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Learn About Congress: Interactive Learning Modules - 4 views

congress.indiana.edu/...launcher.htm

constructivist interactive Congress government

shared by Elliot Borg on 04 Oct 10 - Cached
  • module allows you to c
  • the typical textbook process with the more realistic "dynamic" process, and you will see how our untidy process
  • has produced solid results
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  • This module illustrates ways in which Americans can participate in the democratic process, and highlights individuals who have made a difference by getting involved
    • Elliot Borg
      Elliot Borg on 04 Oct 10
       
      Many of these links correspond with instructional goals. Social studies classes are supposed to make students into informed citizens, so teachers could find "The importance of civic participation" very useful.
    • Elliot Borg
      Elliot Borg on 04 Oct 10
       
      I would find this site very useful for teaching an American government class. It is a useful supplementary site to show how our principles of government as found in the Constitution manifest themselves today.
  • Developed for students as well as the general public, these interactive learning activities are designed to give you a fresh perspective on how the United States Congress works, your role in the process, and peoples' perceptions about Congress. To open the modules, click the graphic.
    • Elliot Borg
      Elliot Borg on 04 Oct 10
       
      This site provides links to other organizations or foundations that have created lessons. They also have state standards and lesson plans for teachers to use as guides.
  • Elliot Borg on 04 Oct 10
     
    This site explores various aspects of current political life (E.g. criticism of Congress, how Congressional members decide to vote, how the legislative process works, etc) via interactive links for students to explore for themselves
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