The Basics of the Three Branches of US Government
Basic overview of the 3 branches of government. Learn about government, politics, and civics.
Teacher Kelly Tag, Political TV Production
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(223)
What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
***Note: This is a one-time class. If you want an ongoing class, click here: https://outschool.com/classes/us-civics-and-government-xNqnykOq?sectionUid=02c3a279-04a9-466d-9c85-072ea67fbc55&usid=CPUvTyDm&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link This class is a basic overview of the three branches of the federal government: Legislative (Congress: House and Senate), Judicial (Supreme Court), and Executive (President). I like my classes to be interactive and I try to ask questions to keep them engaged. I will use a PowerPoint. In the end, we will play Kahoot to test and reinforce what they learned in class. So bring a second device for this game at the end. I have personal experience working in politics and government to share with my students. I went to two conventions and worked for a political TV station for many years.
Learning Goals
Learn the basics of how the three branches of government work.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Politics and history will be discussed. At the beginning of class, I will let the children know that they are allowed to respectfully disagree with each other but no name calling will be allowed. If this happens I will give a warning and a consequence.
Supply List
Bring a second device for Nearpod and Kahoot.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
I will use resources from websites such as YouTube, the History Channel, College websites, C-SPAN in the classroom, Nearpod, Kahoot, and other educational sites.
Joined May, 2020
4.8
223reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from George Mason University
Worked for a political TV station for 10 years including two election years. Part of my job was to watch the House and Senate daily. I went to New Hampshire for the primaries and two conventions. Worked on a live daily show across the street from the Capitol and met many prominent political figures including four former Presidents. I also worked on a few history series such as a President's and a Writer's Tour. Later worked for a video company that produced video lectures on many subjects including political history.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$9
per classMeets once
40 min
Completed by 110 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
1-7 learners per class
