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Adult education government independent work packets
3 Branches of Government Worksheets | Special Education #SummerWTS
Make learning about the three branches of government engaging and interactive with this comprehensive packet. Designed to help students understand the checks, balances, and duties of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches of the U.S. government, this packet includes a range of hands-on activities and resources that are sure to keep your students engaged and interested. With this packet, you can help your students learn and retain important information about the U.S. government
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K - 12th, Adult Education
The United States and the Global Economy Reading Guided Worksheet
Explore the intricate ties between the United States and the global economy through this comprehensive reading guided worksheet. Delve into the complexities of economic interdependence, trade dynamics, and the role of the U.S. in the global market. An ideal resource to deepen students' understanding of global economics and its impact on the nation. Reviews basic economic principles and vocabulary as well as topics such as:International TradeTypes of EconomiesImports/ExportsCurrency and Exchange
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
The Separation of Powers and Checks and Balances Worksheet
This informative worksheet provides a detailed exploration of the vital concept of separation of powers within the three branches of government. It extensively covers checks and balances among these branches, elucidating the fundamental principle of bicameralism. Perfect for supplementing government courses, this worksheet offers a comprehensive understanding of the constitutional framework of governance.Printable Activity / Worksheet. PDF - File FormatAnswer Key IncludedRelated Topics Include:S
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
Federalism Worksheet
This 8 page worksheet with answer key covers topics:A. What is Federalism? B. Powers of the Federal GovernmentC. State PowersD. Interstate Relations Includes a Reading Reflection Questions and Graphic Organizer
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
Also included in: Federalism Unit Bundle
14th Amendment and the Equal Protections Clause
This handout has students learn about the 14th Amendment's equal protections clause and then read about and analyze several seminal Supreme Court decisions about the clause including Plessy v. Ferguson and Brown v. Board of Education. They also analyze the stop and frisk policy of the NYPD, the 1964 Civil Rights Act and protected classes, and subsequent Supreme Court cases that relate to it (Lawrence v. Texas, Obergefell v. Hodges, and Bostock v. Clayton County). It ends with asking students to
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Law and Justice Curriculum
Participation in Government Curriculum
This curriculum is 46 assignments that try to engage students in how government connects to their lives. Any of them can be purchased individually, but this bundle is the best deal, as each resource only costs $1.63 each!Week 1: The first 4 assignments have students think about ethics/morals, how government functions invisibly to keep them safe, and the social contract theory and philosophies underlying the U.S. government system. Week 2: Assignments 5-8 are 2 activities about how to influence g
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Supremacy & Commerce Clauses, & 10th Amendment (Distance Learning and COVID-19)
This handout helps students understand the 10th Amendment to the Constitution, the Supremacy Clause, the Commerce Clause, and seminal Supreme Court cases related to these. It includes a final question about COVID-19 in relation to Federal and state powers. It is formatted for Google Classroom.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Law and Justice Curriculum
Think Like a Historian: Primary & Secondary Source - The Pear Deck Edition
Build critical thinking skills in your Social Studies class by teaching students how to differentiate between primary and secondary sources. Slide deck includes:formative assessments, discussion questions and activities, numerous examples,links to quality primary source websites, andan exit ticket.This resource is designed for Pear Deck. Check out the bundle for the classroom version and reach all your students!Lesson can be used in any state and multiple grade levels. However, it was developed
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Think Like a Historian: 6 Lesson Bundle Designed for Pear Deck
AP Gov Foundational Documents Bundle: Federalist Papers 10, 51, 70, & 78
This bundle of four critical thinking worksheets covering the primary resources of the Federalist Papers #10, #51, #70, and #78 helps explain the Federalists' position on why the US Constitution was the best plan to govern the young nation. John Jay, James Madison, and Alexander Hamilton wrote 85 essays to detail how the three branches of government would be designed and the powers the executive, legislative, and judicial branches would possess. There are meaningful quotes and questions selected
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
8th Amendment Handout (Distance Learning and COVID-19)
This handout has students analyze the 8th Amendment and several Supreme Court cases about the various clauses (excessive bail, excessive fines, and cruel and unusual punishment), the death penalty, and prison conditions. It includes a final question about the COVID-19 pandemic, and the entire assignment is formatted for google classroom.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Law and Justice Curriculum
Judicial Branch Reading Guide and Worksheet
This reading guide covers a chapter on the Judicial Branch and includes reflection questions and graphic organizers. Topics Include:The Judicial Branch The Federal District Courts The Federal Court of Appeals Federal Judgeshe Supreme Court Steps of Supreme Court CasesState and Local Courts Answer Key included
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
Also included in: The Judicial Branch Bundle
Politics_House Impeaches Secretary Mayorkas_Current Events Reading_2024
Current events articles and lesson plans for middle and high school students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. The House voted to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over his handling of the U.S.-Mexico border. This event marks only the second time in history a presidential cabinet member has been impeached. Includes literacy strategies and graphic organizers to support struggling readers. Also great for independent readers or gifted learners to use during enrichment time. Use
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7th - 11th, Adult Education
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Pros and Cons of Bureaucracy
This is a great assignment for introducing the positives and negatives behind federal bureaucracy in the United States of America. The passage reveals major points behind how bureaucracies benefit society and how they hold back society. This is a great resource to help your students practice reading comprehension skills as well!
