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Adult education government simulations
Articles of Confederation Pizza Topping Challenge
Students who are in 13 groups will try to choose 3 toppings on a pizza while they are operating under the same rules as the Confederate Congress did. They will find that choosing a pizza with 3 toppings that is agreeable to the rest of the class is nearly impossible while still representing the rest of the student body. Students will draw comparisons to the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation at the end. Use it to introduce the Articles or after for students to understand its problems
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
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Engaging Sociology Simulation! (Activity, worksheets, directions, suggestions)
I believe this to be the best lesson I have ever created! I hope you enjoy it, too.It includes a slideshow to guide students through the 4 day simulation, 4 worksheets (1:1/Google compatible), a teacher instruction guide, and a printable map of the hypothetical island.The simulation asks students, divided into life rafts, to crash land on an island and attempt to start a society from scratch. Who will govern? What will the rules be? How are they enforced? Who enforces them? How will students res
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Psychology Full Course Bundle- Everything you need for an engaging year!
Stamp Act Activity
This simulation is awesome. Teach kids about the benefit of uniting together for a common cause "peacefully." Teach them about ways of standing up for their rights. This activity will enhance their learning experience outside of the classroom. Your students will learn that there is strength when they are united, they are going to learn correct ways of protesting (Petitions, Peaceful Protests, Etc.). They are going to value one another's opinion. See what they can come up with. Collaborate
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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The Bill of Rights Booklet Project (Google Comp.)
The Bill of Rights Booklet Project Is your class learning about the Constitution and the Bill of Rights?In the Bill of Rights Booklet Project, students are tasked with working for the department of immigration and are tasked with creating a handbook for all new citizens of the United States. The handbook will serve as a guide for the citizens to understand and interpret their rights as American citizens. This booklet is a great way for students to fully comprehend the first ten amendments and un
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: The Bill of Rights Mini-Unit
Mock Congress Project Activity - Legislative Branch (Google Comp.)
Legislative Branch Mock Congress Project The mock congress project is a great way for students to understand the inner workings of the legislative branch and the process of how a bill becomes a law. This project can take anywhere from 5 – 11 days depending on how in-depth your class may want to take the project and how long your class periods are. Students are assigned to groups as legislators, placed in committees, and responsible for drafting a bill and attempting to create a law. Students wil
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: The Legislative Branch / Congress Unit Plan (Google Compatible)
Presidential Elections Simulation
This is a fun project! I even make it a competition to see who can get elected by their class (sometimes I give the winners prizes, which gets the students even more pumped up to work hard!). The Mock Presidential Elections are meant to split students up into campaign groups, giving each student a specific responsibility that basically entails preparing their candidates for an exciting campaign. The handout includes the following: 1. A simulation overview, including what each person's role entai
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Amendment Process Game
Help your students learn the Amendment Process using this fun simulation! In this activity, students will work with in collaborative groups to review and pass propositions for their state constituents. The group that gets the closest to their initial goals wins the game. Students will first watch a brief video explaining the amendment process, then they will begin the game to get first hand experience in how the amendment process works. Working in collaborative groups, students will get to know
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Jellybean Feudalism Simulation / Role-play
BEST-SELLER! 45 copies sold as of February 23, 2024!Use this fun, hands-on, and engaging activity to introduce your students to the concept of feudalism!Includes:Comprehensive set of step-by-step instructions to guide you and your class through the simulation from start to finishRole-cardsPost-simulation quiz & discussion questions (with key)If you find / found this resource to be useful, a quick review / rating is always greatly appreciated! TPT also offers store credit to users who leave
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Bureaucracy Stations Activity - Executive Branch (Google Comp.)
The Bureaucracy Stations ActivityDuring the Bureaucracy Stations Activity, students will rotate in small groups around a room to gather information from the attached pages and websites to fill out the questions in their “Bureaucracy Stations Activity” worksheet. Stations include video links, graphs, political cartoons, image analysis, and close reading activities. This hands-on and interactive lesson allows for student movement around the classroom while engaging in learning about government. Th
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: The Executive Branch Unit Plan (Google Compatible)
A New Nation - All-Inclusive Unit Bundle
This all-inclusive bundle is the perfect resource for your New Nation Unit. In this unit, students will learn how America's early leaders created the documents and policies that still guide American politics and foreign policies. This unit includes engaging simulations, class debates, group projects, primary and secondary source analysis, competitive games, and written assessments with rubrics.A New Nation - Unit Bundle includes:- A New Nation - Unit Plan, Student Handout, President Introduction
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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*Roman Republic Simulation*
The Roman Republic Simulation is an immersive way for students to learn about the structure of Roman government during the Republic phase, discover the nuances of the Roman social classes, and participate in an election to nominate and vote for Representatives from their peers to make decisions for the class during the simulation. The elected representatives will lead the class in making decisions regarding both domestic and foreign issues during the various rounds of the simulation. At the en
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Full Mock Congress Curriculum + Discount Code for Article 1 App
This is a full curriculum for running a Mock Congress in your classroom, complete with resources for differentiation. Great for grades 5-12. For use with the Article 1 platform.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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US Government BUNDLE: 3 Branches Projects | Over 20% discount!!!
