US Government Course Online

Description:

The purpose of this course is to provide students with a foundational understanding of the principles and functions of the United States government. Students will learn about the structure of the U.S. government and our democratic process through analysis of the U.S. Constitution. Beginning with the origins and founding principles of American government, this course then examines amendments with a special emphasis on fundamental rights and liberties.  Modules also examine influential Supreme Court decisions to demonstrate the impact and importance of constitutional rights. The course concludes with the role and impact of political parties and media in the United States. This course provides abundant contemporary examples, which provide students with modern-day connections, in the U.S. and around the world.

Textbook: United States Government,  CK-12

Course objectives:

  • Analyze the philosophical principals of government which influence the United States government
  • Investigate the structure and corresponding implications of the United States Constitution
  • Analyze the United States Constitution and its influence on Supreme Court decisions
  • Compare the structures and procedures of national, state, and local governments in the United States
  • Describe the historical development of civil rights and liberties protected by the United States Constitution
  • Demonstrate an understanding of contemporary issues in world affairs and evaluate the role and impact of United States foreign policy
  • Identify current United States political processes, policies, and issues

Contents:

Semester A Semester B
Module 1: Political Theory and the U.S. Constitution Module 4: Three Branches of Government
Module 2: The Constitution Module 5: Government Policies
Module 3: The Federalist System Module 6:  The Political Process

Grading Scale                                                                                    

A = 90-100%                                                                          

B = 80-89%                                                                            

C = 70-79%                                                                                                                   

D = 60-69%                                                                           

F = under 59%

Grade Weighting

Quizzes…………………….....  40%

Written Assignments..... 30%

Final Exam ……………….....  30%

                                        100%

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