In this unit we will learn about different types of government and where examples can be found around the world.
8-17: Students will discover for themselves how humans form governments and what kind of government options are available to human society.
Bellringer-none
Activity 1- Survivor Island simulation
Activity 2- Discuss Survivor Island simulation
8/17: We will analyze the advantages and disadvantages of different types of government. (Civics Standards 4.f)
Bellringer-Unit Goals Sheet
Activity 1-Read Comparative Governments powerpoint and complete note outline
Activity 2-discuss advantages and disadvantages of different types of governments
8-21-8/23: We will learn about the major types of government around the world and where they can be found. (Civics standards 4.f)
Bellringer-complete government grid
Activity 1- discuss advantages and disadvantages of different types of governments
Activity 2- In small groups, create a nation. It must include a name, flag, map, and description of the type of government it has. Description must include advantages and disadvantages of your particular type of government.
8:24: Students will demonstrate their understanding of the different types of governments. (Civics standards 4.f)
Bellringer-none
Activity 1- quiz on comparative systems
8-28: Students will demonstrate understanding of their chosen system of government. (Civics standards 4.f)
Bellringer-finish up projects
Activity 1-present projects to class
8-17: Students will discover for themselves how humans form governments and what kind of government options are available to human society.
Bellringer-none
Activity 1- Survivor Island simulation
Activity 2- Discuss Survivor Island simulation
8/17: We will analyze the advantages and disadvantages of different types of government. (Civics Standards 4.f)
Bellringer-Unit Goals Sheet
Activity 1-Read Comparative Governments powerpoint and complete note outline
Activity 2-discuss advantages and disadvantages of different types of governments
8-21-8/23: We will learn about the major types of government around the world and where they can be found. (Civics standards 4.f)
Bellringer-complete government grid
Activity 1- discuss advantages and disadvantages of different types of governments
Activity 2- In small groups, create a nation. It must include a name, flag, map, and description of the type of government it has. Description must include advantages and disadvantages of your particular type of government.
8:24: Students will demonstrate their understanding of the different types of governments. (Civics standards 4.f)
Bellringer-none
Activity 1- quiz on comparative systems
8-28: Students will demonstrate understanding of their chosen system of government. (Civics standards 4.f)
Bellringer-finish up projects
Activity 1-present projects to class