Overview

Immerse yourself in the intricacies of US Government. Explore the dynamics of democracy, governance structures, and civic responsibilities. Engage in projects that foster active citizenship and empower you to participate in shaping your nation's future.

  • Study of democracy.

  • Governance exploration

  • Civic duty projects and active citizenship.

Course curriculum

    1. Welcome!

    2. Gather Your Materials

    1. Intro to Monster

    2. Being Defined By Your Actions

    3. What Makes a Monster?

    4. Basics of Government

    5. Types of Government

    6. Draw Government Diagram

    7. Exploring Your Local Government

    1. Read Monster: Prologue, “Monday, July 6th”, July 7th, July 8th

    2. Character Chart

    3. DITL - Monster style

    4. How A Trial Works

    5. 13th

    6. Local Government 101

    7. Volunteer Prep

    1. The Legal System

    2. Read Monster: July 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

    3. Incident Timeline

    4. Weighing the Evidence

    5. Analysis & Discussion: RBG

    6. Using the Courts to Bring Social Change

    7. Local Government Budgeting

    8. Volunteer - 3 Hours

    1. Read Monster - Finish Book

    2. What Is Prison Like & Is It Effective

    3. The Central Park Five

    4. Local Government: Water & Weather

    1. Central Park Five - Part 2

    2. Volunteer - 3 More Hours

    3. State Government

    4. Federalism

About this course

  • Free
  • 61 lessons
  • High School

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