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Government 101

In this flexible class students will examine the United States Government and how it works.

Taylor Sobieski

Average rating:

4.5

Number of reviews:

(67)

What's included

Class Experience

During this course we will cover the basics of how government is run and works. This will work to meet the Common Core Standards for fourth grade. Students will be expected to watch teacher-made videos on the learning concepts and complete activities based upon these lessons.
 Students will also be asked to complete weekly discussions. In which they will have time to interact with each other as well as the teacher. Students will be asked to respond to at least two classmates weekly. Students will also be asked to interact with one another through the use of various resources such a flip grid to share and complete activities. Students will also be encouraged to share their projects with one another via the class page. 

 Students during this time will explore the three branches of government as well as the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. We will also examine how all of this ultimately impacts students today and in the future. Due to it being an election year discussions related to the election will be occurring as well.  Students are encouraged to share their own opinions and discuss them in a safe place with people their own age. 

Week one: Government and You
Week two: Legislative Branch
Week three: Executive Branch 
Week four: Judicial Branch
Week five: Constitution 
Week six: Bill of Rights

Other Details

Parental Guidance

In this class students will be encouraged to discuss politics, as well as the presidential election. Students will be taught that everyone’s opinions matter and are encouraged to form their own throughout the class.

Supply List

Handouts will be provided for students to complete.

External Resources

In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:

Flipgrid

Taylor Sobieski

Joined May, 2020

4.5

67reviews

Profile

Teacher expertise and credentials

Hi everyone! I currently live in Chicago and am a Third and Fourth grade teacher. I have worked in a school for seven years and have had practice with various grade levels. I am licensed to teach ESL, general education K-9 and special education. I’m passionate about learning and teaching. I believe all children can succeed when given the right tools. My favorite subjects at the end of the day to teach are reading and social studies. I have a passion for both of those inside and out of the classroom. I strive to make learning fun for all learners in my classroom. 

Outside of the classroom I am a dog momma to a cute six year old dog named Cooper. (Who knows he may make some appearances in the classroom. :) ) I also enjoy cooking and trying new recipes out and then tweaking them to make them my own. Teaching however is my biggest passion and my favorite thing to do.