AP American Government
Gina Jude Curriculum has an engaging program that brings the subject of AP Government to life in her classroom. With a knack for making complex concepts understandable, she leads her students on an exciting journey thru the Am Government.
Gina Jude Curriculum--CLEP and AP Specialists
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4.7
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What's included
45 live meetings
37 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
4+ hours per week. Homework will be assigned 3-4 times per week.Assessment
Assessments will be assigned to students to do outside of class time. It is up to the student if they want to do the assessments as open or closed book. Assessments will be material similar to the AP Government test.Grading
Grades will be given for all assignments so student can track progress and readiness to take the AP Exam.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Advanced Level
The AP Government Course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the United States government and political system. Throughout the course, students will delve into topics such as the Constitution, federalism, civil liberties and rights, political parties, interest groups, elections, and public policy. By examining key documents like the Federalist Papers and landmark Supreme Court cases like Marbury v. Madison and Brown v. Board of Education, students will gain insight into the historical development and current workings of American democracy. Additionally, students will analyze real-world political events and debates to apply their knowledge in a practical context. Through critical thinking exercises, research projects, class discussions, and simulations of governmental processes, students will develop valuable skills in analyzing information critically , forming arguments persuasively , synthesizing complex ideas ,and engaging in informed civic participation . Overall, the AP Government Course provides a rigorous yet rewarding academic experience for those interested in delving deeper into the complexities of American politics.
Learning Goals
Unit 1: Foundations of American DemocracyUnit 2: Interactions Among Branches of Government
Other Details
Learning Needs
This course can be adjusted to accommodate any special learning needs of the student.
Parental Guidance
This course deals with the American Government functions and policies. No time will be spent on discussing the opinions of any political parties.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
--Magna Carta
--National Geographic Maps
--Library of Congress Resources
--World History: Patterns of Interactions by McDougal Littell
--Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz, An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States for Young People
--The 1619 Project--https://pulitzercenter.org/lesson-plan-grouping/1619-project-curriculum
--Teaching Tolerance--https://education.nationalgeographic.org/resource/teaching-tolerance/
--Howard Zinn--"A People's History of the United States"
--PBS (Public Broadcasting Service, funded by U.S. government) Image, “Triangular” Trade
--Ronald Takaki, A Different Mirror for Young People: A History of Multicultural America
--Technology in America--Eli Whitney
--Woodrow Wilson, Fourteen Points Address to Congress, January 8, 1918
--Henry Cabot Lodge, Opposition to the Treaty of Versailles, August 12, 1919
--World War I Propaganda Posters
--Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s speech December 8, 1941 (“A Date Which Will Live in Infamy”)
--"Iron Curtain Speech", by Winston Churchill, March 5, 1946
Joined August, 2018
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Gina Jude Curriculum is a certified teacher-tutoring and online teaching service. We offer online courses for homeschool students in a variety of subjects, including math, science, English, history, and more. We also provide tutoring services for students who are struggling in a particular subject.
Our mission is to provide quality education to all students, regardless of their learning style or ability. We believe that every student has the potential to succeed when given the proper tools and support.
The teacher for this class is certified in 7th-12th grade biology, chemistry, physics, and earth/space science. She has taught AP Biology, Chemistry, Physics, American History, and World History in both brick & mortar schools and on the Outschool platform. The teacher also holds a paralegal certificate and a real estate license.Reviews
Live Group Course
$54
weekly3x per week, 15 weeks
50 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
1-4 learners per class
