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Intro to US Government

In this 6 week course, students will learn the basics of American Government
Amy Burger
Average rating:
4.6
Number of reviews:
(94)
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What's included

6 live meetings
4 hrs 30 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 8
Through lectures and activities, students will learn the basics of the US government. In week 1, we will discuss the basis of law. We will look at English Common Law and Colonial Law. In week 2, we will look at the Declaration of Independence and the American Revolution. In week 3, we will look at the Articles of Confederation and the failure of the Articles. In week 4, we will look at the setup of the government in the Constitution.  In week 5, we will look at Federalists and AntiFederalists and the need for a Bill of Rights. In our final week, we will look at relevant Amendments that have been added to the Constitution, such as Amendments 13-15, the 19th Amendment and the 26th Amendment.

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Joined April, 2019
4.6
94reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
I am a teacher of Social Studies. I have taught my school students to do the same through compare and contrast and guided reading. I love my family and my cat. Sophia. I am a huge Star Wars and Ice Hockey fan and I love teaching! I teach American History and Government. I believe every student can and will succeed given the right tools.

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$66

for 6 classes
1x per week, 6 weeks
45 min

Completed by 28 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
3-6 learners per class

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