Civics and Government

A multi-day mini-unit exploring the contrasting philosophies of Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Du Bois regarding African American progress, education, and civil rights at the turn of the 20th century.

A multi-day investigation into the Dred Scott case, focusing on the shifting definitions of citizenship and the legal battle for freedom in pre-Civil War America.

This sequence explores the aftermath of the Compromise of 1877, detailing the systematic dismantling of Reconstruction-era progress and the establishment of the Jim Crow South. Students analyze the political, social, and legal mechanisms used to disenfranchise African Americans.

A series of lessons examining the hidden narratives of social justice movements and the diverse leaders who shaped American history through advocacy and resilience.

A university-level exploration of the evolution of human movement, comparing the 'Age of Mass Migration' with contemporary globalized mobility patterns. Students analyze how technology, policy, and social identity have transformed what it means to move across borders.

A comprehensive unit on the Civil Rights Movement, focusing on the strategic leadership of key figures and the transformative power of youth-led activism through primary source analysis and classroom instruction.

Students transition from passive observers of the arts to active advocates by developing a strategic communications campaign for a local arts initiative. The sequence covers stakeholder mapping, rhetorical strategies, data visualization, digital campaigning, and public speaking.

Students step into the roles of civic leaders and grant panelists to explore the economic and cultural value of the arts. They analyze the creative economy, evaluate funding models, and debate the allocation of public funds through a realistic simulation.

A deep-dive case study into the annexation of Hawaii, exploring the collision of indigenous sovereignty, missionary influence, and corporate interests. Students analyze the transition from a recognized sovereign monarchy to a US territory, evaluating the ethical and political implications of imperialism.

A graduate-level exploration of the legal and constitutional frameworks established by the Insular Cases, focusing on the construction of the 'unincorporated territory' and the status of citizenship under US imperialism.

Students evaluate the lasting legacy of US Imperialism through a project-based inquiry. They synthesize historical knowledge to create museum exhibits connecting 19th-century events to modern geopolitical realities.

This sequence explores the legal and political battles of the Reconstruction era, focusing on the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments and the conflict between Presidential and Congressional authority. Students will analyze primary sources and evaluate the transformation of American citizenship.

This sequence explores the constitutional and political battles of the Reconstruction era, focusing on the friction between Presidential and Congressional plans, the legal impact of the Civil War Amendments, and the rise and fall of Black political representation. Students will evaluate the legal successes and enforcement failures of the period to answer the essential question: To what extent did the legal frameworks of Reconstruction successfully redefine citizenship in America?

This sequence explores the 20th-century resurgence of Indigenous political power, from the termination policies of the 1950s to the Red Power movement and the legislative victories of the 1970s. Students analyze how urbanization, media visibility, and legal battles redefined Indigenous identity and reclaimed political autonomy.

This sequence explores the historical and contemporary aspects of tribal sovereignty, cultural preservation, and modern Indigenous movements in the United States. Students will move from legal definitions of sovereignty to the legacies of boarding schools, ending with a celebration of contemporary Indigenous contributions.

This sequence explores the intellectual transformation from Medieval Scholasticism to Renaissance Humanism, focusing on the revival of Classical antiquity and the birth of modern individualism. Students will analyze primary sources from Petrarch, Pico della Mirandola, and Erasmus to understand the shift from a theocentric to a human-centric worldview.

A comprehensive undergraduate-level sequence examining the US foreign policy shift during the Vietnam War, focusing on containment theory, the 'Credibility Gap,' and the resulting constitutional crises. Students analyze primary sources, simulate NSC meetings, and evaluate the long-term impact on American institutional trust.

A comprehensive 11th-grade US History unit exploring the strategic evolution of the Civil Rights Movement from non-violent resistance to Black Power and intersectional activism. Students analyze primary sources, legislative milestones, and parallel movements to evaluate the efficacy of various protest strategies.

An examination of the Vietnam War and its impact on the American home front, focusing on the tension between government policy and public opinion during the 1960s and 70s.

This sequence explores the collapse of colonial empires after World War II, examining the diverse paths to independence in Asia and Africa. Students analyze the tension between Western democratic rhetoric and colonial reality, the strategic choices of independence leaders, and the lasting impact of colonial borders on modern nation-states.

A multi-day investigation into the Dred Scott case, focusing on the shifting definitions of citizenship and the legal battle for freedom in pre-Civil War America.

A comprehensive unit exploring the foundational structures of American government through the lens of the US Constitution.

