Activity

Voting and Participation in Decision Making

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This Voting and Participation in Decision Making activity also includes:

"If you don't vote - you don't count." That's the big idea in this resource about voting and participation in the democratic process. The three included activities focus students on being informed voters, practicing voting for their preferences, and setting agendas for classroom discussions. 

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Instructional Ideas
  • Sequence the activities over the course of the school year
  • Instructors may opt to participate in this civics program, sponsored by the Roosevelt Library, and share their classes' responses
Classroom Considerations
  • The eighth section in a 10-part civics series
  • Additional scaffolding may be needed for some learners to make the connection between the first activity and selecting a candidate running for public office
Pros
  • Each activity includes step-by-step directions
Cons
  • None