American Government is designed to meet the scope and sequence requirements of …
American Government is designed to meet the scope and sequence requirements of the single-semester American government course. This title includes innovative features designed to enhance student learning, including Insider Perspective features and a Get Connected Module that shows students how they can get engaged in the political process. The book provides an important opportunity for students to learn the core concepts of American government and understand how those concepts apply to their lives and the world around them. American Government includes updated information on the 2016 presidential election.Senior Contributing AuthorsGlen Krutz (Content Lead), University of OklahomaSylvie Waskiewicz, PhD (Lead Editor)
This site explores Black America's quest for equality from the early national …
This site explores Black America's quest for equality from the early national period through the twentieth century. Content includes the work of abolitionists in the first half of the nineteenth century, depictions of the long journey following the Civil War towards equality in employment, education and politics, strategies used to secure the vote, recognition of outstanding black leaders, and the contributions of sports figures, black soldiers, artists, actors, writers and others in the fight against segregation and discrimination.
This collection uses primary sources to explore the Black Power Movement. Digital …
This collection uses primary sources to explore the Black Power Movement. Digital Public Library of America Primary Source Sets are designed to help students develop their critical thinking skills and draw diverse material from libraries, archives, and museums across the United States. Each set includes an overview, ten to fifteen primary sources, links to related resources, and a teaching guide. These sets were created and reviewed by the teachers on the DPLA's Education Advisory Committee.
Students take their ideas from the classroom page to the community pavement …
Students take their ideas from the classroom page to the community pavement when they participate in a service-learning project based on their multimedia presentations.
This classroom activity allows different boundaries for various groups of students to …
This classroom activity allows different boundaries for various groups of students to take a quiz. For example, some groups get more time, others may use a book or notes, etc. However, the roles of students will change just prior to the quiz, so students are forced to look for a more even or "fair" distribution of resources. This activity helps students to better understand the role of government in the distribution and protection of resources and opportunities.
This resource discusses Clause 1, Section 3, in Article IV. It outlines …
This resource discusses Clause 1, Section 3, in Article IV. It outlines the parameters put in place to ensure that as new states entered the union, power was equitably distributed among all.
This collection uses primary sources to compare and explore the relationships between …
This collection uses primary sources to compare and explore the relationships between Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln. Digital Public Library of America Primary Source Sets are designed to help students develop their critical thinking skills and draw diverse material from libraries, archives, and museums across the United States. Each set includes an overview, ten to fifteen primary sources, links to related resources, and a teaching guide. These sets were created and reviewed by the teachers on the DPLA's Education Advisory Committee.
This detailed analysis of the French Revolution ranges from the social and …
This detailed analysis of the French Revolution ranges from the social and political causes that preceded it by a hundred or more years, through the Revolution itself, to the many and varied consequences. Every step of the way, the analysis is supported by primary source documents, images, maps, even songs from the era. The timeline is an additional way to view the scope of the Revolution. The search tool makes it easy to find the precise documents or images you want.
"In Pursuit of Equity: Women, Men, and the Quest for Economic Citizenship …
"In Pursuit of Equity: Women, Men, and the Quest for Economic Citizenship in 20th-Century America," is delivered by Alice Kessler-Harris. A detail heavy presentation differentiating between equality and equity and what that does within citizenship. Historical perspective reflecting on circumstances in the 1800's and progresses into the 1900's. Political, Civil and Social citizenship must all coexist in order for true equality to exist. [1:13:41]
After the Civil War, the 14th amendment granted citizenship to all people …
After the Civil War, the 14th amendment granted citizenship to all people born or naturalized in the United States. This included former slaves. Learn about the protections this amendment offers to citizens, including those who were once considered property.
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains many rules of …
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains many rules of algebra, such as the commutative property and the addition property of equality. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this site out to students who have been absent or who need additional instruction on this or many other topics.
E learning text offers information on measuring income distribution with the Lorenz …
E learning text offers information on measuring income distribution with the Lorenz Curve. Site presents charts and data for one to use in order to construct or analyze a Lorenz Curve.
What are the "big questions" of Reconstruction? Article provides an overview of …
What are the "big questions" of Reconstruction? Article provides an overview of the Reconstruction period when Americans debated rights and the nature of freedom and equality. It focuses on who was an American and how citizenship should be defined.
Learn how to plot a simple inequality on a number line. The …
Learn how to plot a simple inequality on a number line. The example used in this video is x < 4. [1:34]
Khan Academy learning modules include a Community space where users can ask questions and seek help from community members. Educators should consult with their Technology administrators to determine the use of Khan Academy learning modules in their classroom. Please review materials from external sites before sharing with students.
This collection uses primary sources to explore the poetry of Maya Angelou. …
This collection uses primary sources to explore the poetry of Maya Angelou. Digital Public Library of America Primary Source Sets are designed to help students develop their critical thinking skills and draw diverse material from libraries, archives, and museums across the United States. Each set includes an overview, ten to fifteen primary sources, links to related resources, and a teaching guide. These sets were created and reviewed by the teachers on the DPLA's Education Advisory Committee.
While learning about the California migrant farm workers' fight for justice led …
While learning about the California migrant farm workers' fight for justice led by Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta, students learn to make connections and think about cause and effect.
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