American Government, SS51
Welcome to American Government. Please take a few moments to read our syllabus and course description.
Course Description: This course is required for graduation! The fundamentals of government on the national, state and local levels will be examined, including the three branches of government, rights and responsibilities of American citizenship, and the development and role of political parties.
Textbook: Magruder's American Government, Prentice-Hall Edition.
Course Objectives:
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Analyze and evaluate basic political theories and concepts.
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Investigate the historical roots of the American government system.
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Analyze the United States Constitution.
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Examine the major electoral processes of government.
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Investigate the Executive Branch.
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Investigate the Legislative Branch.
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Investigate the Judicial Branch.
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Examine Arizona Government and how it relates to U.S. government.