AMERICAN GOVERNMENT

Grade: 11

Credit: 0.5 unit
Required course for all 11th grade students
PREREQUISITE: None

NOTE: High School Graduation Requirement, also offered through R-7 Online Academy

The class provides a foundational understanding of the principles, processes, 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, Supreme Court cases, and other laws and policies. Expectations will be to read text and supplementary material; practice historical thinking skills; take class lecture notes; complete study guides and make reports; construct historical timelines; complete map exercises; interpret historical documents, graphs, and charts; engage in class discussions and simulations; and analyze historical photos and videos.