Crash Course
The Constitution, the Articles, and Federalism Crash Course US History
In which John Green teaches you about the United States Constitution. During and after the American Revolutionary War, the government of the new country operated under the Articles of Confederation. While these Articles got the young...
Crash Course
Constitutional Compromises: Crash Course Government and Politics
In which Craig Benzine teaches you about the compromises met in ratifying the U.S. Constitution. The United State’s didn’t always have its current system of government. Actually, this is it’s second attempt. Craig will delve into the...
Curated Video
Alexander Hamilton for Kids | Bedtime History
Learn about the Founding Father who fought in the American Revolution and as the Secretary of the Treasury helped put the United States on a strong financial foundation.
Curated Video
The Decline of Political Rhetoric
Intellectual historian Quentin Skinner (QMUL) argues that both American and British political rhetoric have declined considerably in the modern era.
Hip Hughes History
Federalist #47 Explained: American Government Review
An overview of James Madison's classical writing on checks and balances, Federalist #47.
Hip Hughes History
Article III For Dummies: The Judiciary Explained
The Constitution for Dummies Series returns covering Article 3 of the Constitution, the Judicial Branch. This funky, well organized video lecture will make sure you are shipped out into the world with a clear understanding of the...
Hip Hughes History
The Anti-Federalist Papers Explained
The Federalist Papers get all the love! An overview of the Anti-Fed Papers and their arguments for opposing the US Constitution.
Cerebellum
America's Documents Of Freedom 1787-1796 - Federalist Papers 1787-1788
Our country’s destiny has been shaped by those who gave of their leadership, wisdom and sometimes their lives. Our American’s Documents of Freedom have recorded the evolution of our republic down through the years. This program focuses...
Hip Hughes History
The Federalist Papers Explained
A simple explanation of the Federalist Papers. Special Thanks to Tom Richey for his wisdom and help.
Curated Video
The Federalist Papers
The Federalist Papers were written by three of America's Founding Fathers, in an attempt to convince the American people that the Constitution should be ratified.
Hip Hughes History
The Constitutional Convention of 1787 for Dummies
A heaping helpful of Constitutional history as HipHughes dips and dives through the Constitutional Convention. A seasoned high school teacher of 15 years, this lesson is practical for any aged learner and entertaining for ages 1-99....
Crash Course
The Constitution, the Articles, and Federalism
Check out this entertaining, speedy, and highly informative overview of the founding stages of the United States government. The video includes a detailed discussion of the limitations of the Articles of Confederation, the eventual...
Bill of Rights Institute
Constitutional Principles: Republican Government
Why were the founding fathers wary of democracy? What is the difference between a direct democracy and a constitutional republic? Encourage critical thinking around questions such as these in your class and review the principles of a...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Founding Principles: Final Principles
Through a study of foundational documents like the Federalist Papers (#10, #37, and #85), students learn about the most important principles at the core of American democracy. The episode covers the separation of powers, checks and...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Founding Principles: Public Opinion
Explore the importance of public opinion in shaping national politics. Through a study of foundational documents like The Federalist Papers and the overlap between policy and popular beliefs, students learn about polling design and how...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Federalist No. 10 (Part 1)
This video lesson from Khan Academy discusses the Federalist Papers, and specifically, Peter . This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics courses, including the AP Government...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Democratic Ideals of Us Government
This video lesson from Khan Academy discusses the foundational democratic ideas of the US Government, primarily stated by John Locke. This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics...
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Crash Course Us History: The Constitution, the Articles, and Federalism
John Green teaches you about the United States Constitution. During and after the American Revolutionary War, the government of the new country operated under the Articles of Confederation. While these Articles got the young nation...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Anti Federalists and Brutus No. 1
This video lesson from Khan Academy interprets an excerpt of Brutus No. 1, the most well-known of what will be eventually called the "Anti-Federalist Papers," which argued against the ratification of the Constitution of 1787. This lesson...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Federalist No. 51
This video lesson from Khan Academy discusses the Federalist No.51. This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics courses, including the AP Government course.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Episode 1839: The Federalists Part 2: The Federalist
Today we discuss one of the most important sources of information about the Constitution: A series of essays known as The Federalist.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Federalist 10: Part 4
Madison's views on the benefits of a large, diverse republic are discussed in the tenth of The Federalist Papers.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Federalist 10
Federalist 10 is considered to be a masterpiece of political thought by James Madison; find out more on today's episode. [1 min. 13 secs.]
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Federalist 51
A government with separation of powers is well addressed in Federalist 51. James Madison said that if men were angels, then no government would be needed. But men are not angels, are they? [1 min. 7 secs.]