Government Close Up, Quarter 2

District 11 Educational Support Services
Social Studies

Government Close Up, Quarter 2

Course Number: SS.GVCLOSE

Overview
This class will provide on-site study in Washington, D.C., of the organization and political processes of the government of the United States. Students will examine major social, political and economic issues and become familiar with the responsibilities and opportunities of citizenship in a democratic society..

Prerequisite: Teacher recommendation/parent and student agreement to code of conduct and cost
Course Length: 2 Period Length: 1 Grade Level: 9-12 Credit per Semester: 0.5
Additional Credit Information: Credit per Semester: 0.5 (Humanities or Elective)

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

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

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