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Civics for Young Citizens (United States)

In this 2-week online course, learners will discover the foundations of the U.S. government through its Constitution and structures, and then explore a bit about what it means to be a citizen in our society.
Cheryl R Ragar
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What's included

4 live meetings
3 hrs 40 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

Join in a weekly gathering on video chat where we will learn the basics of the U.S. government and the role of the citizen within it.  Students will have the chance to quiz themselves on their knowledge, play learning games, and reflect a bit on their own role as a citizen of the United States.  

Each class provides information through images, videos, and short readings, and provides time for group discussion.  Students will then spend some time reinforcing the shared information through interactive learning activities.  Finally, I'll provide a Kahoot! quiz for classes 2-4 as a review tool.  Week 4 will finish with discussion and sharing of examples of good citizens.

Session 1:  Foundations and The Constitution:  the who and why that started it all.  What were the writers of The Constitution thinking?
Session 2:  Branches of Government:  3 separate branches and the need for an informed public
Session 3:  State & Local Government:  how does government on state and local levels fit within the national structure?  How are they organized?
Session 4:  Citizenship Rights & Responsibilities:  what is your role--a chance to do some exploration and reflection.

Learning Goals

Students will gain knowledge about the U.S. Constitution, the 3 branches of national government and the connection with state and local government, and what it means to be a citizen in this country.
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Handouts and links will be shared by the instructor.
 1 file available upon enrollment
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Joined March, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I have more than 15 years experience teaching students to think critically about their roles in society.  I have previously taught courses on the topic of civics in America, and I am dedicated to supporting the participation of all people in the U.S. government.

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$60

for 4 classes

2x per week, 2 weeks
55 min
Completed by 248 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
3-8 learners per class

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