February 4, 2020 Iowa Caucus
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Learning Target: I can explain how the Iowa caucus works and why it is so important
Standard(s): SSCG15 Demonstrate knowledge of local, state, and national elections.
a. Describe the historical development, organization, role, and constituencies of political parties.
b. Describe the nomination and election process.
c. Examine campaign funding and spending and the influence of special interest groups on elections.
e. Analyze the influence of media coverage, campaign advertising, and public opinion polls.
Warm Up: Political Cartoon: How the Iowa caucus works
Political Cartoon: I pledge allegiance to the Iowa caucus
Opening: The students will go through a simulation of how the Iowa caucus works.
Iowa caucus Republican results
Work Session: The class will watch two videos with questions about the Iowa caucus?
Video: How the Iowa caucuses actually work - January 7 2020 CNN The Point with Chris Cillizza
Video: Is The Iowa Caucus A Relic of the Past - Full Frontal on TBS January 29 2020 (Edited)
Early Finishers:
Video: 2020 Iowa Caucuses: Watch Live Results And Coverage | NBC News (Live Stream)
Closing: The class will discuss what the results of the Iowa caucus could mean for the future of the 2020 Presidential election.