USG.SS.13.C
Describe the voter registration process and the criteria for voting in elections.
United States Government · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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voter registration processcriteriavotingelections
Skills
- describe (the voter registration process) #dok2
- identify (criteria for voting in elections) #dok1
- explain (the requirements for voting in elections) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can identify the basic criteria required for voting in elections. #dok1
- I can describe the steps involved in the voter registration process. #dok2
- I can explain how voter registration requirements impact the ability to vote in elections. #dok2
Big Ideas
- Civic participation begins with understanding and engaging in the voter registration process.
- Access to voting in elections is determined by specific criteria and requirements.
Essential Questions
- What are the basic requirements for registering to vote in the United States?
- How does the voter registration process work at the local, state, and national levels?
- Why is it important to have criteria for voting in elections?
- How do changes to voter registration laws affect who can vote in elections?
- What barriers might exist that could prevent eligible citizens from registering to vote?