On-Demand Professional Development
Each on-demand professional development includes a student inquiry for teachers to use with their students.

How does a Bill Become a Law?

Is the Bill of Rights necessary? Why or Why Not?

How does the executive branch influence foreign policy, and what are the limits of its power in this area?

How does the executive branch interact with the other branches of government?

What are the key responsibilities and daily tasks of the President of the United States?

What is the foundation for powers of the judicial branch and how does it check the power of the other branches of government?

What has been the role of the Supreme Court in expanding civil liberties?

How has the role of Congress changed over time?

What is the process of a case reaching the Supreme Court, and how are cases selected?

How did the Federalists and Anti-Federalists differ in their perspectives on the role and scope of the central government and the nature of democracy?

Why are there debates about the balance of power between the federal and state governments?

How does Congress interact with and influence other branches of government?

Is the Bill of Rights necessary?

How have the President's Formal and Informal powers expanded since the Constitution was ratified?

What is the role of executive orders and how have they shaped policy?
SEARCH CIVICS RESOURCES
Presidents & Prosperity: Scrutinizing Economic Stewardship
Students are tasked with comparing the economic situation in the United States during two different post WWII presidencies.
Role of Government in the Economy Move Activity
Students evaluate statements about the role of government in the economy by moving to an area of the room to show agreement or disagreement.
Politically Polarizing Brands Game
Students guess if the displayed brands are more likely to be identified as conservative or liberal.
Students participate in a 3 round market simulation to experience how tariffs impact international sellers as well as domestic producers and consumers.
Is the Bill of Rights necessary?
Inquiry Lesson
How has the role of Congress changed over time?
Inquiry Lesson
Student Inquiry