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- 9th - Higher Ed
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Students develop a simulation of the congressional election process. They analyze how congressional elections are conducted and what determines who wins and loses. They develop and utilize different strategic options for the campaigns. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students identify historical figures who helped lead others in the voting rights movement, and research historical struggles for voting rights. They develop plans to involve young voters in the election process. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students conduct research about the 2000 presidential election, and other close elections in US history. They write a response to the following question: Should the election process in the United States be changed? Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students review the system of primaries and caucuses leading up tothe nominating conventions. They discuss the two-party system, its benefits and drawbacks. They compare the American electoral process with that of other countries. They analyze the role of the news media in the election process. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 8th
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Students examine the presidential election process and discover that presidential elections are decided by the electoral college and not popular votes. They see that each state has a number of electors, and understand how this number is determined. Students access a website imbedded in this plan which helps them examine election trends over the years. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students create a presentation that details a specific political race in the November 2006 election. They research the candidates' backgrounds, major issues and candidate positions in the race. They demonstrate an understanding of election processes such as nominations, primary elections, and media influence on elections. Full Review »
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- 9th - 12th
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Students examine the procedures to elect the President of the United States. In groups, they create their own political cartoon presenting a consensus of their point of views on the process. They identify the strengths and weaknesses of the Electoral College and discuss problems with the 2000 election. Full Review »
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- 4th - 8th
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Students discuss the Electoral controversy, examine the Electoral College, and create a PowerPoint presentation to teach younger students about the election process. Students complete the lesson by participating in an online, nationwide, mock election. Full Review »
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- 7th - 12th
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Students study the election process. In groups, they conduct research and create chapters for an election guide that might be distributed in their community. They discuss current issues and determine which elected official would be most likely to deal with these issues. Full Review »
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- 3rd - 5th
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Students comprehend the difference between being elected to a position vs. appointed to a position. They discuss the election process and which candidate are running for public office. Students comprehend how to skim articles for specific information. Full Review »
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