Lesson Plan American Government

Teacher : Covey/Spencer/Wiggins

Course/ Subject:  9th Grade American Government

Date: 

12/2/24

Opening

(I Do)

Standard: SSCG10d

Learning Targets:

I can explain our process of electing the President of the United States according to the 12th Amendment and the role the 23rd Amendment plays in the process.

Success Criteria:

I can explain the 12th Amendment.

I can explain the ticket process for electing the President and Vice-President prior to the passing of the 12th Amendment.

I can explain the ticket process for electing the President and Vice-President after the passing of the 12th Amendment.

I can explain what happens if there is a tie in the Electoral College.

I can explain what happens if no candidate receives at least 26 votes in the House of Representatives.

I can explain how the number of electors is determined for each state.

I can explain how the electors choose the candidate.

I can explain when, where, and how the formal election of the President and Vice President take place.

I can explain the 23rd Amendment and the role it plays in the election process.

Introduction/Connection: 

CNN 10

Direct Instruction:

Google Slides with Video lecture

Illustrated Notes

Work Period

(You do/We do)

Guided Practice:  

One pager to complete with Google Slides

Independent/Collaborative Practice/Differentiation:

Note Cards

Pod Quiz

Quick Quiz

Illustrated Learning Sheet

Closing  (We Check)

Introduction/Connection: 

CNN 10