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This 270 Votes to Win: The Electoral College in the United States lesson plan also includes:
- Electoral College Lessons Packet
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What exactly is the Electoral College and how does it work? The activity is part of a larger series on government that explains what the Electoral College is and how it helps determine an election winner. Academics participate in discussion, role-play, writing activities, and read handouts to understand the historical background and how the Electoral College works today.
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american history, government systems, governments, american democracy, democracy, democratic values, representative democracy, voting, the electoral college, the electoral process, the electoral vote, constitutional law, the constitution, the united states constitution, elections, presidential elections
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Instructional Ideas
- Create a mock class election with an Electoral College
- Arrange for a local representative to speak to the class regarding voting
Classroom Considerations
- Lesson is part one of a two part series
Pros
- Includes extension activities to enhance learning
- Clearly explains a complex component of presidential elections
Cons
- None