Mrs. Cornay

Civics

What is Civics?

Civics is the study of citizenship and government. Highlighted areas will be the three branches of the federal government, the Constitution, political parties and elections, as well as state and local government. Civics will be taught in the ninth grade for a full term(18 weeks) which will allow for in depth instruction in the government and citizenship. This course is required for graduation.

Texts: Civics-Governement and Economics in Action, Pearson Prentice Hall, 2005

Themes to be studied

• Citizenship

• Foundations of American Government

• Three Branches of Government

• State and local government

• Elections

• Civil and Criminal Law

• Foreign Policy

Expections

Regular attendance

Come to class on time wil ALL materials

Complete all assignments and be prepared to discuss in call

Assignments are to be turned in on time

Any students caught cheating( includes doing homework during class time) will recieve a zero for that assignment, a displine referral, and parents will be notified.

All rules and provisions of the school handbook will be enforced.

Teaching methods

• Lecture

• Individual reading & writing assignments

• Cooperative/ Group learning

• Videos

• Projects

Career Possibilities

1. Business

2. Politics

3. Law

4. History

5. Journalism

6. Education

Evaluations:

Tests: 60%

Vocabulary Quizzes: 40%

Assignments: 40%

UN Project: 60%

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