DEMOCRACY COMPARED TO THE REPUBLIC?
Democracy & The Constitution Discussion (Chapters 1 & 2).
Overview and Discussion Post
The purpose of this first unit — which will be covered over the next week — is to learn about the United States Constitution and American Federalism. This week we will focus on the meaning ofdemocracyand more about how the founding fathers keep the republic embodied within the U.S. Constitution.
Chapter 1 Objectives and then discuss….
By end of this chapter you will be able to:
For yourInitial Postdue byWednesday11:59 PM:
For yourResponseto at least2 classmatesdueby Friday 11:59 PM:
Discussion Guidelines
Read and respond to others’ posts as well keeping in mind some basic rules fornetiquette(Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.:
Chapter 2 Objectives
By end of this chapter you will be able to:
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Rubric
Model Rubric for Discussion Posts
Model Rubric for Discussion Posts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDefinition of the concept of democracy and republic; use of examples
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2.0pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeApplication of textbook and theory in response
2.0pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConclusions clear and cogent
1.0pts
Total Points:5.0