Civics

=__GEDO2 Civics:__ =

As a requirement mandated by the State of Wisconsin, all students must complete and earn .5 credit of civics. This course will take approximately 30 hours, or more, to complete.




 * Unit 1 - What you should know about Wisconsin Law - Your Legal Rights and Responsibilities (book)**
 * EQ: How do your rights and responsibilities change when you become an adult/18?
 * [[file:What You Should Know About WI Law Your Legal Rights and Responsibilities.docx]]


 * Unit 2 - School/Community Improvement Project**
 * EQ: What can I do to make a positive impact on my school/community?
 * **//Natalie Warne - Anonymous// //Extraordinaires// TED Talks Video**
 * Who is Natalie Warne?
 * What is "anonymous extraordinaires"?
 * Who is Dr. Vincent Harding?
 * List Natalie's two struggles.
 * What was the name of the film that impacted Natalie.
 * What was the name of the man from that film?
 * How many interns were there?


 * [|101 ways to make a positive impact]
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 * Create a poster, pamphlet, flyer or skit on a topic that makes a difference. Some ideas: the school wide work, respect, belong theme, anti-bullying, healthy lifestyles choices, or classroom rules. If you are interested in a topic not listed, please see me.
 * Your poster, pamphlet, flyer or skit should clearly address idea of choice, present evidence to support your idea, ideas should be clear and neatly organizations, and error-free.


 * Unit 3 - Wisconsin Blue Book**
 * __ [|WI Blue Book High School] __
 * Please do units 1-7 only

[| Wisconsin Constitution] [| Legislative Branch] [| Executive Branch] [|Judicial] [|Statistics] [|State Symbols]


 * Unit 4 - Forms of Government**
 * EQ: What are the basic forms of government that exist throughout the world?
 * [[file:Unit 4.pdf]]
 * [[file:typesofgovernments.ppt]]
 * Who Rules? study guide


 * Unit 5 - Government Funding**
 * EQ: How is the government funded and where does your taxpayer money go?
 * [|Federal Budget 101] Use the drop down button to answer questions.
 * [[file:Unit 5 – Government Funding - Who decides the Federal Budget (1).pdf]]


 * Unit 6 - Basic Constitutional Principals**
 * EQ: What are the six basic principals of the Constitution and how can they be applied to today's world?
 * //**Almost painless guide to the Constitution**// (21 minutes)
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 * Constitution 101

[|Constitution Test]


 * Unit 7 - The Preamble to the Constitution**
 * EQ: How do current issues in American politics connect to the goals in the Preamble?
 * [[file:Unit7civics (1).pdf]]


 * Unit 8 - Free Speech (DBQ)**
 * EQ: [|Should schools be allowed to limit students' online speec]Moncia Lewinsky - The price of shame
 * //** The Price of Shame - Monica Lewinsky TED Talks **//
 * Who is Monica Lewinsky?
 * What is cyber bullying?
 * What rap song have you heard the lyric "Monica Lewinsky"?
 * Have you ever made a mistake?
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 * Unit 9 - [|Federalism - Whose power is this?]**
 * EQ: What conflicts and comprises (e.g. issues, court cases, policies, legislations, situations and funding) can arise between local, state, and federal governments in order ot meet the needs of citizens and protect the "common good"?
 * [[file:Unit9civics (1).pdf]]
 * [|We believe in federalism cartoon]
 * What does the elephant's head signify?
 * What message do you think this political cartoon is trying to give?
 * Is this cartoon slanted toward federalism or state/s rights? Why?


 * Unit 10 - Federalism - Drinking age 18 vs 21**
 * EQ: Should the drinking age be legislated by the state or federal government?
 * [|Pros and Cons of alcohol drinking at 18 vs 21]
 * __ [|21's a Bust? Seven States Debate Lowering Drinking Age] __
 * **Writing Prompt:** The articles/links present arguments from both supporters and critics of the nationwide 21 year old drinking age. In your response, analyze both positions presented to determine which one is best supported. Use relevant and specific evidence from the articles to support your response.


 * Unit 11 - Federalism and Medical Marijuana Laws**
 * EQ: [|What role does/should the government have in administering medical marijuana laws?]
 * Cartoon - [|The United STATE of America]
 * Questions:
 * 1) What message do you think this political cartoon is trying to convey?
 * 2) Do you believe these 6 statues help or hinder freedom in our country?
 * 3) Do you think states should be able to set their own rules/regulations on the listed issues? Why or why not?
 * 4) Why does the cartoonist state the following phrases - The UNITED States of America and Federal mortality Forced on states? What is being implied?


