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259 Mock elections Lesson Plans

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Grade Range
9th - 12th
Rating
3 Stars

Students examine the two presidential candidates in 2000, and identify their own stance on campaign issues. They create fictional candidates that represent their beliefs, and write campaign speeches from their point of view. Full Review »

Grade Range
9th - 12th
Rating
3 Stars

Students research and analyze the year 2000 presidential election results. They identify the reasons this particular election was so unusual and predict how voting outcomes might affect their communities, the country and the world. Full Review »

Grade Range
9th - 12th
Rating
3 Stars

Students research the 2000 presidential elections. They explain why the presidential winner was initially too close to call, discuss how the winner was determined and predict how the 2000 election might change the process of electing a president. Full Review »

Grade Range
7th
Rating
4 Stars

Students explore issues facing the potential leader of our country, form opinions about the candidates representing the two major political parties, research election material and choose candidates, conduct debates, and vote in mock election. Full Review »

Grade Range
9th - 11th
Rating
3 Stars

Students conduct a mock election based on the formal procedures used in real-life situations. They explain the roles and responsibilities of various individuals and government bodies. Full Review »

Grade Range
9th - 12th
Rating
4 Stars

Students hold a mock election with two candidates representing a local race. They ask to become involved in a local candidacy by volunteering time in passing out fliers or working on staff. Full Review »

Grade Range
9th - 12th
Rating
4 Stars

Students examine the presidential candidates and their election platforms. They further analyze the platforms by creating a chart to determine which candidate most represents his or her beliefs and values. Full Review »

Grade Range
2nd
Rating
3 Stars

Student examine the voting process and majority rule as they relate to election. They participate in a mock election in which they campaign for class president by writing their campaign platform. They complete ballots to vote for a candidate in an election. Full Review »

Grade Range
10th
Rating
3 Stars

Students examine the 2004 Presidential election and identify six of the most important issues. In groups, they research the positions of the candidates on the issues and decide which one closely resembles their own. They share their information with the class and vote for the Presidential candidate of their choice in a mock election. Full Review »

Grade Range
4th - 8th
Rating
4 Stars

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 »