美國憲法：4 週 7 條

This government course is quick and engaging (4 weeks). Students will not sit through the long, boring, endless lectures of government classes from a bygone era. Instead, lessons will be interactive, informative, and lively. Each week classes will have a clear outline and easy to follow objectives. The curriculum is aligned with current United States Government standards and will be sure to help your student maximize their potential in a online setting. 

Students will experience a fun and interactive class over the structure of the U.S. Constitution. Graduates of this easy to follow course will have learned the key principles of our constitution, and what makes it truly a living document.  The course will be divided into 7 parts of study. Each unit will be made available online to students on the class page. Students will find links to lectures, power-points, notes, assignments, reading material, and primary sources. I will also use google forms, docs, slides, discussion, and short videos to show examples of the topics. We will use fun games, quizzes, and interactive activities to help learn the topics. No textbook will be required and all reading material will be provided to students through the Outschool class page. Assessments will be assigned throughout the course and a progress report will be made available each week. Feedback will be provided on assignments and students will have opportunities to ask for help. Any student needing help or having a question may send a message through Outschool and it will be answered in a timely manner. Optional Zoom Office Hours may be established if any student feels they need additional help. Students will gain access to helpful websites, books, and other resources they can use to learn US government. This course is useful for homeschooled students, part-time hybrid students, or even students want learning support to compliment their own government class at school. 

Week 1:
The Structure of the U.S. Constitution
Students will learn why the founders choose a Federal system. Students will learn the purpose of the preamble, articles and amendments of the U.S. Constitution

Week 2: 
Key Principles of the U.S. Constitution
Students will study Articles I & II Student's will also study how the U.S. Constitution places limits on the government’s power.

Week 3: 
Constitutional Rights
Students will study Articles III & IV. Students will learn how the U.S. Constitution protects the rights of individuals, and how the Constitution reflects the ideas in the Declaration of Independence.

Week 4:
A Living Constitution
Students study Articles V, VI, & VII. Students will learn why is the U.S. Constitution considered to be a living document. Students will also learn how the role of government has changed.