Lesson on Friday, November 2, 2018 (L47)

Aim: How is the Executive Branch of the U.S. designed?  

Bell Ringer: Current Events (CNN10) 

Objectives: 

1. 1. Students will analyze the structures, functions, and processes of the executive branch as described in Article II of the Constitution. 

Agenda: 

1. 1. Bell Ringer (10 min) 

2. 2. Filing (Portfolio Update) (10 min) 

3. 3. Read from the Presidential Elections episode on BP: "Way Back When" packet. (10/15 min) 

4. 4. Analyze the reasons for the electoral college and the pros and cons of continuing to use it. (Write pros and cons on the board in a T-Chart) (10 min) 

5. 5. Have students debate their views in a whole group discussion about the electoral college and its efficacy. (10 min) 

6. 6. Journal 39 – Should the United States continue to use the Electoral College? Why or why not? (rest of class) 
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Home Learning: Complete Journal 39
Complete Presidential Powers Chart and Presidential Public Policy Meme/Political Cartoon are due on Monday, November 5, 2018.