Contrary to popular belief, the government cannot do anything it wants. As the 17th lesson of a 50-part unit exploring government and politics, a short video explains the controlling limits placed on appointments and powers in government. Great as a supplement, it encourages thought and discussion on exactly how to limit the power of the bureaucracy. 

Concepts

the united states government, american politics, bureaucracy

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Role play the appointment process of a member of the president's cabinet to understand the limits placed on different departments 
• Preview the lesson with a reading on checks and balances in the government 

Classroom Considerations

• Video is less than 10 minutes in length

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Animated thought bubble puts the concepts in motion for visual learners
  
• Provides primary source quotes and facts for further research 

Cons

• None

Common Core

RH.9-10.1 RH.9-10.2 RH.9-10.3 RH.11-12.1 RH.11-12.2 RH.11-12.3