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Two's company, three's a crowd. High school historians learn about the Electoral College, a two-party, winner-take-all voting system in the United States. The lesson explains the pros and cons of the two-party system, roadblocks for third parties, and how the Electrical College perpetuates the winner-take-all cycle. Scholars work in small groups to create a party platform and share it with the the class. Academics also participate in group discussion and short written prompts.
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american history, american politics, american democracy, democracy, democratic values, representative democracy, political systems, political science, political parties, politics, politicians, political leaders, political campaigns, elections, presidential elections, mock elections, governments, government systems, citizenship, voting, voting rights
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Instructional Ideas
- Divide the class into two groups, have them create their own political parties to participate in a mock election
- Compare the US two-party system to other world governments
Classroom Considerations
- May require an overview of the two main political parties
Pros
- The hands-on-activity engages pupils and enhances learning
- Resource is adaptable for multiple grade levels
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