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Media Literacy: Logical Fallacies as Propaganda in Current Events
This engaging lesson takes a comical approach to examining the common use of logical fallacies as propagandistic techniques in product advertising, popular press news coverage, and political campaigns. Rest assured, your students will become much more savvy information consumers after they have purposefully used fallacies to mislead others in this active assignment. The lesson begins with a fictional news article that uses logical fallacies to prove that a visit to the doctor is deadly and to
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7th - 12th
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The Branches of Government Webquest Collection
These 4 great webquests go over the 3 branches of government and the Executive Cabinet. Save money and buy the collection! The four webquests can be viewed and purchased individually below:The Executive Branch WebquestThe Executive Cabinet WebquestThe Legislative Branch WebquestThe Judicial Branch WebquestAll of my government lesson plans are in the following collection:Government and Civics CollectionIndividual Government Lesson Plans:Government WebquestsThe Legislative Branch WebquestJudicial
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4th - 10th
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Government Video Study Guide: The Hunger Games
This video study guide is designed to accompany the 2012 film The Hunger Games. It contains 27 multiple-choice questions, 4 ethical reasoning (short answer) questions, and 1 essay question. Answer key follows the student handout in the Microsoft Word file.
Because of a modified schedule due to standardized testing, one of my freshman government classes recently had to suffer through a few extra hours of class with me. I've found that the (color, Americanized) film adaptation of Lord of the Flie
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6th - 12th
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Street Law Reading Guides
The Street Law Reading Guides were created to supplement the 8th edition of the Street Law textbook, published by Glencoe and Street Law, Inc. The guided worksheets help students process the key information in each chapter of the textbook. A series of questions has been created to supplement the key chapters in the textbook (1-2, 5-16, 18-20, 23-24, 26, 29, 31-32, 34, 39, 42) and introduce students to the key content from each of the 6 units of the textbook (1- Introduction to the Legal System,
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9th - 12th
Foreign Government Research Study Comparative Country Project Editable
This project is fully editable, so teachers may personalize it for their own Civics, Government, AP Government, AP Comparative Government, or other relevant class. This resource contains the project assignment, task, and prompt, as well as a four page research worksheet, and a detailed rubric. Each element of this resource can be edited to work with your specific curriculum. With this study, students will analyze the characteristics, and development of different political systems, with emphasis
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9th - 12th
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Executive Branch Test (Government)
Executive Branch Unit Test / Exam / Assessment. The Executive Branch Test Includes a variety of 50 Multiple Choice, Matching, and True/False questions as well as 1 Extended Essay Response question. Covers the Office of President and Vice President, The job of the President, Foreign Policy, Presidential Advisers and Executive Agencies. Typed Key Included! Assessment works great with cornell notes sections covering the Executive Branch. Check out the Executive Branch Unit Study Guide too!
This p
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Three Branches Government Bundle
Mock Trial "The Tornado" (A murder trial based upon Rubin Carter)
Mock trial for class of 12-31 studentsThis mock trial is loosely based upon the facts of the case of Rubin “the Hurricane” Carter, and some of the actual grand jury testimony (modified slightly) in that case is used in this mock trial. I've used this mock trial for standard-level as well as honors-level high school students. Interestingly enough, the standard-level students get into the trial more fervently than the honors kids. Contains: 12 Witness profile sheets and instructions Attorney pack
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10th - 12th
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The Roots of American Democracy | Digital Learning Pack
Where do the foundational ideas of American Democracy come from? Did the founding fathers think up all of the ideas that form our constitution? Did we draw influence from other outside sources? Find out the answers to these questions and more with this great pack of resources! Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "The Roots of American Democracy" Distance Learning Pack includes:1) 5 pages of engaging graphic organizers that help your students sort out all of the key concepts about the roo
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Introduction to American Government | Digital Learning | Deluxe Bundle
2nd Amendment / Gun Control Analysis
This engaging packet provides students with the opportunity to analyze various types of political information related to the Second Amendment. Through analyzing charts, graphs, infographics, political cartoons, and text descriptions of political party stances, students will gain a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding the topic. Key features include:Analysis of various types of political information related to the Second AmendmentDiscussion questions that promote critical thinking
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7th - 12th
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Global Issues Awareness Project(s)
This comprehensive project challenges students to inform, raise awareness, and advocate on a global issue of their choice. Students research and plan an awareness campaign to deliver to their community, school, and/or student body. Turn students from passive learners into advocates as they assume the role of teacher as they are challenged to inform and educate their peers about their topic. The project requires students to be creative, innovative and use 21st century skills as they complete
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9th - 12th
The Powers of Congress | The Legislative Branch | Digital Learning Pack
This objective for the powers of Congress will help your students understand the expressed and implied powers of Congress. Students will get the opportunity to examine these powers and think critically about why the Framers of the Constitution included these powers. Give your students everything they need to master this topic with this great pack of resources. Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "The Powers of Congress" Distance Learning Pack includes:1) 4 pages of engaging graphic organiz
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: The Legislative Branch | Digital Learning | Deluxe Bundle
Judicial Branch Test (Government)
Judicial Branch Unit Test / Exam / Assessment. Includes a variety of 50 Multiple Choice, Matching, and True/False questions as well as 3 Extended Essay Response questions. Covers the Federal Courts, The Supreme Court, The Supreme Court at Work, and more.... Assessment works great with cornell notes sections covering the Judicial Branch. Check out the Judicial Branch study guide too! This product is also sold as part of the Judicial Branch Unit Bundle . Each bundle from High Altitude History sav
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Three Branches Government Bundle
The Purpose of Government | Digital Learning Pack
Are you looking for an activity to introduce your American Government course? We have laid out a perfect pack of items to help you introduce the basics concepts of government to your students. This in depth pack has everything you need! Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "The Purpose of Government" Distance Learning Pack includes:1) 4 pages of engaging graphic organizers that help your students sort out all of the key concepts about the formation of government. Students complete pages on
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Introduction to American Government | Digital Learning | Deluxe Bundle
US Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Infographics Analysis Lesson
Teach your students about the US Gross Domestic Product (GDP) through analyzing various infographics with this engaging lesson plan. This activity provides a comprehensive overview of GDP and includes:Observation and comparison of US GDP to other countriesAnalysis of changes in US GDP over timeIdentification of the types of spending that make up US GDPAnd more!This lesson is perfect for promoting critical thinking and data analysis skills. Help your students understand the significance of GDP an
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9th - 12th
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Social Studies Pre Test
This is a 41 question Social Studies pre test. The test covers history, politics, geography and government. I use it as a non-graded assignment at the beginning of a semester as an ice breaker and to gauge prior knowledge.
