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- 6th - 12th
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Students research historic issues and events that have divided Americans in the past. They assess the division in American society shown by the 2000 presidential election by writing from the perspectives of people who have seen other times of trouble. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students take a stand, supported by evidence, on whether there was a "corrupt bargain" between Henry Clay and John Quincy Adams. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students list some changes in presidential election laws and/or procedures since 1796, and cite examples from presidential campaign materials from 1824. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students research the US Presidential election of 1824. They explain why the election of 1824 was decided in the House of Representatives. They summarize relevant portions of the Constitution on presidential election procedures. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students conduct research using recommended websites and other appropriate resources. Based on their findings, groups prepare recommendations for future elections to ensure efficiency and fairness. students must refer to the 2000 election. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students examine their own understanding of the issues and events that are framing this year's presidential race. They explore the candidates' stances on eight issues and present their findings to the class. Full Review »
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- 6th - 12th
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Students explore the results of the 2000 presidential election. They look back at important issues in the campaign and write newspaper articles which cover specific angles on the election. Full Review »
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- 8th - 10th
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Students follow a flowchart that describes the process of electing the American president and vice-president. They create a flowchart that explains some aspect of the US government. Full Review »
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- 8th
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Students evaluate the significance of the presidential and congressional election of 1800 and the transfer of political authority and power to the Democratic-Repulbican party led by the new presenident, Thomas Jerfferson. Full Review »
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- 9th - 10th
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Students assess where the presidents of the United States were born and analyze the role of geography in determining the outcome of presidential elections. They create graphs visualizing the birth and home states of the presidents along with the elections for President of the United States. Full Review »

