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The Law, Politics, and Government; Civics for Grades 6-8
Big Brain Academy
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This 5-week, interactive, standards-based course covers most civic focused standards as outlined by the C3 Social Studies State Standards for grades 6-8.
Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Beginner - Advanced Level
Week 1: The History of Our Government **Examine the origins, purposes, and impact of constitutions, laws, treaties, and international agreements. **Explain the origins, functions, and structure of government with reference to the U.S. Constitution, state constitutions, and selected other systems of government. **Analyze ideas and principles contained in the founding documents of the United States, and explain how they influence the social and political system. Week 2: Dissecting Our...
5 units//10 lessons//5 Weeks
Unit 1The History of Our GovernmentThe History of Our Government2 lessons1 WeekWeek 1Lesson 1Colonial InfluencesLesson 2Declaration of Independence, Birth of the ConstitutionUnit 2Dissecting Our DemocracyDissecting Our Democracy2 lessons1 WeekWeek 2Lesson 3Anatomy of the ConstitutionLesson 4Rights and AmendmentsUnit 3Politics and VotingPolitics and Voting2 lessons1 WeekWeek 3Lesson 5Suffrage and The Electoral ProcessLesson 6Running for PresidentUnit 4The Use of the LawThe Use of the Law2 lessons1 WeekWeek 4Lesson 7Use the Law to Address Problems of the PublicLesson 8All About Public PolicyUnit 5Deliberation and DebateDeliberation and Debate2 lessons1 WeekWeek 5Lesson 9Learn the Deliberative ProcessLesson 10Participate in Live Deliberation
- D2.Civ.1.6-8. Distinguish the powers and responsibilities of citizens, political parties, interest groups, and the media in a variety of governmental and nongovernmental contexts.
- D2.Civ.2.6-8. Explain specific roles played by citizens (such as voters, jurors, taxpayers, members of the armed forces, petitioners, protesters, and office-holders).
- D2.Civ.3.6-8. Examine the origins, purposes, and impact of constitutions, laws, treaties, and international agreements.
- D2.Civ.4.6-8. Explain the powers and limits of the three branches of government, public officials, and bureaucracies at different levels in the United States and in other countries.
- D2.Civ.5.6-8. Explain the origins, functions, and structure of government with reference to the U.S. Constitution, state constitutions, and selected other systems of government.
- D2.Civ.6.6-8. Describe the roles of political, civil, and economic organizations in shaping people’s lives.
- D2.Civ.7.6-8. Apply civic virtues and democratic principles in school and community settings.
- D2.Civ.8.6-8. Analyze ideas and principles contained in the founding documents of the United States, and explain how they influence the social and political system.
- D2.Civ.9.6-8. Compare deliberative processes used by a wide variety of groups in various settings.
- D2.Civ.10.6-8. Explain the relevance of personal interests and perspectives, civic virtues, and democratic principles when people address issues and problems in government and civil society.
- D2.Civ.11.6-8. Differentiate among procedures for making decisions in the classroom, school, civil society, and local, state, and national government in terms of how civic purposes are intended.
- D2.Civ.12.6-8. Assess specific rules and laws (both actual and proposed) as means of addressing public problems.
- D2.Civ.13.6-8. Analyze the purposes, implementation, and consequences of public policies in multiple settings.
- D2.Civ.14.6-8. Compare historical and contemporary means of changing societies, and promoting the common good.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
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This class may potentially go into topics that can be sensitive or controversial, given the nature of the subject. Students will be encouraged to think critically, listen respectfully, and respond with opinions backed by information. As the instructor, I will maintain a neutral balance during instruction. In the event a subject arises that dips into current politics and controversy, I encourage families to continue the discussion further among themselves and will share relevant information within the classroom for them to do so. Please note the websites used in this class. Enrollment in the class is considered permission to use these sources.
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Group Class
$30
weekly or $150 for 10 classes2x per week, 5 weeks
45 min
Completed by 59 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
3-10 learners per class
