Explore the history and practice of American Federalism in this episode from Founding Principles: American Governance in Action. Students watch video, study and analyze primary source documents like The Federalist Papers, and craft an argumentative essay addressing the positive and negative aspects of Federalism. [12:16]

Explore the history and importance of the separation of powers in this episode from Founding Principles: American Governance in Action. Through a study of foundational documents like the Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, the Constitution, and The Federalist Papers, students learn how the separation of powers became a key principle in the shaping of American government and politics. [13:00]

Explore the intersection between media and politics. Through a study of foundational documents like the Constitution, specifically the 1st Amendment, students learn about the evolution of media, the impact of political ads on policy, bias in the media, and the effects of media framing, priming, and agenda setting in the shaping of American government and politics. [11:59]

Much historical information and current facts about Bangladesh are given in this well organized and detailed site. Quick facts are displayed in easy to read charts.

Read about Jamaica's economy, government, history, or people either as a quick fact or more expanded version at this very comprehensive site.

A thorough discussion of the state of the government and politics in Georgia today. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes and a link is provided for more information on the South Ossetia question.

This article gives a good look at the government of Guinea and its problems since 2003. Read about the dictatorial president and the recent rebukes to his presidency. Information from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

James T. Patterson of Brown University, discusses how the major political, cultural, and economic events of the mid-20th century impacted America from 1945 through Watergate. [39:55]

View a timeline of Middle Eastern history, explore events through themes, and make connections through the use of big-picture questions such as "What's the appeal of religious militancy?"

A searchable archive of politically significant audio materials for scholars, teachers, and students.

Human rights play a major role in how a country is viewed on the world stage. [3:28]

Indian government structure varies from tribe to tribe across the United States as explained by members of various Indian tribes. [5:42]

This article explains how early government of the Roman city-state evolved. The foundation of the government under the Roman Republic was established during the Roman monarchy.

Introduction to Sociology 2e adheres to the scope and sequence of a typical, one-semester introductory sociology course. It offers comprehensive coverage of core concepts, foundational scholars, and emerging theories, which are supported by a wealth of engaging learning materials. The textbook presents detailed section reviews with rich questions, discussions that help students apply their knowledge, and features that draw learners into the discipline in meaningful ways. The second edition retains the book’s conceptual organization, aligning to most courses, and has been significantly updated to reflect the latest research and provide examples most relevant to today’s students. In order to help instructors transition to the revised version, the 2e changes are described within the preface.

Explain the significance of “one person, one vote” in determining U.S. policy
Discuss how voter participation affects politics in the United States
Explore the influence of race, gender, and class issues on the voting process

A fantastic reference or introduction to Jewish history for teachers and students. You'll find information and photos of Jewish women, politics, maps, and much more.

Explore how Lorraine Hansberry's work rests at the intersection of writing, politics, and compassion in this video [1:58] from the American Masters film, Lorraine Hansberry: Sighted Eyes/Feeling Heart. In 1959, just weeks before A Raisin in the Sun opened on Broadway, Lorraine Hansberry spoke at the First Conference of Negro Writers and delivered her famous line, "One cannot live with sighted eyes and feeling heart and not know or react to the miseries which afflict this world." Support materials include discussion questions and a handout asking students to analyze her speech.

An comprehensive listing of the Laws of the Kings, the laws set down by the seven kings of Rome during the monarchy.