A.P. American Government Lesson Plan - Klein Oak High School
   
Dates Monday, November 12 - Tuesday, November 13, 2007
   
Topic The Presidency
   
Objectives Students shall be able to
  1. Explain the differences between the positions of president and prime minister
    and discuss the approach taken by the Founders in regard to executive power.

  2. Sketch the evolution of the presidency from 1789 to the present.

  3. List and describe the various offices that make up the office of the president.

  4. Review discussions of presidential character, and how these relate to the
    achievements in office of various presidents.

  5. Enumerate and discuss the various facets—formal and informal—of
    presidential power.

   
Activities Lecture/Discussion: The Presidency.
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Assessment Monitor and adjust to check understanding. Collect and grade chapter 12 assignment.
   
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