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2. Work on InQuizitive (alternative assignment: Outline)
3. Define/Contextualize through salience
Objective:SWBAT deliberate the pro’s and con’s of the Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission decision. Warm-up:Identify the focus, symbols, details, context, and audience. What is the main idea? Homework:1. Read American Politics Today pages 353-358
2. Work on InQuizitive (alternative assignment: Outline) 3. Define/Contextualize through salience
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Objective:SWBAT research the pro's and con's of the Citizen's United v. FEC decision, as well as prepare to debate the topic. Citizens United Scored Discussion Resources:Citizens United v. F.E.C. Majority Opinion Summary Citizens United v. F.E.C. Majority and Dissenting Opinion Text “Debating Citizens United” “A Year Later, Citizens United Reshapes Politics” Bill of Rights and First Amendment “The Federalist No. 10” (James Madison)
Homework:1. Read American Politics Today pages 343-353
2. Work on InQuizitive (alternative assignment: Outline) 3. Define/Contextualize through initiative Monday Madness:)Objective:SWBAT describe various interest groups and their goals, as well as explain the tactics used to achieve those goals. Warm-up:Analyze the following cartoon. Identify details (who, what, where, when), symbols, context, and the main idea. FRQ Assessment:You have 20 minutes to respond to the assigned FRQ. Unless the directions indicate otherwise respond to all parts of the question. It is suggested that you take a few minutes to plan and outline your answer. In your response, use substantive examples (referencing vocabulary, founding documents, current events and/or court cases) where appropriate. When you are finished place your FRQ on the counter in the appropriate folder. Folder Check:Organize your folder on the left side according to the items on the board and place it in the appropriate bin by the windows. Homework:1. Read American Politics Today pages 341-343
2. Work on InQuizitive (alternative assignment: Outline) 3. Define/Contextualize through coercion Objective:SWBAT describe various interest groups and their goals, as well as explain the tactics used to achieve those goals. Warm-up:Complete the row/columns of the interest group graphic organizer/note sheet that apply to your topic. Use this as an opportunity to review what you will be sharing with us and how you will share it. Folder Check:Organize your folder on the left side according to the items on the board and place it in the appropriate bin by the windows. Homework:1. Read American Politics Today pages 332-341 2. Work on InQuizitive (alternative assignment: Outline) 3. Define/Contextualize through peak associations Have a wonderful weekend:)Objective:SWBAT demonstrate an understanding of terms and concepts related to elections, as well as evaluate the influence of political action committees on the American political system. Warm-up:Put your phone in the caddy, pick up your laptop and sign in using your CCPS information. Go to Quizlet.live, enter the code, and register your first name with last initial when prompted. Vocabulary Quiz:Close all tabs except CCPS website student page. Log into your Schoology account, go to the American Government page and locate Upcoming events. There is a link for the Vocabulary Quiz and a separate link for the AP Test Questions. Complete BOTH. Folder Check:Please arrive with your folder organized on the left side according to the items on the board. We will take notes during presentations and then turn in the folders to be graded over the weekend. Interest Group SWAY Presentations TomorrowObjective:
SWBAT describe the forms and functions of political action committees, identify the major arguments in the debate over the influence of political action committees on the American political system, as well as evaluate the extent to which PAC’s influence the legislative process.
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1. Study Chapter 9 Vocabulary
2. Write Current Event Interest Group SWAY Due Friday
Objective:SWBAT research a specific interest group with the intention of creating a presentation. Warm-up:
Interest Groups:American Civil Liberties Union American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees American Medical Association Emily's List National Association for the Advancement of Colored People National Rifle Association Sierra Club Additional Resources:Homework:1. Read American Politics Today pages 320-326 2. Work on InQuizitive (alternative assignment: Outline) Interest Group Presentations - Friday, April 5 |
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