS.912.S.1, S.6-S.8; IN 2026 S.1, S.9; TN SSP.01-SSP.04, S.32; CCSS RH.9-10.1,6,8-9; RH.11-12.1,6,8-9; ISTE 1.3.