US Government Assignments
- Instructor
- Mr. Andy Owens
- Term
- Spring 2020
- Department
- Social Studies
Upcoming Assignments
No upcoming assignments.
Past Assignments
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Complete your CAP Slideshow and be prepared to share your findings.
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Here are the codes to join my Google Classroom all activities and information will be posted there going forward - please email Mr. Owens is you have any problems or questions ([email protected]):
Period 1: h55ut2y
Period 4: qm4kb2s
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Complete your CAP Project Civic Action phase by Friday April 10th.
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Here are the codes to join my Google Classroom all activities and information will be posted there going forward - please email Mr. Owens is you have any problems or questions ([email protected]):
Period 1: h55ut2y
Period 4: qm4kb2s
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Here are the codes to join my Google Classroom all activities and information will be posted there going forward - please email Mr. Owens is you have any problems or questions ([email protected]):
Period 1: h55ut2y
Period 4: qm4kb2s
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I will post more soon but in the meantime here my 1970s Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0HJBB8AB6bSgVyRbrTjy61?si=KleI-7KFQi-3wGw0T36QEA
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AGENDA FRIDAY March 20, 2020
Remember you can contact me any time via email at: [email protected]
1. Do Now #6: (Sorry I accidentally repeated #5) Instead how are you feeling overall after this week? What questions do you have going forward?
2. Work on your CAP Project
2. Share your CAP Project Adjusted Plan/Actions: Due today by 3pm - your group (one member per group) needs to share with Mr. Owens (via shared Google doc or email) what you adjusted CAP Project plan is - what you have done, what you planned on doing that you still can do, what you no longer will be able to do, and your alternate plan. This needs to be a minimum of one detailed paragraph.
CAP PROJECT PRESENTATION GUIDELINES
- Research the causes and the history of the problem/issue (you will need to cite your sources). Analyze the issue, and provide multiple perspectives on the problem and potential solutions.
- Prepare a presentation/lesson that you will be teaching to the class that includes: A brief History of the problem, multiple perspectives, but mostly focuses on your proposed solution and action plan.
- SLIDESHOW PRESENTATION ELEMENTS:
- Requirements: Visuals– the presentations should contain a lot of images and visuals – bullet points (no paragraphs or long passages of text, 20 Point Font size minimum) it is also recommended to include a video clip either that you produced (up to 5 minutes) or that you found on the internet during your research (no more than 3 minutes)
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- Introduction: Introduce the problem or issue (1+ slides)
- History of the problem or the issue (1+ slides)
- Multiple Perspectives on the problem or the issue (1+ slides)
- Group Proposed Solution(s) (1+ slides)
- Actions (3+ slides)– describe in detail what you did or intended to do how it went or what you hoped to accomplish – how effective were the responses, what obstacles did you have to overcome
- Going forward (1 to 2 slides) – what can and should happen regarding the issue/problem in the future
- Each member of the group must participate in the creation of the project and speak during the presentation – speaking time should be relatively balanced.
- Presentations should be between 10-15 minutes and well rehearsed (you will lose points if it is less than the time limit)
- You will be evaluated by Mr. Owens
- You must use a minimum of 4 sources in your research & recommended that 1 of these sources is an interview, and the sources must be listed on an Annotated Bibliography (list of sources with a brief description of each source – a sample will be provided).
- Presentations are Due May 1stand presentation will take place the week of Monday May 4ththrough May 8th.
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***PLEASE COMPLETE THIS SURVEY on the link below if you haven't already done so - we need to know who is accessing the lessons and who isn't - if you already did you don't need to today. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSepzhjmhILOqkOqyUE7vCqCiXRDEnlLo8iTcNIBCU8Zrf754A/viewform?usp=sf_link
Remember you can contact me any time via email at: [email protected]
AGENDA Thursday March 19, 2020
1. Do Now #5: (if you don't have your composition book just use a separate piece of paper) What are 3 positive goals that you hope to accomplish on what is likely to be your strangest and most surreal Spring Break ever?
2. Continued from Wednesday: Download the document below on Money in Politics "See Mean Matter" (Doc or PDF) - Read the 10 documents provided on the document complete the chart on the first 2 pages in detail. Be prepared to turn in the activity when we return from break.
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AGENDA Wednesday March 18, 2020
1. Please complete this survey if you did not yesterday - if you already did you don't need to today.
Remember you can contact me any time via email at: [email protected]
2. Do Now #4: (if you don't have your composition book just use a separate piece of paper) What is your opinion of the government response to the COVID-19 outbreak - (president, Congress, Governor, local government, school?)
3. For today and Thursday: Download the document below on Money in Politics "See Mean Matter" (Doc or PDF) - Read the 10 documents provided on the document complete the chart on the first 2 pages in detail. Be prepared to turn in the activity when we return from break.
