Format
1. The program will begin with students offering suggestions about what roles the President fulfills and how it may compare to the roles of a parent or teacher.
2. Students will explore the roles of the president through analyzing primary sources such as video clips and photographs.
3. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the roles of the President through discussion and a quiz.
4. Students will express opinions about which role they consider most important.
5. Time will be allowed for questions and answers.
Objectives
1. Students will record the roles of the President by analyzing primary sources.
2. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the roles of the President through a quiz.
3. Students will develop opinions about the roles of the President.
Standards Alignment
National Standards
NSS-C.5-12.3 Principles of Democracy
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.6-8.RH.1 Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of primary and secondary sources.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.6-8.RH.9 Analyze the relationship between a primary and secondary source on the same topic.
NCSS- 6-12. b-c: explain the purpose of government; give examples of how the government does or does not provide for the wants and needs of people, establish order and security, and manage conflict.