Unit 2: Interactions Between Branches
Embedded Files
βοΈ Welcome to Unit 2:Β
βοΈ Welcome to Unit 2:Β
Interactions between branches of governmentΒ
Interactions between branches of governmentΒ
Unit 1: Foundations of American Democracy
Unit 2: Interactions Among Branches of GovernmentΒ
Unit 3: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights Β Β
Unit 4: American Political Ideologies and BeliefsΒ Β
Unit 5: Political Participation
Now that weβve got a Constitution, who actually runs the show? In this unit, youβll dig into the structure of the federal governmentβCongress, the President, the Courts, and the bureaucracyβand how they compete, cooperate, and clash to shape law and policy.Β
Now that weβve got a Constitution, who actually runs the show? In this unit, youβll dig into the structure of the federal governmentβCongress, the President, the Courts, and the bureaucracyβand how they compete, cooperate, and clash to shape law and policy.Β
From vetoes to judicial review to agency regulations, youβll see what happens when power is sharedβ¦ but not always equally.
From vetoes to judicial review to agency regulations, youβll see what happens when power is sharedβ¦ but not always equally.
Lesson 2.8 the judicial branch
Lesson 2.8 the judicial branch
What gives the courts their power? Examine how judicial independence, structure, and the principle of judicial review shape the Courtβs role in government.Β π C.E.D.
What gives the courts their power? Examine how judicial independence, structure, and the principle of judicial review shape the Courtβs role in government.Β π C.E.D.
π₯ VideoΒ | Β Β π Flip Notes Β | Β π§ Practicum
Lesson 2.9: Role of of the Judicial Branch
Lesson 2.9: Role of of the Judicial Branch
Why do people acceptβor rejectβjudicial authority? Explore how life tenure, precedent, and public trust affect the Courtβs legitimacy.Β π C.E.D.
Why do people acceptβor rejectβjudicial authority? Explore how life tenure, precedent, and public trust affect the Courtβs legitimacy.Β π C.E.D.
π₯ Video Β Β | Β π Flip Notes Β | Β π§ Practicum
Lesson 2.10: The Court in Action
Lesson 2.10: The Court in Action
How do Supreme Court decisions affect society and government? Learn how rulings influence laws, executive behavior, and future cases.Β π C.E.D.Β β
How do Supreme Court decisions affect society and government? Learn how rulings influence laws, executive behavior, and future cases.Β π C.E.D.Β β
π₯ Video Β Β | Β π Flip Notes Β | Β π§ Practicum
Lesson 2.11: Checks on the Judicial Branch
Lesson 2.11: Checks on the Judicial Branch
What limits the Courtβs power? See how Congress, the president, and the states can challenge or ignore judicial decisionsβdirectly or indirectly.Β π C.E.D.
What limits the Courtβs power? See how Congress, the president, and the states can challenge or ignore judicial decisionsβdirectly or indirectly.Β π C.E.D.
π₯ Video Β Β | Β π Flip Notes Β | Β π§ Practicum
Lesson 2.1: Congress: The Senate and the House of Representatives
Lesson 2.1: Congress: The Senate and the House of Representatives
How does the structure of Congress shape lawmaking? Explore how the design of the House and Senate affects responsiveness, representation, and political strategy.Β π C.E.D.
How does the structure of Congress shape lawmaking? Explore how the design of the House and Senate affects responsiveness, representation, and political strategy.Β π C.E.D.
π₯ Video Β Β | Β π Flip Notes Β | Β π§ Practicum
Lesson 2.2: Structures, Powers, and Functions of Congress
Lesson 2.2: Structures, Powers, and Functions of Congress
How do formal powers influence policymaking? Learn how tools like the power of the purse, committee work, and oversight give Congress leverage over the other branches.Β π C.E.D.
How do formal powers influence policymaking? Learn how tools like the power of the purse, committee work, and oversight give Congress leverage over the other branches.Β π C.E.D.