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AGENDA TUESDAY MARCH 17, 2020 - Happy St. Patty's Day
1. PLEASE COMPLETE THIS QUICK SURVEY: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSepzhjmhILOqkOqyUE7vCqCiXRDEnlLo8iTcNIBCU8Zrf754A/viewform?usp=sf_link
2. Contact your group members and make adjustments to your CAP Project. You can continue or expand your research and adjust your actions online interviews or surveys. You can begin organizing and preparing for the Slideshow Presentations - see guidelines detailed on the handout and included below.
3. CAP Project Adjusted Plan/Actions: Due this Friday March 20th - your group (one member) needs to share with Mr. Owens (via shared Google doc or email) what you adjusted CAP Project plan is - what you have done, what you planned on doing that you still can do, what you no longer will be able to do, and your alternate plan. This needs to be a minimum of one detailed paragraph.
CAP PROJECT PRESENTATION GUIDELINES
- Research the causes and the history of the problem/issue (you will need to cite your sources). Analyze the issue, and provide multiple perspectives on the problem and potential solutions.
- Prepare a presentation/lesson that you will be teaching to the class that includes: A brief History of the problem, multiple perspectives, but mostly focuses on your proposed solution and action plan.
- SLIDESHOW PRESENTATION ELEMENTS:
- Requirements: Visuals– the presentations should contain a lot of images and visuals – bullet points (no paragraphs or long passages of text, 20 Point Font size minimum) it is also recommended to include a video clip either that you produced (up to 5 minutes) or that you found on the internet during your research (no more than 3 minutes)
- SLIDES:
- Introduction: Introduce the problem or issue (1+ slides)
- History of the problem or the issue (1+ slides)
- Multiple Perspectives on the problem or the issue (1+ slides)
- Group Proposed Solution(s) (1+ slides)
- Actions (3+ slides)– describe in detail what you did or intended to do how it went or what you hoped to accomplish – how effective were the responses, what obstacles did you have to overcome
- Going forward (1 to 2 slides) – what can and should happen regarding the issue/problem in the future
- Each member of the group must participate in the creation of the project and speak during the presentation – speaking time should be relatively balanced.
- Presentations should be between 10-15 minutes and well rehearsed (you will lose points if it is less than the time limit)
- You will be evaluated by Mr. Owens
- You must use a minimum of 4 sources in your research & recommended that 1 of these sources is an interview, and the sources must be listed on an Annotated Bibliography (list of sources with a brief description of each source – a sample will be provided).
- Presentations are Due May 1stand presentation will take place the week of Monday May 4ththrough May 8th.
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Good Morning - throughout the week I will post daily agendas and updates. Please email me at [email protected] if you have any questions.
AGENDA MARCH 16, 2020
1. For those of you that were absent on Friday - I collected the Knock Down the House video questions - if you missed any part of the film it is available on Netflix. If you haven't turned it in you have 3 options: 1. If typed in Google Docs share it with me 2. If a hard copy scan or take a photo and email it to me. 3. Turn in the hard copy when we return.
2. On Friday we also worked on the activity "Who is Representing Me?" using the website: www.govtrack.us and you can work on completing the activity today. When you click on the link type in your address to find your representative. On the dropdown menu click on California to answer most questions - click on "Senate" tab and "House of Representatives" tab and the Map to answer the specific questions.
3. Contact your CAP Project group members and discuss how you can or need to adjust your potential actions if not completed - what can you do differently under the extreme circumstances due to COVID-19? You can still conduct surveys, contact government leaders, online petitions, conduct research, put together a website, or an informational slideshow.
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1. Complete and turn in the Unit 2 Do Nows:
# 1: What the most important traits and qualities for the “ideal” president?
#2: Now that the impeachment is over do you think it will help or hurt Trump’s chances of getting reelected? At this point do you think Trump will win or lose in November? Explain.
#3: If you could vote for any of the current candidates for president who would you support at this point? Explain why.
#4 Take the Presidential Quiz at isidewith.com & explain which presidential candidate was your top match and your bottom match. Explain your thoughts on the results.
#5 : Based on your current understanding – what were the most significant factors that led to Trump getting elected president in 2016? Explain.
#6: Based on your current understanding how does the Electoral College work? How can a candidate (like Trump in 2016) lose the national popular vote but still win the presidency?
#7: Who is the best president in American history in your opinion? Explain.
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Prepare for an in-class DBQ on the Electoral College - you may use your DBQ packet (should be completed) and the graphic organizer.
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Study for the Unit 2 Exam on the President/Executive Branch (30 combined multiple choice and matching).
