Khan Academy
Khan Academy: An Introduction to James Madison by Historian Joe Ellis
In this video, historian Joe Ellis and Aspen Institute President and CEO Walter Isaacson discuss James Madison and his involvement in the founding of the United States of America. [3:53]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: The Federalist Papers
Lynne Cheney, author of "James Madison: A Life Reconsidered" in conversation with Walter Isaacson of the Aspen Institute about the Federalist Papers. [3:58]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Overview: James Madison
Madison was "the most important person responsible for creating what America is today" and played many roles in the founding of America. Lynne Cheney, author of "James Madison: A Life Reconsidered" gives an overview of his life. [6:04]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Democratic Ideals in the Preamble to the Us Constitution
Learn how the Preamble to the US Constitution reflects the democratic ideals of the Framers. [3:11]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Democratic Ideals in the Declaration of Independence
This video is a close reading of the beginnings of the Declaration of Independence to identify ideas of natural rights, social contract, limited government and popular sovereignty in the text. [7:52]
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Us History: 1754 1800: The Constitutional Convention
In 1787, the Framers of the US Constitution came together to create a stronger central government. In this video, Kim discusses how the Framers compromised over the plan for the legislative branch of government, combining the Virginia...
PBS
Liberty's Kids Hd 140 We the People
A Liberty's Kids video telling about the Constitutional Convention and the writing of the United States Constitution. [23:07]
HipHughes History
You Tube: Checks and Balances for Dummies
First, you are not a dummy. But perhaps you have a yearning to just know about Checks and Balances or perhaps, and more likely, you have an exam! Mr. Hughes serves a heaping serving of simplicity as he takes you through all three...
HipHughes History
You Tube: The Great Compromise Explained in 5 Minutes: Us History Review
The Connecticut Compromise was one of the most important deals made at the Constitutional Convention in 1787, understanding it is an essential part of any US History and Government course.
HipHughes History
You Tube: The Three Fifths Compromise Explained: Us History Review
The Constitutional Convention's 3/5ths Compromise broken down so you can understand it for school, for a test or for life.
HipHughes History
You Tube: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
HipHughes History
You Tube: Shays' Rebellion Explained
A quick overview of the 1786-1787 event known as Shays' Rebellion. Perfect for students of the Social Studies and lifelong learners.
Shmoop University
Shmoop: Constitutional Convention
The Constitutional Convention was held after the Revolutionary War to write a Constitution for our new government. The best and brightest from our new nation were called to attend. Who would you choose to make up a Constitutional...