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Local, State, and National Government Intensive

School Type:
High School
School Max Description:
Local, St & Nat Gv
Content Area:
Social Studies
Description:
This year-long course provides students with a comprehensive examination of the basic concepts andprinciples of our federal system of government. Course study includes a focus on the foundations of government; an overview of the United States political system; study of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government; explanation of citizenship rights and responsibilities; examination of structure and functions of state and local governments; and study of global perspective on governmental relationships. Students will take the High School Assessment in Government at the end of this course. This course is designed to be a small class environment for students enrolled in a special education specialty program.
Course Code:
213183
Prerequisites:
United States History; IEP
Credits:
1.0
1.0 LSN Government
Dual Enrollment Compatible Course:
No
NCAA Eligible:
Yes
Textbooks
Title:
United States Government: Our Democracy
ISBN:
9780006781935
Grading Factors:

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