A comprehensive exploration of Article I of the U.S. Constitution, covering the structure, powers, and limitations of the Legislative Branch through deep text analysis and structured discussion.

A comprehensive curriculum covering financial literacy, economic principles, and civic systems through historical case studies, ethical dilemmas, and real-world simulations.

An in-depth exploration of First Amendment law, focusing on the tension between individual liberty and the public good through various categories of restricted speech.

A comprehensive unit exploring the structure, functions, and historical evolution of the U.S. Judicial Branch, focusing on how the courts interpret the Constitution.

A comprehensive unit on the Civil Rights Movement, focusing on the strategic leadership of key figures and the transformative power of youth-led activism through primary source analysis and classroom instruction.

A comprehensive 5-lesson unit on the American Civil Rights Movement, covering the legal battles, non-violent protests, key legislation, and the evolving strategies for racial justice.

A deep dive into the tensions between classical philosophy and modern democratic practice, focusing on Plato's critiques and contemporary responses.

Students transition from passive observers to active arts advocates by learning cultural policy, economic impact analysis, and strategic communication. This sequence culminates in a comprehensive advocacy campaign presentation to secure sustainable support for the arts.

A deep dive into colonial social history, focusing on the lives of marginalized populations, gender roles, and class conflict. Students analyze the 13 colonies through demographic data, primary sources, and material culture to understand the formation of social hierarchies.

This undergraduate-level sequence explores the evolution of political thought and legal structures within the thirteen colonies. It traces the transition from royal oversight to colonial self-governance, focusing on legal charters, representative institutions, and the foundations of political dissent.

A rigorous undergraduate sequence exploring the economic divergence of the British North American colonies. Students analyze the transition from servitude to slavery, the influence of religious ideology on market regulation, and the complexities of the Atlantic mercantilist system.

A comprehensive examination of US imperialism in the Pacific, focusing on the legal, political, and commercial motivations for expansion. This undergraduate sequence traces the shift from continental expansion to overseas empire, culminating in the Supreme Court's definition of "unincorporated" territories.

A 5-lesson unit exploring US foreign policy in Latin America from the late 19th to early 20th century, focusing on the shift from protectionism to interventionism through the Big Stick, Dollar, and Moral Diplomacy models.

A deep-dive case study into the annexation of Hawaii, exploring the collision of indigenous sovereignty, missionary influence, and corporate interests. Students analyze the transition from a recognized sovereign monarchy to a US territory, evaluating the ethical and political implications of imperialism.

A high school history sequence exploring the intersection of mass media, public opinion, and American expansionism through the lens of the Spanish-American and Philippine-American Wars. Students analyze how 'Yellow Journalism' and strategic narratives shaped foreign policy at the turn of the 20th century.

A graduate-level exploration of the legal and constitutional frameworks established by the Insular Cases, focusing on the construction of the 'unincorporated territory' and the status of citizenship under US imperialism.

This sequence examines the Spanish-American and Philippine-American Wars as the turning point of US foreign policy. Students will explore media influence, the tension between liberation and annexation, and the ethical consequences of empire-building.

Students evaluate the lasting legacy of US Imperialism through a project-based inquiry. They synthesize historical knowledge to create museum exhibits connecting 19th-century events to modern geopolitical realities.

A comprehensive unit exploring the foundational structures of American government through the lens of the US Constitution.

A comprehensive exploration of Article I of the U.S. Constitution, covering the structure, powers, and limitations of the Legislative Branch through deep text analysis and structured discussion.

This sequence explores the aftermath of the Compromise of 1877, detailing the systematic dismantling of Reconstruction-era progress and the establishment of the Jim Crow South. Students analyze the political, social, and legal mechanisms used to disenfranchise African Americans.

A series of lessons examining the hidden narratives of social justice movements and the diverse leaders who shaped American history through advocacy and resilience.

An in-depth exploration of First Amendment law, focusing on the tension between individual liberty and the public good through various categories of restricted speech.

A comprehensive unit exploring the structure, functions, and historical evolution of the U.S. Judicial Branch, focusing on how the courts interpret the Constitution.

A lesson examining the Populist Party's Omaha Platform of 1892, its agrarian roots, and its long-term impact on American political and economic policy through the Progressive Era.

This undergraduate-level sequence explores the evolution of political thought and legal structures within the thirteen colonies. It traces the transition from royal oversight to colonial self-governance, focusing on legal charters, representative institutions, and the foundations of political dissent.

