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The Electoral College Lesson PlanThe Electoral College Lesson Plan
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Carolina K-12
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10th
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Social Studies & History
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1 hr 30 mins
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The Electoral College

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Put the Electoral College into perspective with a simulation of an election. Scholars experience an electoral vote, participate in an in-depth discussion on the topic, and engage in a congressional committee where they learn about the roles of members of Congress.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

the electoral college, elections, presidential campaigns, presidential elections, presidential candidates, election day, the electoral process, the electoral vote, direct democracy, voter turnout, voting, the popular vote, voting rights, american democracy

Additional Tags

social studies

Instructional Ideas

  • Extend learning by assigning a video recorded news report about the last several elections and their results, based on both the Electoral College and popular vote

Classroom Considerations

  • Requires preparation of color-coded sheets of paper before class begins
  • Includes all other resources needed

Pros

  • Pupils see firsthand the meaning of an electoral vote versus the popular vote
  • Encourages classroom collaboration
  • Builds public speaking skills

Cons

  • None

Common Core

RH.9-10.3 RH.9-10.4 RH.9-10.6 RH.9-10.9

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