 * Unit 12 - The National School Debate**
 * EQ: [|Should government be allowed to mandate a national education test?]
 * Cartoon - [|Federalism]
 * Why do you believe the cartoonist is representing federalism with a turtle caricature?
 * What is on way you have seen federalism work in a slow way?
 * How could Federalism be more efficient?


 * Unit 13 - Search and Seizure (DBQ)**
 * EQ: When does the government go too far?
 * [|Search and Seizure: Did the government go too far?]


 * Unit 14 - Movie Review //Bowling for Columbine//**
 * EQ: How does our government interpret the 2nd Amendment and what effect does this have?
 * As you watch the film, please make notes abut the following questions as well as any other interesting information that you find important in th film. The questions are in the same order as in the film.
 * [[file:Bowling for Columbine.pdf]]
 * [|Movie]


 * Unit 15 - Branches of Government**
 * EQ: What are the branches of government and how do they function?
 * [|The Executive Branch]
 * [|The Legislative Branch]
 * [|The Legislative Branch part 2]
 * [|The Judicial Branch]
 * [|The Judicial Branch part 2]
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 * 1) What do the three branches of the tree represent?
 * 2) Who are the people in the black robes and the people on the far right?
 * 3) What is the significance of the judge sawing into the branch with a saw marked "STATES RIGHTS"?
 * 4) Do you think the cartoonist is supporting federalism or state's rights? Why?
 * 5) Demonstrating reasoned judgement, who do you think should be responsible for the figures in the right - the federal government or the states? Explain.
 * [|Cartoon]
 * 1) What do all three parties represent on this cartoon?
 * 2) Why do you think Lady Liberty is being pulled apart?
 * 3) Can you think of one way our nation is being pulled apart/divided in the state/federal courts?


 * Unit 16 - Branches of government poster project**
 * EQ: What are the powers, roles, responsibilities and requirements of the three branches of government?
 * [[file:Branches_of_Government_Poster_project.doc]]


 * Unit 17 - How are you represented?**
 * EQ: Who are your representatives and how can yo let them know what issues are important to you?


 * Unit 18 - Political Spectrum**
 * EQ: Are you ready to make an educated decision when you vote?
 * [|The Political Compass]
 * [|Political spectrum quiz] PRINT YOUR RESULTS!!!!
 * [|Political Coordinates Test]
 * Where do you stand politically; are you more conservative or liberal? List at least four points that support your political stance.
 * What party do you feel most aligned with? List and describe three main points in this party's platform that you identify with.
 * Which top three issues would be most important to you when voting?
 * Research politicians at any level (local, state, national) and find one who closely aligns with your view points. Write a descriptive of at least two major issues that demonstrates this alliance.
 * Politician's name
 * Party alliance
 * Contact information


 * Unit 19 - Political Parties**
 * EQ: What political party best represents your view points?
 * [[file:Unit19civics (1).pdf]]


 * Unit 20 - Influence of government on the economy**
 * EQ: How does the government influence our economy?
 * [[file:Unit20studyguide.pdf]]
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 * [|Aggregate Supply: What is it, How does it work]
 * [[file:AggregateSupply (1).pdf]]
 * [|Government's role in the economy]

=**iCivics:** =


 * Please note:** not all lessons have a corresponding PowerPoint

Lesson 2 Lesson 3
 * ==Unit 1 - Foundations of Government:==

Lesson 1 Lesson 3 Lesson 4 Lesson 9 Lesson 1 Lesson 2 Lesson 1
 * ==Unit 2 - Road to the Constitution==
 * ==Unit 3 - The Constitution==
 * ==Unit 4 - The Legislative Branch==
 * ==Unit 6 - The Judicial Branch==
 * ==Unit 7 - Stat and Local Government==
 * ==Unit 8 - Citizenship and Participation==



Lesson 5

Lesson 6



Lesson 7
 * ==Unit 9 - Politics and Public Policy==

Lesson 4 Lesson 5 Lesson 1 Lesson 1 Lesson 2 Lesson 3 Lesson 4 Lesson 5
 * ==Unit 10 - Media and Influence==
 * ==Unit 11 - Civil Rights==
 * ==Unit 12 - International Affairs==
 * ==Unit 13 - Government and the Market==