Mr. Saindon / United States History
Monday, October 28
to
Friday, November 1
What Is Due This Week:
1. Chart (in class) the three branches of government
2. Presidential and Vice-presidential speech (see template suggestions)
3. Begin this week working on your Campaign Display-Poster (see requirements)
Kennedy picks an issue to run on
This Week: Starting "Running for President Project
AND
Crash Course of the Three Branches of Government
Objective(s):
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Students will be able to research different political issues by using online resources.
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Students will be able to explain their position on an issue by citing sources as evidence.
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Students will use multiple online resources to check for the validity of the information.
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Students will have a simple understanding of the powers of the three branches of government
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Students will begin to understand the role/purpose of the Electoral College - pros and cons
The Three Branches of Government
The Legislative Branch
The Executive Branch
The Judicial Branch
Content Objective(s)/California Standards
The students will:
-identify the three branches of government
-explain the role of each branch
-explain and interpret how the system of checks and balances ensures that each branch of government is in compliance to the US Constitution
Literacy Objective(s)
Utilize different types of media to synthesize social studies information from a variety of social studies resources.
Standards Covered
The student will demonstrate an understanding of the beginnings of America as a nation and the establishment of the new government.
Explain the structure and function of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of the federal government.