A comprehensive examination of US imperialism in the Pacific, focusing on the legal, political, and commercial motivations for expansion. This undergraduate sequence traces the shift from continental expansion to overseas empire, culminating in the Supreme Court's definition of "unincorporated" territories.

A 5-lesson unit exploring US foreign policy in Latin America from the late 19th to early 20th century, focusing on the shift from protectionism to interventionism through the Big Stick, Dollar, and Moral Diplomacy models.

A deep-dive case study into the annexation of Hawaii, exploring the collision of indigenous sovereignty, missionary influence, and corporate interests. Students analyze the transition from a recognized sovereign monarchy to a US territory, evaluating the ethical and political implications of imperialism.

A graduate-level exploration of the legal and constitutional frameworks established by the Insular Cases, focusing on the construction of the 'unincorporated territory' and the status of citizenship under US imperialism.

This sequence examines the Spanish-American and Philippine-American Wars as the turning point of US foreign policy. Students will explore media influence, the tension between liberation and annexation, and the ethical consequences of empire-building.

This sequence examines the complexities of US annexation and resistance in the Pacific, specifically focusing on Hawaii and the Philippines. Students explore the contradictions between American democratic ideals and the realities of imperial expansion through primary source analysis and project-based learning.

An advanced seminar sequence for graduate students analyzing the American Civil War as a crisis of federalism and a catalytic event for constitutional transformation. Students deconstruct legal arguments for secession, executive war powers, the legislative path to emancipation, and shifting historiographical interpretations of the era's impact on American democracy.

This unit explores the transformative cultural movements of the 1920s, focusing on the Harlem Renaissance and the evolving social roles of women. Students analyze how the Great Migration, jazz, literature, and the suffrage movement collectively redefined American identity.

This sequence explores the political collapse of Reconstruction and the ideological construction of the 'Lost Cause.' Students analyze how economic shifts, political compromises, and academic historiography worked together to dismantle Black political power and rewrite American history to justify the Jim Crow era.

This high school history sequence investigates the factors that led to the end of Reconstruction and the subsequent rise of Jim Crow. Students analyze economic shifts, political compromises, judicial rulings, and the long-term impact of historical narratives on American memory.

This sequence explores the legal and political battles of the Reconstruction era, focusing on the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments and the conflict between Presidential and Congressional authority. Students will analyze primary sources and evaluate the transformation of American citizenship.

A unit exploring the transformative decade of the 1950s, covering the Civil Rights movement, postwar economic booms, the rise of suburbia, and the cultural shifts of the Atomic Age.

A multi-day investigation into the Dred Scott case, focusing on the shifting definitions of citizenship and the legal battle for freedom in pre-Civil War America.

A comprehensive unit exploring the foundational structures of American government through the lens of the US Constitution.

A comprehensive exploration of Article I of the U.S. Constitution, covering the structure, powers, and limitations of the Legislative Branch through deep text analysis and structured discussion.

This sequence explores the aftermath of the Compromise of 1877, detailing the systematic dismantling of Reconstruction-era progress and the establishment of the Jim Crow South. Students analyze the political, social, and legal mechanisms used to disenfranchise African Americans.

An in-depth exploration of First Amendment law, focusing on the tension between individual liberty and the public good through various categories of restricted speech.

A comprehensive unit exploring the structure, functions, and historical evolution of the U.S. Judicial Branch, focusing on how the courts interpret the Constitution.

A comprehensive 5-lesson unit on the American Civil Rights Movement, covering the legal battles, non-violent protests, key legislation, and the evolving strategies for racial justice.

A lesson examining the Populist Party's Omaha Platform of 1892, its agrarian roots, and its long-term impact on American political and economic policy through the Progressive Era.

This undergraduate-level sequence explores the evolution of political thought and legal structures within the thirteen colonies. It traces the transition from royal oversight to colonial self-governance, focusing on legal charters, representative institutions, and the foundations of political dissent.

A comprehensive examination of US imperialism in the Pacific, focusing on the legal, political, and commercial motivations for expansion. This undergraduate sequence traces the shift from continental expansion to overseas empire, culminating in the Supreme Court's definition of "unincorporated" territories.

A deep-dive case study into the annexation of Hawaii, exploring the collision of indigenous sovereignty, missionary influence, and corporate interests. Students analyze the transition from a recognized sovereign monarchy to a US territory, evaluating the ethical and political implications of imperialism.

