Instructional Video6:10
TED-Ed

TED-Ed: The problem with the U.S. bail system | Camilo Ramirez

Pre-K - Higher Ed
Since 2000, the annual number of people convicted of crimes in the United States has stayed steady, but the average number of people in jail each year has shot up. How can that be? The answer lies in the bail system— which isn't doing...
Instructional Video2:31
Curated Video

Branches of Government

9th - Higher Ed
The federal government of the United States of America is split into three separate and distinct branches. But what do the Executive, the Legislature and the Judiciary do and why are they necessary?
Instructional Video2:31
Curated Video

Branches of Government

9th - Higher Ed
The federal government of the United States of America is split into three separate and distinct branches. But what do the Executive, the Legislature and the Judiciary do and why are they necessary?
Instructional Video14:53
Mazz Media

Citizens Rule: Our Founding Documents

6th - 8th
This program introduces students to the two documents that laid the foundation for our government. Live-action reenactments, colorful animated graphics and maps help tell the stories of how the Declaration of Independence and the United...
Instructional Video3:25
Mazz Media

Federal Government

6th - 8th
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,...
Lesson Plan4:55
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3
Curated OER

Our Classroom Constitution

4th - 8th Standards
Develop a system of classroom rules created by the kids, for the kids with this three-part instructional activity series on the US Constitution. After learning about the structure of the Constitution and the government it...
Instructional Video13:04
Crash Course

The Constitution, the Articles, and Federalism

9th - 12th Standards
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...
Instructional Video10:16
Curated OER

US Government Review Part 1 - 3 Branches of Government

9th - 12th
A fun and interesting teacher describes the three branches of the US government. His lecture style and ability to explain with good examples could be a really big help to older students needing a tutorial or extra support in...
Instructional Video10:58
Curated OER

Constitution Lecture 6: Who is the Ultimate Arbiter?

9th - 12th
Is there one ultimate arbiter who has the final say on issues or questions related to whether as act is constitutional or not? Lecture six discusses the powers each branch of the government has in making final judgments on constitutional...
Instructional Video3:50
TED-Ed

How is Power Divided in the United States Government?

7th - 12th
Need an introduction to the three branches of the United States government? Look no further! This video offers a basic breakdown of the legislative, judicial, and executive branches, including their general makeup and designated...
Instructional Video3:18
Curated OER

The US Government

5th - 8th
This is an unusual video, but it contains some helpful tools that could be useful for teaching elementary aged children the basics of the US government. There is no narration to accompany this clip, but the slide show at the beginning is...
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Article Ii of the Constitution

9th - 10th
This video lesson from Khan Academy discusses Article II of the Constitution. This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics courses, including the AP Government course.
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Divided Government and Gridlock in the United States

9th - 10th
This video lesson from Khan Academy discusses a divided government and gridlock in the United States. This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics courses, including the AP...
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Gerrymandering

9th - 10th
This video lesson from Khan Academy discusses Congressional behavior of gerrymandering. This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics courses, including the AP Government course.
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Expansion of Presidential Power

9th - 10th
This video lesson from Khan Academy discusses the expansion of presidential power. This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics courses, including the AP Government course.
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Senate Checks on Presidential Appointments

9th - 10th
This video lesson from Khan Academy discusses the process of the Senate checking on presidential appointments. This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics courses, including the...
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Executive and Legislative Disagreements With the Supreme Court

9th - 10th
This video lesson from Khan Academy discusses executive and legislative disagreements with the Supreme Court. This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics courses, including the...
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Article Iii of the Constitution

9th - 10th
This video lesson from Khan Academy discusses Article III of the Constitution. This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics courses, including the AP Government course.
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Technology and Presidential Communication

9th - 10th
This video lesson from Khan Academy discusses technology and communication from the US President. This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics courses, including the AP...
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: The President's Bully Pulpit

9th - 10th
This video lesson from Khan Academy discusses the US President's bully pit. This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics courses, including the AP Government course.
Instructional Video
Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Judicial Activism vs. Judicial Restraint

9th - 10th
This video lesson from Khan Academy uses Baker v. Carr to discuss judicial activism versus judicial restraint. This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics courses, including the...
Audio
Center For Civic Education

60 Second Civics: The Three Branches of Government Part 12: The Judicial Branch

9th - 10th Standards
Today we learn about the federal judiciary.
Audio
Center For Civic Education

60 Second Civics: Introduction to the Three Branches of Government

9th - 10th Standards
We begin study of the three branches of the U.S. government.
Instructional Video
Crash Course

Crash Course u.s. Government and Politics #1: Introduction

9th - 10th
Crash Course video with Craig Benzine discussing how the U.S. Government should function and how it actually does function. Mr. Benzine covers branches of government, politics, elections and political parties. [6:46]