Healthcare Triage
King V. Burwell, Obamacare, and the Supreme Court
There's another case concerning the Affordable Care Act that's hitting the Supreme Court, and it's a big deal. It has the potential to strip subsidies that help buy health insurance from millions of people across the country. The case is...
Mazz Media
Hail to the Chief: Presidential Elections
Presidential Elections brings the electoral process to life. Students will learn about political "platforms" and party "tickets," as well as fascinating facts about former presidents that will stimulate classroom discussion. In addition,...
Hip Hughes History
The Marshall Court Explained: US History Review
HipHughes breezes through the three essential Marshall court cases, Marbury v Madison, McCulloch v Maryland and Gibbons v Ogden. Simple learnin', not meant for in depth course work, just enough so you don't look like a dummy.
Cerebellum
The Judicial Branch Of Government - Introduction To The Supreme Court
The Supreme Court’s responsibility is to interpret all laws and ensure that they do not conflict with the founding principles of the Constitution. This video provides and overview of the judicial branch particularly The Supreme Court....
Mr. Beat
The American Court System Explained
Are you under arrest? Know your rights. Mr. Beat explains the American judicial system with both criminal and civil cases and at the federal and state levels.
Weird History
Was Andrew Jackson The Craziest US President?
Andrew Jackson has a complicated legacy. On the one hand, he was a populist hero and a venerated war general. On the other hand, he enslaved persons, killed thousands of Native Americans, created an economic depression, and killed a man....
Wonderscape
History Kids: Constitutional Amendments 6 - 10
This video provides an overview of the Bill of Rights and its importance in protecting the rights of individuals in the United States. It discusses the 6th Amendment, which guarantees the right to a fair trial by an impartial jury, the...
Ancient Lights Media
US Constitution: The System of Checks and Balances
Understanding the U.S. Constitution: 1. This clip explains how the system of Checks and Balances established by the U.S. Constitution works.
Red Rock Films
Who was Jim Crow?
How one white actor's creation came to represent the most racist laws in America - and how those laws were crushed.
Mr. Beat
Can the Police Use Evidence They Got Illegally? Mapp v. Ohio
The police break into a home of a citizen and later charge her with having sexually explicit material.
Mazz Media
Understanding the Constitution: Judicial Branch
The Supreme Court interprets the meaning of the laws put forth by the executive and legislative branches of government. The program demonstrates how the Court assesses how laws are being applied, whether they violate the constitution,...
Wonderscape
History Kids: Constitutional Amendments 11 - 15
The video discusses the 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments to the United States Constitution. It explores how these amendments have shaped our country and affected the lives of citizens, particularly focusing on issues such as...
Wonderscape
Thurgood Marshall: Champion of Civil Rights
This video explores the life and accomplishments of Thurgood Marshall, a prominent figure in the civil rights movement in the United States. It highlights his early life, education, legal career, and his groundbreaking role as the first...
Wonderscape
History Kids: How a Bill Becomes a Law
This video explains the process of how a bill becomes a law in the United States. It covers the steps from coming up with an idea to the bill being signed by the president. The video also includes interactive questions to test the...
Hip Hughes History
The Judiciary Act of 1789: US Government Review
A lesson on the Judiciary Act of 1789 for those takeing US History, a Government class or just love learning. A great study tool for APUSH & APGOV students and a great teaching resource for teachers!
Mazz Media
Federal Government
This live-action video program is about the term Federal Government. The program is designed to reinforce and support a student's comprehension and retention of the term Federal Government through use of video footage, photographs,...
Wonderscape
History Kids: State Government
This video explains the importance of state governments in the United States and how they impact our daily lives. It covers topics such as the structure of state governments, the powers and responsibilities of the executive, legislative,...
Mazz Media
Standing Up For Freedom: The Story of Rosa Parks
In December of 1955 Rosa Parks made history when she refused to give up her seat on a bus to a white person. Her act of defiance was the catalyst for the Montgomery Bus Boycott which was the spark that ignited the modern-day Civil...
Mazz Media
Standing Up For Freedom: The Civil Rights Movement in America
From the fight to abolish slavery in the 1800s to the efforts to stop segregation in the 1900s, this program chronicles the civil rights movement in America. Students will learn about the courageous leaders of the Abolitionist Movement...
Wonderscape
History Kids: All About the Supreme Court
This video provides an overview of the Supreme Court, its history, role, and powers. It explains how the Supreme Court ensures that laws are constitutional and examines the process for filling vacancies on the Court. The video also...
Wonderscape
History Kids: Three Branches of Government
This video provides an overview of the three branches of the United States government: legislative, executive, and judicial. It explains how these branches work together and have checks and balances to prevent any one branch from...
Wonderscape
History Kids: The Judicial Branch
This video provides a description of the establishment and structure of the Judicial Branch of the United States government. The video also discusses the three levels of federal courts - district courts, circuit courts, and the Supreme...
Curated Video
Texas’ 90,000 DACA recipients can sign up for Affordable Care Act coverage — for now
Nearly 90,000 DACA recipients in Texas — and more than 500,000 across the nation — finally get a chance at signing up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act. (Scripps News)
Curated Video
Could Democrats pressure Justice Sotomayor to step down for replacement?
Could Democrats pressure Justice Sotomayor to step down for replacement? The possibility could help the party retain representation on the Supreme Court. (Scripps News)