Government
OverviewThe understanding of the American system of government history and functions is essential for all citizens. Fortunately, the American government is one of the most fascinating and interesting topics in the world.
First Semester Units
1. Foundation of American Government
2. Political Behavior
3. Legislative Branch
Second Semester Units
1. Executive Branch
2. Judicial Branch
3. Comparative Political & Economic Systems
4. Participating in State & Local Government
Each student will have a binder and will bring it each day to class. This is not negotiable. During each unit students will use the binder to organize their notes, handouts, quizzes, and other course material in preparation for the exam. The binder is each student’s study guide for the chapter, unit and semester exams. Completion of the binder is not negotiable. There will be binder checks periodically.
AssessmentStudents will be assessed by exams at the end of each chapter, unit, and a semester exam. In addition there will be individual projects throughout the semester that will be graded. All quizzes, handouts, etc. will not be graded. The purpose of the material given before the exam is in preparation for the exam. What I am looking for is how well each student is able to take in the knowledge and express it in the form of an exam or project.
Dorchester Public Schools
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