Learners examine the Canadian parliamentary system through the investigation of various learning centers that address the issues using a variety of learning preferences.

Students research Indonesian government and politics, then compare and contrast Indonesian demonstrations to recent upheavals in the Philippines and Ivory Coast. They formulate opinions about the relationship of a nation's stability...

In this American Revolution worksheet, students read and discuss a 2 page article on The American Revolution, answer 2 statements with multiple choice answers and fill in 6 blanks to complete 6 facts referring to The American Revolution.

Students investigate the work of the Chamber of Commons. In this current events lesson, students visit selected websites to learn what the Chamber of Commons is responsible for and determine how their jobs may be changing.

Students study the differences between presidents and kings, and constitutional monarchs and despots. They examine why the US has a president instead of a king.

Students explore the trials and tribulations early colonial life and note its successes. Through literature, Internet research, and interactive software, they engage in various activities to evaluate early social and cultural development.

Middle schoolers become familiar with the role women play in the Canadian government. They gather, organize and analyze data on female politicians.

Fifth graders examine the municipal, provincial, federal levels of government. They study the process of making a presentation to a level of government.

Students do research about the Canadian government and become aware of all the resources available to them.

Young scholars participate in a gallery walk or Web Quest to study the various roles and processes in the Canadian government.

Learners compare governments as they relate to human rights of its citizens.

Twelfth graders look critically at the government and then take a defend a position on the prospect of reform.

Learners name and classify political representatives in the Canadian Parliament. The roles and responsibilities of the political players are examined.

Seventh graders examine the 13 members of the Canadian Parliament. They research regional issues and concerns and how they are addressed in the Parliamentary system, and present it to the class in the form of a Powerpoint presentation or...

Students examine the dynamics and challenges of creating a system of government that meet the needs of a changing, diverse population, for a new country. This is a nice simulation/role play of the formation of government.

Students review the basic facts of the Canadian government.

Students find an issue with the government, research it, and then present it.

Learners research the current issues about the government of Canada and develop their presentation skills.

Students research the roles of key positions in the Canadian government by watching an episode of Question Period and refering to various examples of news media from the day following the Question Period.

Answering comprehension questions during or after reading an informational text can help focus the reader's attention. Here are 5 True/False and 5 multiple choice questions related to the Congress, bicameralism, and basic governmental...

High schoolers examine electoral systems and reach conclusions and judgements about the extent to which these requirements are met. The Canadian electoral system be examined as one other electoral system.

High schoolers explore the roles of parliamentarians, witnesses and journalists. They apply the selection criteria used in establishing a parliamentary committee.

Learners complete a work packet put together by the teacher. They participate in a class discussion of the pros and cons of both the House of Commons and the Senate.

Pupils explain the dynamics surrounding the selection of a leader for a country. They explain the involvement of individual citizens in the selection process.