3 projects included: one for each branch of government (Legislative, Executive and Judicial)! And the best part is, they are all NO PREP REQUIRED!!! Simply print (or assign online) and go!LegislativeA fun and educational simulation activity for a US Government Legislative Branch unit! Here, students will understand how a bill becomes a law by immersing themselves in the legislative process! In groups, students will create a bill based on a societal need, then pitch it to their classmates (Congre
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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President Jefferson's Embargo Act Simulation
In this FUN and engaging activity, students simulate President Jefferson’s Embargo Act to better understand the effects of the act on the American economy. In this simulation, students are split into 4 groups: Great Britain and France, Ships, Producers, and Citizens. Each group is given a specific shopping list of items they need to sell or purchase from the other groups. Their goal is to purchase all of the items on their shopping list, or as much as you can at least. The group who gets the clo
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: A New Nation - All-Inclusive Unit Bundle
The Monroe Doctrine - The World Summit Simulation
If you are looking for a fun way to engage your students in learning bout the events leading up to the development of the Monroe Doctrine, this simulation activity is for you! In this cooperative learning simulation, students will take on the roles of world leaders in order to host a World Summit to address the question "Should the United States do something to support the new Latin American nations? If so, what?" Students will engage in critical thinking to develop a plan of action for their a
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: A New Nation - All-Inclusive Unit Bundle
A Bug's Life AP Microeconomics Film Analysis
Product Description: A Bug's Life Microeconomics Movie GuideAre you searching for an engaging and educational way to teach microeconomic concepts to your students? Look no further than our meticulously crafted A Bug's Life Microeconomics Movie Guide!This comprehensive resource is designed to captivate students' attention while reinforcing key AP Microeconomics principles through the lens of the beloved animated film A Bug's Life. With 20 thought-provoking short-answer questions, this guide promp
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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A Bug's Life Macroeconomics Film Analysis
Assignment: A Bug's Life - Macroeconomics AnalysisInstructions: Watch the film A Bug's Life and answer the following short-answer questions applying the concepts of AP Macroeconomics. Each question should be answered concisely, with references to specific scenes or plot points from the movie.Define the concept of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and identify an example from the film.How does the grasshoppers' demand for food from the ant colony impact the aggregate demand in the movie?Explain how Ho
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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U.S. Government & Politics Type of Interest Groups Powerpoint Notes Simulation
U.S. Government & Politics Type of Interest Groups Powerpoint, Notes, Simulation Activityincludes:34 engaging slides with a bell ringer, think about it question, think pair share, stopping points for videos (links in the note section), and 5 question review quiz with answers at the end.Powerpoint and notes fully editable to suit your needsIncludes Guided Notes---GREAT FOR ELD OR SPECIAL LEARNERSIt is fully editable and usable for both in class and online learning.U.S. Government & Politi
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
Exploring Free Speech Rights in Education: A Comparative Case Study Activity
Exploring Free Speech Rights in Education: A Comparative Case Study ActivityDescription: Our "Exploring Free Speech Rights in Education" activity engages students in an in-depth analysis of landmark Supreme Court cases related to students' free speech rights in educational settings. Through this activity, students will delve into cases such as Tinker v. Des Moines, Bethel School District v. Fraser, Morse v. Frederick, and Hazelwood School District v. Kuhlmeier. By examining the facts, arguments,
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Supreme Court Simulation Project (Google Comp)
Supreme Court Simulation Project Is your class learning about the judicial branch and the supreme court of the United States?In this simulation activity, students will play the roles of Supreme Court Justices, attorneys, and journalists who will work together on a real-life Supreme Court case, Tinker vs. Des Moines. The attorneys will play the role of representing each side of the case, the justices will play the role of the nine current supreme court justices, and the journalists will play the
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: The Judicial Branch Unit Plan (Google Compatible)
Did My Bill Pass? – A Model Legislature
Hot off the press and updated for the 118th Congress (January 2023), your class can have fun being Congress!This activity gives your students the chance to be Congress while watching the actual Congress at work.I’ve used the newly apportioned House districts (after the 2020 census) and the current line-up of Democrats and Republicans in the House and Senate so your class can closely approximate the makeup of the actual Congress.The students elect congressional leaders, represent regions of the U
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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PARLIMENTARY PROCEDURE TRIAL
Looking for a fun twist on your Parli Pro Unit? This is a great unit that is fun and allows students to demonstrate some of those Parli Pro skills. My students lacked enthusiasm and struggled to think of good discussions during our Parli Pro unit. So I decided to give them something to discuss. First, read through the play and learn all about Mr. Wolf and his friends and what crimes they have committed. My students loved acting out these characters and pretending they were witnesses. Then turn i
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Alien and Sedition Acts - A Censorship Simulation
Teach your students about the frustration caused by government censorship! In this engaging simulation activity, your students will experience first hand what it is like to have your opinions censored by the government. First, the teacher will introduce some new "rules" designed to support their learning. Then, students will be given a chance to petition the new rules with their suggestions, all while being "censored" by the teacher. Finally, students will compare their censorship experience wit
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: A New Nation - All-Inclusive Unit Bundle
Group Project: Exploring the Bill of Rights
**Product Description: "Bill of Rights Exploration Kit for Teachers"**Are you searching for an engaging and comprehensive way to teach your students about the Bill of Rights? Look no further! Our "Bill of Rights Exploration Kit for Teachers" is a carefully curated resource designed to make the learning experience not only educational but also exciting for your students. This kit is perfect for history, government, and civics classes, providing a hands-on and collaborative approach to understandi
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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