Online Course
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: Government and Politics of China

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Present an impressive overview of pre-Communist through present day China with an outlook towards the future by including some of these resources.
Website
University of California

Ucla: Manas: History and Politics, Indira Gandhi

For Students 9th - 10th
This site contains a biography and a picture of Indira Gandhi.
Activity
BBC

Bbc News: How to Elect a Us President

For Students 9th - 10th
Electing a US President can be a political marathon. The British Broadcasting Company helps make this process easier to understand by explaining it in key stages.
Website
BBC

Bbc News: Opposition Accepts Kagame

For Students 9th - 10th
The opposition leader in the Rwanda 2003 election officially recognized Paul Kagame as the winner, and as the continuing President of Rwanda. Concerns over the election process is reviewed as is the treatment of the opposition party and...
Primary
Other

Fdr Cartoon Archive: The Road to Pennsylvania Avenue

For Students 9th - 10th
Reading political cartoons is a great way to follow current events. This compilation of cartoons follows the selection of a Democratic candidate for president from March through June, 1932. Franklin D. Roosevelt eventually won the...
Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Elephant or Donkey?

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students will visit the websites for the National Republican and National Democratic Party. Students will choose topics of interest to them and compare the positions of both parties on the topic. Students will complete a graphic...
Handout
Other

Lloyd Sealy Library: u.s. Elections 1972 2020: Elections

For Students 9th - 10th
This page lists the various US presidential elections from 1972-2020 and the two main candidates who ran for their respective parties and who won the election for that year.
Handout
BBC

Bbc News: Venezuela's War of the Airwaves

For Students 9th - 10th
This article analyzes the role of the media in Venezuela and the attempts to remove Hugo Chavez from power in 2004. Dated March 19, 2004.
Lesson Plan
PBS

Pbs News Hour Extra: Strategizing the 2010 Midterm Elections

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners will have a chance to examine their own political beliefs and then compare with the political philosophies of the six major U.S. political parties and the Tea Party movement. To make the lesson plan even more compelling,...
Website
University of Groningen

American History: Outlines: A New Coalition

For Students 9th - 10th
Overview of Franklin D. Roosevelt's administration after his decisive re-election in 1936. Discusses political party organization and the debate over government responsibility to citizens.
Handout
Other

Geographic.org: Uzbekistan Government 2002

For Students 9th - 10th
Geographic.org's guide to Uzbekistan. This particular page provides background info about the country's government including political parties, nt'l holidays, capitol and more. Easily links to Uzbekistan geography, economy, history,...
Handout
Geographic

Bolivia Government

For Students 9th - 10th
General/brief description of the governmental structure of Bolivia. Provides information about the different government bodies, the leaders, the political parties, and other general statistics related to the government of Bolivia.
Article
PBS

Pbs News Hour: Democrats Push Through Historic, Controversial Health Care Bill

For Students 9th - 10th
President Obama signed into law a historic health care bill; making the most dramatic changes to the American health care system in four decades. Follow the details of the bill, its history, and the controversy behind this historic bill,...
Handout
US Government Publishing Office

U.s. Government Publishing Office: Our American Government, 2000 Edition

For Students 9th - 10th
A popular introductory guide for American citizens and those of other countries who seek a greater understanding of our heritage of democracy. The question-and-answer format covers a broad range of topics dealing with the legislative,...
Lesson Plan
Bill of Rights Institute

Bill of Rights Institute: Understanding the Nomination Process

For Teachers 9th - 10th
From its conception in the United States Constitution, to necessary adjustments in the 12th Amendment, students will understand the nomination process and role of political parties in establishing a president with the aid of this lesson.
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Other

Elections Bc: A Non Partisan Office of the Legislature

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the Office of the British Columbia Legislature that is responsible for administering their provincial elections. Here you will find out everything you need to know about rules governing elections, donations to provincial...
Lesson Plan
iCivics

I Civics: Legislative Branch

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Learners will learn about the structure, function, and powers of the legislative branch of government. They will explore the legislative process, as well as the influence of citizens and political parties. Register for a free account to...
Lesson Plan
iCivics

I Civics: Voting in Congress

For Teachers 9th - 10th
n this lesson, students learn what factors members of Congress consider when deciding whether to vote for a bill, including the powers given to Congress by the Constitution, what a member's constituents want, his or her political party's...
Website
Ministry of Education and Employment of Spain

Si Spain: United Left

For Students 9th - 10th
Resource provides a short description of the United left, an amalgamation of leftist parties and groups. Historical description of the party ends in 1993.
Website
Ministry of Education and Employment of Spain

Si Spain: Independent Canary Island Group

For Students 9th - 10th
A short description of this coalition. Historical description of the party ends in 1993.
Interactive
Other

I Side With: 2016 Presidential Election: Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th
Website designed to help voters decide which candidate best supports their interests. Students can take a quiz to find out their affiliation.
Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Gabon: History

For Students 9th - 10th
Although there is some information about the early history of Gabon, most of the article tells about its history since independence. From the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.
Website
Library of Congress

Loc: Our Place in the Politics of the Country

For Students 9th - 10th
Although the 15th amendment gave the freedom to vote to African Americans, little was done to enforce it. 90% of African-Americans living in the South were not able to vote, and in the North where voting was easier, the African American...
Handout
Travel Document Systems

Tds: Bulgaria: Government

For Students 9th - 10th
Read about the government of Bulgaria and its recent elections. You can also find a list of the current governmental officials. Information is from the U.S. State Dept. Background Notes.

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