This course will give students an analytical perspective on government and politics in the United States. The course is a two semester course that is the equivalent to an introductory college-level course in United States Government.
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Week #4 AP Gov. Rogers
Monday 9-19-11
Discussion of pages 40-44
Targets:
How did the delegates at the Constitutional Convention find common ground and compromise?
-Human Nature & Self Interests
-Fractions and Political Conflict
-Preservation of Property
-What type of government would work?
Tuesday 9-20-11
Discussion over pages 45-51
Targets:
How did economics play a role in the Constitution?
-Federalists vs. Anti federalists
-Economic Powers of Congress
-Prohibitions of State Governments (Powers not held by the states)
How did the Madisonian Model create balance in the Constitution?
- Limiting Majority Control
-Separating Powers
-Creating Checks and Balances
-The Federal System
Wednesday 9-21-11
Discussion over pages 51-55
Targets:
Ratification of the Constitution
-Federalist vs. Anti-Federalists
--Federalist Papers
-Bill of Rights
Thursday 9-22-11
Discussion over pages 55-57
Target:
How the Constitution can be Amended?
Constitutional Change
-The Formal Amending Process
Friday 9-23-11
Student Presentation: Current Event
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