The U.S. Government course provides students with multiple opportunities to develop an analytical perspective on government and politics in the United States, to develop civic commitment and capacity, and to build a well-informed, thoughtful response to the course question: What is the proper role of government in a democracy? This question will be used iteratively throughout the course. Students return to it frequently, revising and deepening their understanding and responses in light of the concepts they are learning such as the foundation of U.S. government, political beliefs/behaviors, elections and voting, and policymaking institutions. This course includes both the study of general concepts used to interpret U.S. politics and the analysis of specific examples.
Curriculum Guide 2020-2021
