Course Name: American Government
Subject: Social Studies
Course Number: 2106310
Prerequisites: None
Credit: 0.5
Course Description: Students take a journey through the processes of AmericanGovernment by exploring Washington D.C. sites. By understanding the structure, purpose, and application of the Constitution, students will reflect on how American beliefs influence participation in government and how they can be active citizens in influencing government.
Scope & Sequence: Module 1 – Kiosk General Announcements
Welcome to American Government
Motif and Course Information
Selecting your pace
Grading Policy
Your Portfolio
Module 2 – THE METRO STATION
Begin Your Travels Here!
Exploring American Government
Becoming an American Citizen
Module 3 – JEFFERSON MEMORIAL
What is Government?
What is the Purpose of Government?
An Outline of the U.S. Constitution
Federalism
The Three Branches of Government
Module 4 – NATIONAL ARCHIVES
Governments at work: Keeping the Constitution alive
Bill of Rights
The Amendment process
You propose an Amendment
Module 5 – REFLECTING POOL
Mid-Point Quiz
Module 6 – CAPITOLBUILDING
Selecting your Issue
Interest Groups
Political Parties
Creating a timeline
Who are my elected officials?
What do my elected officials think?
Create a persuasive argument
Module 7 – SUPREMECOURTBUILDING
The Federal Court System
The State Court System
Criminal vs. Civil Law
Types of Juries
Landmark Supreme Court Cases
Module 8 – THE AIRPORT
Preparation for the Final Exam
The foundation for this course is the Florida Sunshine State Standards and the American Government course description. Students will gain insights into the political process, learn HOW to become active participants in government, and understand WHY it is important to be a participant in government.