π₯ Video Β Β Β Β π Flip Notesββπ§ Practicum
Lesson 2.3: Congressional Behavior
Lesson 2.3: Congressional Behavior
Why do members of Congress act the way they do? Unpack how elections, constituents, and party leadership shape legislative decisions.Β π C.E.D
Why do members of Congress act the way they do? Unpack how elections, constituents, and party leadership shape legislative decisions.Β π C.E.D
π₯ Video Β Β Β Β π Flip Notesββπ§ Practicum
Lesson 2.4: Roles and Power of the President
Lesson 2.4: Roles and Power of the President
How do formal and informal powers shape the presidency? Discover how constitutional roles and political strategy allow the president to influence law and policy. Β π C.E.D.
How do formal and informal powers shape the presidency? Discover how constitutional roles and political strategy allow the president to influence law and policy. Β π C.E.D.
π₯ Video Β Β Β Β π Flip Notesββπ§ Practicumββ
Lesson 2.5: Checks on the Presidency
Lesson 2.5: Checks on the Presidency
What limits the presidentβs power? Explore how Congress, the courts, and even public opinion act as constraints on executive action.Β π C.E.D.
What limits the presidentβs power? Explore how Congress, the courts, and even public opinion act as constraints on executive action.Β π C.E.D.
π₯ Video Β Β Β Β π Flip Notesββπ§ Practicumββ
Lesson 2.6: Expansion of Presidential Power
Lesson 2.6: Expansion of Presidential Power
Why has presidential power grown over time? Analyze how crises, public expectations, and precedent have expanded the reach of the executive branch.Β π C.E.D.
Why has presidential power grown over time? Analyze how crises, public expectations, and precedent have expanded the reach of the executive branch.Β π C.E.D.
π₯ Video Β Β Β Β π Flip Notesββπ§ Practicumββ
Lesson 2.7: Presidential Communication
Lesson 2.7: Presidential Communication
How does the president use communication as a tool of power? Trace how modern presidents build support, manage crises, and influence public opinionβboth formally and informally.Β Β
How does the president use communication as a tool of power? Trace how modern presidents build support, manage crises, and influence public opinionβboth formally and informally.Β Β
π₯ Video Β Β Β Β π Flip Notesββπ§ Practicum
Lesson 2.12 β The Bureaucracy
Lesson 2.12 β The Bureaucracy
How does the federal bureaucracy turn laws into action? Explore how agencies interpret legislation and manage implementation on behalf of the executive branch. π C.E.D
How does the federal bureaucracy turn laws into action? Explore how agencies interpret legislation and manage implementation on behalf of the executive branch. π C.E.D
π₯ Video Β Β Β Β π Flip Notesββπ§ Practicum.
Lesson 2.13 Discretionary and Rulemaking Authority
Lesson 2.13 Discretionary and Rulemaking Authority
Why does bureaucracy have so much influence? Examine how agencies use expertise and discretion to write rules that shape policy outcomes. π C.E.D.
Why does bureaucracy have so much influence? Examine how agencies use expertise and discretion to write rules that shape policy outcomes. π C.E.D.
π₯ Video Β Β Β Β π Flip Notesββπ§ Practicumββ
Lesson 2.14 & 2.15 Holding the Bureaucracy Accountable
Lesson 2.14 & 2.15 Holding the Bureaucracy Accountable
What keeps agencies in check? Learn how Congress, the courts, and the president monitor, constrain, or reform bureaucratic power. π 2.14 C.E.D.Β π 2.15 C.E.DΒ
What keeps agencies in check? Learn how Congress, the courts, and the president monitor, constrain, or reform bureaucratic power. π 2.14 C.E.D.Β π 2.15 C.E.DΒ
π₯ Video Β Β Β Β π Flip Notesββπ§ Practicumββ
Unit 2 ReviewΒ
Unit 2 ReviewΒ
How is power dividedβand what happens when the branches fight for control? In this review, youβll revisit the roles, powers, and relationships between Congress, the President, the Courts, and the bureaucracy. Expect checks, balances, turf wars, and just enough constitutional drama to keep it interesting.
How is power dividedβand what happens when the branches fight for control? In this review, youβll revisit the roles, powers, and relationships between Congress, the President, the Courts, and the bureaucracy. Expect checks, balances, turf wars, and just enough constitutional drama to keep it interesting.
Page updated
Report abuse