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GOVERNMENT
Class Introduction:
Through the United States Government course, students will understand foundations of United States government as well as its political culture. As such, they will understand the principles and dynamics of the Constitution of the United States, the powers and responsibilities of the three branches of government, and the political process as an integral part of civilized social interaction. Finally, students should begin to understand how the distinct traditions of liberty and democracy are meted out by citizens on the federal, state, and local level.
The essential body of knowledge to be covered in this course is contained in the texts: United States Government, Holt McDougal, 2012 and We the People, Center for Civic Education, 2014
Grading:
TAKE PRIDE IN YOUR WORK. In this course the grade is generated by a combination of assignments and assessments. Assignments include, but are not limited to in-class work, homework, papers, projects and positive participation. Assessments include quizzes and tests. Each category will have a point value and a percentage will be assigned when deriving a student's final grade
General Expectations:
All students are expected to adhere to the policies stated in the Anchorage School District High School Handbook. All students are also expected to adhere to any and all expectations set forth in the classroom including, but not limited to: being on time, being prepared to with notebook, pen, textbook, etc, asking clarifying questions, being respectful to others and their opinions and taking responsibility for the consequences of their actions.
Tests/Quizzes: Points
2. 9) Chapter Quizzes 200
4. Government Terms 125
5. Final 175
Class Work: Points
• 30) Assignments @ 10 points each 300
Projects: Points
(projects will require out of class participation)
1. Government Debate Presentation 50
2. Local Political Involvement 50
3. Interview Paper 50
Participation: Points
• Attendance and classroom cooperation 10% of grade
Total Points: 950
Extra Credit:
Extra Credit is rarely if ever assigned. Students are encouraged to stay on task.
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Grade Percentage:
90 – 100% 720 A
80 – 89.9% 640 B
70 – 79.9% 560 C
60 – 69.9% 480 D
Class News
April 3, 2017
4/3/2017
This week we will conduct a mock congressional hearing and allow students to share what they've learned from their topic research. Students will begin chapter 5 of the US Government textbook on the legislature....
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March 27, 2017
3/27/2017
This week students will work cooperatively in order to address a congressional hearing. Students will be placed in groups and given a topic they will need to research. They will be given four minutes to present their findings to a committee that will then ask questions in which students will need ...
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March 20, 2017
3/20/2017
This week students will complete their classroom constitution and the constitution scavenger hunt. Students will prepare for unit 2 term test and 13 state test. Students will then prepare for a topic debate and presentation to show proficiency of knowledge for unit 2....
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