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Here is the link for the "Illuminate" Assessment that we need to complete by the end of Tuesday (should only take about 5 minutes).
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Conduct Research on your CAP Project to become experts on your issue and shape effective action(s). Use the following template to record your research and sources.
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Friday we will have a timed writing paragraph on the question: Of the current candidates, who do you think should win the 2020 Presidential Election. Explain your reasoning.
Requirements:
1. Clear topic sentence that serves as a thesis.
2. A minimum of 3 reasons why you support the candidate of your choosing - be specific and use evidence.
3. A concluding sentence that addresses the likelihood of the candidate winning in 2020
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Watch tonight's Democratic Primary Nevada Debate at 6pm on NBC or MSNBC to help prepare for tomorrow's in-class Mock Primary election and caucus. You can also stream it at: NBCNews.com
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Hello class - my twin daughters are out sick from school so dad is being their "Valentine" and staying home to take care of them. You can email me if you have any questions. Please be productive.
1. Research your chosen candidate for the Presidential Primary and Election activity. Slides should contain bulleted points (no smaller than 20 point font) and images - no paragraphs.
All groups need to have:
1. A slide show that includes images, a bio and experience
2. A slide (or 2), policies (domestic & foreign),
3. social media- slogans & quotes and a link to a 30 second to 1 minute campaign ad
4. biggest strengths/reasons why they should be elected.
***Also a poster or video or audio ad that you create is now OPTIONAL for bonus points***
Prepare your presentation with your group and be ready for Tuesday.
2. You can also work on conducting research for your CAP project.
Here are some helpful websites:
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Click on this link and take the Presidential Election survey https://www.isidewith.com
and answer the following as Do Now#4 Which candidates were your top three matches when you completed the survey? Did this surprise you at all? Which candidate or candidates were your worst match? Reaction?
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Complete the CAP Action Chart and Paragraph Proposal - turn in one copy per group on Monday 2/10
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Monday we will be conducting a Voting Forum and students will have the opportunity to register or pre-register to vote (if under 18). You will need the following: Date of Birth, Driver's license or California ID # (if you don't have either you can fill out a longer application) and or the last 4 digits of your Social Security number.
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Complete this Impeachment Activity using the pdf and the link below. Due Thursday.
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Here are the Unit 1 Do Now's due by Monday:
DO Now #1 :
What is the purpose of government? Why do we need a goverment?
DO NOW#2:
What are the qualities actions that make some a "good citizen"?
1.Do Now #3: What are examples of “civic action” and of ways that young people can change society?
Do Now#4: What does the system of checks and balances mean? What is the purpose of this system & what checks do each branch have on the other?
Do Now#5: What are the positives and negatives of group projects? What are some problems you have had in the past? What are ways to avoid problems and conflict with a group project?
Do Now #6 – What are the positive and negative aspects of a democracy? At CCHS we call ourselves a “Democracy School” – to what extent is this an accurate or inaccurate label?
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Review for the Unit 1 Exam on Government Foundations and the Constitution. It will consist of matching, multiple choice, and a writing portion (short-answer or paragraph).
I will also collect the Unit 1 Do Nows on Friday (due by Monday).
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Due Wednesday (1 per each group) write a detailed paragraph (shared in Google Doc form or a typed printed copy) for your CAP Topic Proposal that includes your reasoning why your group chose the particular topic that you did. Also turn in the Group Contract passed out in class on Monday. You should consider the following questions in your proposal:
Why are you interested in the particular issue? How does this issue affects other people in our community? Why is the issue important? What are some potential Civic Action ideas that could address or help work toward solving the issue?
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Review for a brief mini-quiz (10 questions) on the powers and checks of the 3 Branches of Government.
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Pick your CAP Project Groups (2-4 people) and your topic by Friday 1/24.
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Here is a link to the National Constitution Center website:
Also a pdf version of the US Constitution is attached. Use either to answer the Constitution Questions due Wednesday (Thursday and Friday are okay too).
We will also have a brief quiz on the powers of the 3 Branches of the Federal Government - you can use the 3 Branches of Government PDF to review - for Friday.
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For period 4 for Wednesday since we had the Senior Photo last Friday.
CAP Intro: Take a quick photo, find an image, or sketch an image of something that you see throughout your day that represents something you can improve or imagine a positive or beautiful alternative. It can be in any location - school, community, home, wherever. Be ready to present/share the image and the issue with your classmates on Friday.
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Complete the "Get Angry Pamphlet" by Friday.
Please return your signed syllabus slip by Friday.
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Here is the link to the iCivics Quiz: https://civicsquiz.com
Click on the "20 Questions US Civics Quiz" and take the quiz. Record how many you answered correctly.