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Create a school survey to analyze public opinion polls!

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Discussing the role of The People and Public Opinion is a very important topic within any government, civics, current events or history class. However, nothing helps students to learn information better than actually living it! In this activity,

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Civics, Elections - Voting, Government

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9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education

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Legislative Branch Congress Article I comprehensive review worksheet and KEY

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This worksheet is a great review of a unit, prior to a final assessment and is also a wonderful state exam review! My students really like to work on it with a partner as they scour their knowledge and notes for the answers. It then becomes a

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Civics, Government, Test Preparation

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8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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psychology of Halloween why we like being scared webquest

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Help your students explore the psychology behind one of our favorite holidays: Halloween! Why do we like being scared? What does this have to do with our subconsciousness? What studies have been done? Students will use a variety of videos and

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Other (Social Studies - History), Psychology, Halloween

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9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Homeschool

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Federalism Review Worksheet KEY INCLUDED!

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Does your class need a good review of the principles of Federalism? We've got you covered! This review worksheet has several types of questions for review, including a chart with word bank to organize the powers that belong to states, the federal

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Civics, Government, U.S. History

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8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Biden v. Trump Candidate Comparison Election 2024 webquest

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Get your students interested in the next presidential election with two candidates who have received a lot of attention recently! A great webquest and research activity that can lead to great class debates or argumentative essays. This is a great

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Civics, Elections - Voting, Government

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Research, Graphic Organizers, Webquests

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Minor (3rd) Parties Research and Creative application

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Minor (3rd) parties have played a historical role in the normal 2 Party American political system. Whether single-issue, splintering the vote, ideological or protest, minor parties have been influential throughout American history and continue to

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Civics, U.S. History, Critical Thinking

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Federalists vs. Antifederalist detailed chart for review

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Do your students need a quick and detailed handout to compare the Federalists and the Antifederalists? Do you need a quick review of their members, perspectives, beliefs and fears? Look no further! A perfect resource for both students and

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Civics, Government, U.S. History

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Dave Ramsey video clip viewing guide Financial Literacy and Personal Finance

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Looking for a way to bring some fun, varied activities to use in your financial literacy or personal finance class? My students love watching Dave Ramsey clips, and truth be told, there is a lot to learn from the famous financial guru. View videos

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Business, Economics , Family Consumer Sciences

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Homework

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Ohio Election 2023 Issue 1 Abortion, Issue 2 Cannabis Marijuana

By Spanos Specialties

Looking for a way to tackle the tough issues in your class? In Ohio, Issue 1 (on abortion) and Issue 2 (on legalizing recreational cannabis / marijuana) are both on the ballot this November 2023. Help your students to research the topics by

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English Language Arts, Elections - Voting, Government

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8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Homeschool

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Research, Webquests, Independent Work Packet

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Executive Branch Review Worksheet

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Need a quick review before the state exam? A worksheet before you end your unit? This Review of the Executive Branch will fit perfectly into your unit! Reviews main concepts of the presidency, the branch, the electoral college, amendments that

Subjects:

Civics, Government, U.S. History

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Worksheets, Activities, Assessment

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Special Interest Groups Webquest

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Special interest groups play a major role in American politics and government. They are also a great way for citizens to make their voice heard. What better way to get your students excited about getting involved in government than to have them

Subjects:

Civics, Elections - Voting, Government

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8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Research, Activities, Webquests

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Amendments to the US Constitution BUNDLE

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A variety of activities to help your students to learn and maintain knowledge of the 27 Amendments to the Constitution. Great for review and preparing for those state exams! Includes a graphic organizer, a project (scaffolded), and two activities

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Civics, Government, U.S. History

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Conditioning in Psychology APPLICATIONS Bundle!

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Are your students learning about classical and operant conditioning? Schedules of reinforcement? Positive and negative reinforcement and punishment? Modeling, observational learning, PQ4R method? This bundle is the FUN way to APPLY these

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Other (Social Studies - History), Psychology

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10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Homeschool

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Activities, Printables, Simulations

$8.26

$6.89

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Federalism Cut and Paste Jumble Hands-on Activity, KEY INCLUDED!

By Spanos Specialties

Are your students tired of regular worksheets and the normal routine? Try this activity on Federalism! Designed to review material like a normal worksheet, but made to complete in a different, fun way! In this student-centered activity, children

Subjects:

Civics, Government, U.S. History

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Activities, Assessment, Graphic Organizers

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27 Amendments to Constitution Mismatch Cut and Paste Activity, KEY INCLUDED!

By Spanos Specialties

The best part of this activity can be used in a variety of ways to fit the needs of your classes and students! Use as a fun attention grabber as you begin teaching the 27 amendments, as students will need to puzzle it together to find the answers.

Subjects:

Civics, Government, U.S. History

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Assessment, Graphic Organizers

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Judicial Branch Project

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Looking for a different type of assessment for the end of your chapter or unit? Want something student-centered and creative yet comprehensive? Here's your judicial branch project! Student will like the easy to read directions and the choices

Subjects:

Civics, Government, U.S. History

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Projects, Assessment, Rubrics

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The Federalists vs. Antifederalists BUNDLE

By Spanos Specialties

This bundle includes everything you would need to teach a unit on the topic! Projects, activities, graphic organizer, handout and more. All can be scaffolded to fit your classroom's needs. Students will enjoy the fun and outside-the-box

Subjects:

Civics, Government, U.S. History

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Projects, Activities, Handouts

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The Presidency Project for the Executive Branch

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Looking for a creative and outside-the-box way to end your unit on the Executive Branch? Try this! This project reviews the roles of the presidency, the powers of the executive branch, article II of the Constitution, checks and balances, changes

Subjects:

Civics, Government, U.S. History

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Activities, Rubrics

$1.99

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Comparing Candidates research, webquest, building arguments, using evidence

By Spanos Specialties

This activity is perfect for the government, civics, history and even speech/debate classes! Use the form to compare two candidates that are running now or have faced off in history. Help students to develop informed opinions, use specific

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Elections - Voting, Government

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Internet Activities, Graphic Organizers, Webquests

$1.99

Online Resource
Google Docs™

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Play the Psychologist: fun applications & review in psychological conditioning

By Spanos Specialties

Has your psychology class been studying conditioning...classical, operant, schedules of reinforcement, observational learning, modeling, etc.? Looking for a way to reinforce these various concepts? What's more fun than doing it through make

Subjects:

Other (Social Studies - History), Psychology

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Games, Simulations

$1.99

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

16+ years teaching experience with middle and high school students in social studies and Spanish!

MY TEACHING STYLE

project based, experience based and student centered

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Member, YSU Phi Alpha Theta, honorary history club, Youngstown State University Recipient of Darling Social Studies Education Award from Phi Alpha Theta Youngstown State University Recipient of Outstanding Student Teacher Award from YSU Score of Excellence on Praxis II Social Studies Content Knowledge (November 2006) Awarded to those who score in the top 15th percentile nationwide

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Bachelor of Science in Education from Youngstown State University in Social Studies 7-12 Education and Spanish P-12 Education - class of 2007 - Summa Cum Laude Master of Science in Education from Youngstown State University with focus on History and Curriculum - 4.0 GPA Additional Graduate Level Courses through Ashland University, Dominican University of California, Walsh University.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

Currently teaching: US/World History, Government, Financial Literacy, Geography and Psychology. Past courses taught: Spanish 1, FLEX Spanish courses, A history of The Presidents