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255 Appreciating democracy Lesson Plans
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- 8th
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Students use information from primary and secondary sources to reflect on the formation of American democracy. They identify the key components in the Constitution which established democracy. Full Review »
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- 6th - 8th
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Students use information from primary and secondary sources to reflect on the formation of American democracy. They examine artwork which reflects the theme of democracy. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine the channels by which people's values, interests, and priorities are expressed in the legislative process. They analyze and discuss five hypothetical situations in small groups. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine the concept and process of democracy. They role-play delegates representing one of the 12 states at the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, and simulate the process of a committee of a state legislature. Full Review »
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- 10th - 12th
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Students discover that democracy involves different values, interests, and opinions. They determine that most legislation is the result of compromise and negotiation. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students appreciate and respect the advantages of Canada's parliamentary system. They engage in a lesson which illustrates the important role committees play in drafting bills. Full Review »
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- 10th
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Students explain the principles of different forms of governing. They compare the basic ideas of absolutism and democracy and explore the historical struggle for democracy in England from the 1200s to 1700s. Full Review »
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- 10th - 12th
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Students develop an appreciation and understanding of the democratic process. They develop research skills through the use of reference materials, technology and media. Small groups draft a new constitution, and present their document to the class. Full Review »
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- 4th - 6th
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Students study democracy, levels of Canadian govenment and the responsibilities of elected officials. They write letter's to the Prime Minister about their pride in Canada. Full Review »
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- 9th - 11th
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Students reflect on their field trip in their journals. They share their responses in small groups and synthesize the group members' responses. They prepare their photos for their portfolios and present their group's summary to identify the ideas of democracy and government. They write a thank you card to the government official who helped organize their trip. Full Review »
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