Library: HiSET: Social Science

Social Science

Understanding social science helps us make sense of the world around us. It's like a tool that lets us unravel the mysteries of human behavior, societies, and cultures. By diving into social science, you can better understand why people act the way they do and how societies function. This knowledge empowers you to make informed decisions, fostering better relationships and a deeper connection with your community. The ability to see beyond the surface and appreciate the rich tapestry of human experiences. So, let's embrace the world of social science and unlock the keys to understanding our complex and fascinating society!

Online Resources

Center for Civic Education
Need focused help on the U.S. Constitution? We've linked to self-paced courses. There are additional resources on the site as well.
I'm Just A Bill
This classic from Schoolhouse Rock sings the story of what a bill goes through to become a law. Check out some other offerings from Schoolhouse Rock for more educational songs.
iCivics
This website has gamified civics learning. Play games and learn civics.
Khan Academy
This is an excellent resource for help with US Government and history. This is broken up by topic and subtopic to offer more precise help. We recommend creating an account to keep track of your lessons; plus, it's helpful if you need help with other subjects.

Factmonster
This website has a variety of US and World geography resources, including maps and brief biographies of explorers and travelers.
Google Earth
Tour the world with Google Earth. These interactive tours have been put together and explore cultures, ecosystems, and the Earth from space.
National Geographic
National Geographic has a page dedicated to homework help. You'll find resources on Countries, map symbols, how to write reports, and more!

American History 1493 - 1945 This link opens in a new window
This unique collection documents American History from the earliest settlers to the mid-twentieth century. It is sourced from the Gilder Lehrman Collection, one of the finest archives available for the study of American History.

Digital History
While not the prettiest site. This resource breaks history up into different eras and topics. You can explore each for more information and link to primary and secondary sources.
Heritage Histroy
Want your history to be more story-based? This is a helpful tool for you, with quizzes, study guides, and story-based depictions.

History Study Center This link opens in a new window
A large, diverse collection of full-text journals and magazines, providing multiple perspectives on important historical topics from ancient times through the present.

Khan Academy
This is an excellent resource for help with world histroy. This is broken up by topic and subtopic to offer more precise help. We recommend creating an account to keep track of your lessons; plus, it's helpful if you need help with other subjects.

GCF Global - Computer Skills
This link goes directly to the computer skill modules. However, GCFGlobal.org offers more than 300 topics, including more than 6,000 lessons, more than 2,000 videos, and more than 50 interactives and games, and they are completely free. We recommend creating an account to keep track of the resources and activities.
GCF Global - Personal Finance
This link goes directly to the personal money management resources. However, GCFGlobal.org offers more than 300 topics, including more than 6,000 lessons, more than 2,000 videos, and more than 50 interactives and games, and they are completely free. We recommend creating an account to keep track of the resources and activities.
LinkedinLearning
LinkedIn has a wide variety of helpful courses and videos. This link goes directly to a session on financial literacy. Once logged in, the bar on the left breaks videos down even further so you can jump to topics like fractions or exponents. Like Libby, you'll need your library card number and PIN to access this resource.
News Literacy
How news literate are you? Try this quiz from the News Literacy Project.