Objective:
SWBAT examine the origins and purposes of legislative institutions, with an emphasis on the representative role they play.
Warm-up:
Consider the following questions before watching the video:
- Can legislatures ever be efficient policymakers?
- Should they be efficient?
- How does Congress represent the founders’ intent to provide for a series of checks and balances?
- Legislatures are chaotic places. Why?
- Should legislators represent their constituents or the larger political system?
Classwork:
Access the "Laying Down the Law" assignment in the Schoology Assignment folder for this week. Respond to the associated questions while the video plays on the SmartBoard.
Video Link:
Use this hyperlink to view "Laying Down the Law" on the SmartBoard. While the video plays, respond to the discussion questions in the "Laying Down the Law" assignment on Schoology.