USH.SS.31.A
Explain governmental and democratic processes such as voting, due process, and caucuses using simulations and models.
United States History Studies Since 1877 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2010
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governmental processesdemocratic processesvotingdue processcaucusessimulationsmodels
Skills
- explain (governmental and democratic processes) #dok2
- use (simulations and models to demonstrate processes) #dok3
- describe (key elements of voting, due process, and caucuses) #dok1
- simulate (democratic processes through role-play or models) #dok3
Learning Targets
- I can describe key elements of voting, due process, and caucuses. #dok1
- I can explain governmental and democratic processes such as voting, due process, and caucuses. #dok2
- I can use simulations and models to demonstrate voting, due process, and caucus procedures. #dok3
- I can simulate a democratic process through role-play or models to show my understanding. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Democratic and governmental processes like voting, due process, and caucuses are foundational to American government and citizenship.
- Hands-on experiences using simulations and models help students deepen their understanding of how government processes work in practice.
Essential Questions
- What are the key steps involved in voting, due process, and caucuses?
- How do governmental and democratic processes shape participation and fairness in society?
- Why is it important to understand and simulate processes like voting and due process?
- How do simulations and models help us better understand complex government procedures?
- In what ways do these processes impact everyday life for citizens in the United States?