AP US Government Tutoring
This AP U.S. Government & Politics class covers essential topics like the Constitution, federalism, political behavior, and key court cases. We build strong exam preparation skills, help learners master concepts and excel in their AP exam.
What's included
Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed45 mins
per sessionTeacher support
Class Experience
This AP U.S. Government and Politics class helps your learner conquer the complexity of the AP exam. By mastering key concepts like federalism, the Constitution, and the judicial system, students will build confidence, improve test-taking strategies, and reduce exam anxiety. Teacher Highlight: Dr. Feig has over 20 years of experience tutoring students in the following subjects: AP English Literature, AP English Language, AP Seminar, AP US Government and Politics, AP US History, AP World History: Modern, SAT Digital Verbal and ELA for students from 6th to 12th grade. Under her guidance, students have received top scores on these tests. _______ Prerequisites: โข A basic understanding of the principles and structure of the United States government โข Proficiency in reading and analyzing primary source documents such as the U.S. Constitution, historical speeches, and Supreme Court decisions โข Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to evaluate different perspectives on political issues โข Familiarity with key concepts in American history, such as federalism, separation of powers, and checks and balances โข Strong writing skills, including the ability to construct and support a well-organized argument โข Previous coursework in U.S. history or government is recommended but not required. _______ Objectives and Goals: โข Develop a strong understanding of the structure, functions, and processes of the U.S. government. โข Analyze key Supreme Court cases and their impact on U.S. law and society. โข Understand the role of political institutions, political parties, interest groups, and the media. โข Prepare for the AP U.S. Government and Politics exam through content review, practice questions, and exam strategies. โข Enhance critical thinking and analytical writing skills related to U.S. government and politics.
Other Details
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
1. The Declaration of Independence
2. The U.S. Constitution
3. The Federalist Papers (Federalist No. 10)
4. The Federalist Papers (Federalist No. 51)
5. The Anti-Federalist Papers (Brutus No. 1)
6. Marbury v. Madison (1803)
7. McCulloch v. Maryland (1819)
8. Brown v. Board of Education (1954)
9. Baker v. Carr (1962)
10. U.S. v. Lopez (1995)
11. Federalist No. 78 (Judicial Review)
12. Letter from Birmingham Jail (Martin Luther King Jr.)
13. Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission (2010)
14. The Bill of Rights (First 10 Amendments to the Constitution)
15. Federalist No. 70 (The Executive Branch)
Teacher expertise and credentials
5 teachers have teaching certificates
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Oregon Teaching Certificate in Special Education
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
California Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
California Teaching Certificate in Special Education
7 teachers have a Graduate degree
Juris Doctor from New York Law School
Doctoral Degree in Special Education from University of Alberta
Doctoral Degree in Sports Management from Concordia University Chicago
Master's Degree in Animal Science from The Ohio State University
Master's Degree from Central Michigan University
Master's Degree from National University
Master's Degree in Mathematics from Missouri State University
Master's Degree in Education from Rutgers University
Master's Degree in International Relations from University of Oklahoma
Master's Degree in Education from Towson University
12 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences from University of Florida
Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science from The Ohio State University
Bachelor's Degree in American Studies from Smith College
Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Long Island University
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Southern Illinois University of Carbondale
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from Drury University
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Queens College
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor's Degree in Spanish Language and Literature from University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor's Degree in Education from North Carolina State University
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from University of Maryland
Bachelor's Degree in Journalism from Bowie State University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from SUNY Cortland
Bachelor's Degree in Education from SUNY Cortland
Ellen Rosner Feig, a distinguished scholar and educator, currently serves as a tenured professor of English at Bergen Community College. With a passion for literature and a commitment to fostering a love for language and critical thinking in her students, Professor Feig has dedicated her career to the field of education.
Armed with a wealth of knowledge in English literature, Professor Feig engages her students with thought-provoking discussions and innovative teaching methods. Her classes are known for being dynamic and intellectually stimulating, inspiring students to explore the depths of literature and develop their analytical skills. As recognition, Professor Feig was awarded the LaRouche Award for Community College Innovation for her work with the TED organization.
Dr. Feig has over 20 years of experience tutoring students in the following subjects: AP English Literature, AP English Language, AP Seminar, AP US Government and Politics, AP US History, AP World History: Modern, SAT Digital Verbal and ELA for students from 6th to 12th grade. Under her guidance, students have received top scores on these tests.
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Live 1-on-1 Lessons
$95
per sessionMeets on demand
45 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18