American Government is a course designed to acquaint students with the origins, concepts, organizations, and policies of the United States government and political system.
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
Analyze the formation, concepts, and components of the United States Constitution.
Explore America’s political culture and examine the traits and beliefs of the American voter.
Identify America’s major political parties, the core beliefs, and the impact special interest groups can have on their actions.
Analyze the organization and purpose of the Legislative, Executive, and Judicial branches of government.
Investigate the modern media and its impact on public opinion.
Examine the concepts of civil rights and civil liberties and their impact on American society.
- Teacher: Barbara Williamson-Holley