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74 Electoral college chart Lesson Plans

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Grade Range
6th - 12th
Rating
3 Stars

Students explore how a presidential candidate can win the popular vote but not receive enough electoral votes to win the election. They analyze various regions' voting trends, explore how these trends reflect the outcome of the 2004 election. Full Review »

Grade Range
10th
Rating
3 Stars

Students explore the electoral process and its history through reading, research, and discussion. They convene a constitutional convention to debate altering this process. Full Review »

Grade Range
Kindergarten - 12th
Rating
3 Stars

Students use election night returns to create a map of the results. They can represent popular vote results or electoral votes received. They use the internet to gather information about the electoral college and results. Full Review »

Grade Range
6th - 12th
Rating
4 Stars

Students examine the United States electoral college system as it applies to the 2004 presidential election. They investigate the impact of the twelve battleground states in the 2004 election and develop informative pamphlets on the electoral college. Full Review »

Grade Range
11th
Rating
3 Stars

Students examine the interconnection between slavery, the constitutional clauses involving the three-fifths compromise and the composition of the Electoral College, and the 1800 presidential election between Thomas Jefferson and John Adams. Full Review »

Grade Range
5th
Rating
4 Stars

Students examine the voting process, the electoral college and the voting process. They identify qualities important to a president. They fill out ballot sheets and study the registration forms. Full Review »

Grade Range
9th - 12th
Rating
3 Stars

Students explore the election process through a simulation. Given two candidates in the role play, students explore the Electoral College and determine the important states for their candidate and issues that should be discussed among the voters. Students write a conclusion paper supporting their views. Full Review »

Grade Range
11th
Rating
3 Stars

Students investigate the procedures of the Electoral College as well as alternative proposals for electing the President of the United States. After presenting their research findings in a simulated constitutional convention, they use the information to draw conclusions about how well the electoral system works. Full Review »

Grade Range
9th - 12th
Rating
3 Stars

Students gain a better understanding of the election process and their part in the election as well. They read literature from candidates, look at the election guide components, the electoral college, and how to vote. At the end of the lesson, they should be able to discuss the electoral college, compare and contrast candidates for election, explain the vital elements of the U.S. election system, and create an election guide for students and the community. Full Review »

Grade Range
9th - 12th
Rating
3 Stars

Students comprehend the purpose, function, origin, and historical development of the electoral college. They evaluate issues of fairness and representation in the electoral process, both individually and through group discussion. Students develop information skills by researching demographic and political information about states and congressional districts. Full Review »