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Create an Immigration Policy for the US- Comprehensive Immigration Prog. Project
Students will write a bill for the 21st century on immigration based on the following topics.
Immigration reform –- Our immigration system is broken, and needs change. Too many people want to live and work in the U.S.; we make it very difficult to do so. Thus, an estimated 11-12 million people are here without documentation. It is your job to fix the Immigration system, and come up with your own Comprehensive Immigration Reform. In doing so, answer the questions below. Use Pollingreports.com
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Media Literacy: Credible Sources in the Media
This entertaining introduction to current events in the popular press is sure to bring plenty of laughs in your classroom. The two-day lesson presents students with objective criteria for assessing the credibility of popular press reports with an emphasis on evaluating the individual report rather than the source. Students practice employing the criteria on reports from a variety of sources including a reputable newspaper, a tabloid product, and a government propaganda film. In doing so, stu
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9th - 12th
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Legislative Branch Test (Government)
Legislative Branch Unit Test / Exam / Assessment. Includes a variety of 50 Multiple Choice, Matching, and True/False questions, as well as 2 Extended Essay Response questions. Covers the organization of Congress, Qualifications, Powers, and the Process of a Bill becoming a Law. Assessment works great with Cornell notes sections covering the Legislative Branch.This product is also sold as part of the Government: The Legislative Branch Unit Bundle . Each bundle from High Altitude History saves yo
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Three Branches Government Bundle
Twice Toward Justice - Chapter by Chapter Questions
For use with the Claudette Colvin story: Twice Toward Justice
This pack includes chapter by chapter questions that can be used for homework, classwork, or guided reading. They are great for ensuring that your students are comprehending the story as they read by asking questions which point them towards identifying and describing the major events of the story as well as making some deeper inferences and interacting with the text as they read.
As we worked through the novel in my 9th grade Civi
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5th - 11th
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Mock Trial: The Case of the After-Prom Party
Mock trial for class of 15-40 students
The scenario is this: Six students engage in an after-prom party where there is some drinking of alcohol and widespread marijuana smoking, and two of the students are involved in a fatal car crash driving home from the party at approximately 3:30 a.m. the following morning.
The goals of this mock trial are:
1. to teach students how civil trials work, what joint and several liability is, and what compensatory and punitive damages are.
2. to provide an
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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The Constitution | Ratification and Bill of Rights | Digital Learning Pack
The Founding Fathers were concerned with one person having too much power in a government. After finalizing the Constitution, two groups formed in response. The Federalists believed in the new document and wanted it ratified, the Antifederalists believed the document gave too much power to the Central government. How was this debate settled? Give your students this great pack of resources to help them find out? Digital and Paper Copies Included!This "The Constitution- Ratification and Bill
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Introduction to American Government | Digital Learning | Deluxe Bundle
Florida Seventh Grade Civics Unit Assessments
You can make the grade on the Florida Seventh Grade Civics End of Course (EOC) Exam with this set of assessments. All of the questions are connected to each of the benchmarks that are covered by the EOC. This is a useful resource for classroom teachers who need classroom assessments or for targeted remediation.
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7th
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U.S. President Research Project
Students will select a U.S. President and complete this research packet. They will look up his elections/campaigns, accomplishments, etc...
After the students complete the research, I have them create a visual aid that includes all of their info. This usually comes in the form of a poster or "tri-fold" board. But I do allow students to create a website, Prezi, or any other visual project that depicts all of the info.
Usually a big hit and the students always surprise me with their creativity
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7th - 12th
AP US Government and Politics Concepts Review
This is a resource I used with students to review key themes and concepts that often appear on the AP US Government and Politics exam.
You can use these Concept Review sheets in many different ways to help your students prepare for the AP exam in May.
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10th - 12th
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