American Government

Tutor: David Bashore

*Prerequisites: 11th – 12th grades, US History and completion of Elements of Composition & Literature

Course Description:

This course will examine both the foundation and function of government throughout United States history. Beginning with the Articles of Confederation and moving through the current constitutional amendments, students will gain a holistic understanding of the functions of the United States government according to the Constitution, and what makes the constitutional republic unique from other forms of government. Students will also be able to assess and analyze advantages and disadvantages to the constitutional republic form of government, compared to other forms of government around the world and throughout history. The course will conclude with students creating their own “constitution” for governance, using what they have learned over the course of the school year.