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
DBQ: Should America Keep Its Two-Party System?
GOOGLE DOC COMPATIBLEThis document-based question is a great activity for any middle or high school social studies class. This assignment enhances student learning by taking a look at seven primary and secondary source documents (some supporting the idea of a two-party system, and some opposing it). After reading and analyzing the documents, students will be able to understand the positives and negatives behind America's two-party system! I know you will enjoy it!This will help your students wit
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
State and Local Governments Worksheet
Explore the intricate workings of state and local governments with this comprehensive lesson designed for high school government or middle school civics students. This reading guide and worksheet bundle provides an immersive understanding of the functioning of state and local governments, incorporating engaging graphic organizers and vivid imagery. Ideal for homeschooling, traditional classrooms, or digital learning settings, this resource offers an in-depth insight into these essential governan
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
U.S. Constitution & Branches of Government EMOJI Activity
Are your students overwhelmed trying to read portions of the U.S. Constitution? Have them turn it into emojis! Students read excerpts of the articles of the Constitution and create emojis to symbolize the text! This activity is a PDF--ready to print-and-go! You can also use the PDF with distance learning through Easel Activities or if your students can work with PDFs. The 13 page worksheet includes: brief background on the each of the articles of the Constitution excerpts from the all seven arti
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
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Constitutional Convention and Compromises Debate Activity (Distance Learning)
This independent work packet has students analyze 4 conflicts at the Constitutional Convention (state vs. federal power, how to represent the states, slavery vs. free states, and Federalists vs. Anti-Federalists) and 3 compromises that somewhat resolved them. It is formatted for google classroom. I have gotten some very rich debates from students using this handout.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Law and Justice Curriculum
Elections, Voting, Voter Turnout, and Demographics of Voters
This is a packet for students that has them learn about the different elections (local, state, and federal) and different positions within them, then brainstorm many questions about voting and why it is important, which elections are more important to vote for, and how the government should increase or decrease voter turnout. Then, students learn about the differences between a primary and general election. Finally, the bulk of the packet explores voter turnout in midterm vs. presidential electi
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Participation in Government Curriculum
TED Talk: Why Teens Confess to Crimes They Didn’t Commit- Lindsay Malloy
Description: In this engaging assignment inspired by Lindsay Malloy's TED Talk, students dive into the complex issue of juvenile false confessions. Through watching the talk, students will learn about real cases like Brendan Dassey's, where vulnerable youth have confessed to crimes they didn't commit. The assignment includes thought-provoking questions that prompt critical thinking about the factors contributing to false confessions, the impact of interrogation techniques on juveniles, and the i
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
TED Talk: Why Eyewitnesses Get It Wrong- Scott Fraser
Description: In this engaging assignment inspired by a compelling TED Talk, students delve into the fascinating intersection of forensic science and the law. The TED Talk explores the case of Francisco Carrillo, a teenager wrongfully convicted of murder based on eyewitness testimony. Students will watch the talk and then tackle thought-provoking questions that deepen their understanding of eyewitness memory, human perception, and the complexities of the legal system.Key Concepts Covered:Eyewitne
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Democracy Dictionary Project / Activity - Alberta Grade 6 Social Studies
The objective of this lesson is to introduce students to the concept of democracy and solidify their understanding of concepts and terms.6.1.1recognize and respect the democratic rights of all citizens in Canada (C, I) value the role of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms in protecting individual and collective rights and freedoms (I, PADM) recognize the influence of historical events and legislation on democratic decision making in Canada (TCC, PADM) 6.1.2What is democracy (i.e., justic
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
TED Talk: Can a Divided America Heal?- Jonathan Haidt
Description: Engage your students in a thought-provoking exploration of the current state of political discourse with this TED Talk-inspired assignment. Based on the insightful conversation between Jonathan Haidt and Chris Anderson, this assignment challenges students to think critically about the factors contributing to political polarization and offers avenues for building empathy and understanding across ideological divides.Key Features:Critical Thinking: Encourage students to analyze the tri
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Executive Branch and the Federal Bureaucracy
This handout explains the 15 Cabinet Departments and several of the 268 Federal bureaucracy agencies and what they do (along with their annual budget). The goal is for students to analyze how each agency affects their daily life. This can be the basis for further research, class discussions, or to give an overview of the Federal bureaucracy.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Law and Justice Curriculum
Civics: Ancient Rome Influences on the Founders Primary Resource
CivicsAncient Rome Influences on the Foundersfrom the text excerpt from Cicero's "On The Laws", Book I Sections 14-32, translated by Clinton Walker KeyesIncludes the text for reading Cicero's "On The Laws", Book I Sections 14-32, translated by Clinton Walker Keyes, a 2 page review worksheet, and a 10 question multiple choice assessment with answer key, along with one essay topic all based on the reading assignment.These are PDF files, can be printed, assigned as-is, or the material can be upload
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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