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Social Studies

 

US Government & Politics 2 AP, Quarter 1

Course Number: SS.USGV2AP

 
 Overview
This course introduces the central features of United States politics and government. By completing this course, students will be able to understand the foundations of United States government, identify the institutions within the structure of the United States government, analyze the relationship between such institutions, and appreciate the role of government in American development. While this is not a history course, focus will be on changes in government institutions and political processes over time because much of today’s politics is difficult to decipher unless this historical context is understood. Students completing this course should be able to better analyze the key issues that confront any participant in day-to-day politics.

Prerequisite: US Government & Politics AP
Course Length: 2   Period Length: 1   Grade Level: 9-12  Credit per Semester: 1
Additional Credit Information: 1.0 (Elective)     

 
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Standards

Enduring Understandings - important ideas that students should carry with them years beyond the instruction received this year.

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Essential Questions - most important “big picture” questions students should be able to answer after completing learning activities.

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Sample Units

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