A graduate-level exploration of the legal and constitutional frameworks established by the Insular Cases, focusing on the construction of the 'unincorporated territory' and the status of citizenship under US imperialism.

This sequence examines the complexities of US annexation and resistance in the Pacific, specifically focusing on Hawaii and the Philippines. Students explore the contradictions between American democratic ideals and the realities of imperial expansion through primary source analysis and project-based learning.

A comprehensive exploration of US interventionism in Latin America during the early 20th century, focusing on the evolution of foreign policy from the Roosevelt Corollary to Wilson's Moral Diplomacy. Students analyze primary sources, political cartoons, and economic data to evaluate the impact of American hegemony.

An advanced seminar sequence for graduate students analyzing the American Civil War as a crisis of federalism and a catalytic event for constitutional transformation. Students deconstruct legal arguments for secession, executive war powers, the legislative path to emancipation, and shifting historiographical interpretations of the era's impact on American democracy.

This unit explores the transformative cultural movements of the 1920s, focusing on the Harlem Renaissance and the evolving social roles of women. Students analyze how the Great Migration, jazz, literature, and the suffrage movement collectively redefined American identity.

This sequence explores the political collapse of Reconstruction and the ideological construction of the 'Lost Cause.' Students analyze how economic shifts, political compromises, and academic historiography worked together to dismantle Black political power and rewrite American history to justify the Jim Crow era.

This high school history sequence investigates the factors that led to the end of Reconstruction and the subsequent rise of Jim Crow. Students analyze economic shifts, political compromises, judicial rulings, and the long-term impact of historical narratives on American memory.

A comprehensive unit exploring the foundational structures of American government through the lens of the US Constitution.

A two-day historical simulation and project focused on the Bay of Pigs invasion, Cold War containment strategies, and multi-perspective journalism. Students analyze primary sources and government documents to create a 1961 newspaper report.

A comprehensive 5-lesson unit on the American Civil Rights Movement, covering the legal battles, non-violent protests, key legislation, and the evolving strategies for racial justice.

A comprehensive examination of US imperialism in the Pacific, focusing on the legal, political, and commercial motivations for expansion. This undergraduate sequence traces the shift from continental expansion to overseas empire, culminating in the Supreme Court's definition of "unincorporated" territories.

This sequence investigates the mechanisms of US hegemony in Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on the transition from military conquest to economic stewardship. Students analyze the Roosevelt Corollary, Dollar Diplomacy, and Wilsonian Idealism through specific case studies in Panama, the Dominican Republic, and Mexico.

A 5-lesson unit exploring US foreign policy in Latin America from the late 19th to early 20th century, focusing on the shift from protectionism to interventionism through the Big Stick, Dollar, and Moral Diplomacy models.

A deep-dive case study into the annexation of Hawaii, exploring the collision of indigenous sovereignty, missionary influence, and corporate interests. Students analyze the transition from a recognized sovereign monarchy to a US territory, evaluating the ethical and political implications of imperialism.

This graduate-level sequence investigates the economic motivations behind early 20th-century US foreign policy. It examines the shift from territorial conquest to 'Dollar Diplomacy,' focusing on the entanglement of state power with private corporate interests in the Caribbean, Central America, and East Asia.

A comprehensive exploration of US interventionism in Latin America during the early 20th century, focusing on the evolution of foreign policy from the Roosevelt Corollary to Wilson's Moral Diplomacy. Students analyze primary sources, political cartoons, and economic data to evaluate the impact of American hegemony.

An advanced seminar sequence for graduate students analyzing the American Civil War as a crisis of federalism and a catalytic event for constitutional transformation. Students deconstruct legal arguments for secession, executive war powers, the legislative path to emancipation, and shifting historiographical interpretations of the era's impact on American democracy.

A graduate-level investigation into the American Civil War through the lens of military science, operational art, and strategic leadership, focusing on the transition from Napoleonic tactics to industrial total war.

This sequence explores the legal and political battles of the Reconstruction era, focusing on the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments and the conflict between Presidential and Congressional authority. Students will analyze primary sources and evaluate the transformation of American citizenship.

This sequence explores the constitutional and political battles of the Reconstruction era, focusing on the friction between Presidential and Congressional plans, the legal impact of the Civil War Amendments, and the rise and fall of Black political representation. Students will evaluate the legal successes and enforcement failures of the period to answer the essential question: To what extent did the legal frameworks of Reconstruction successfully redefine citizenship in America?

A graduate-level exploration of Federal Indian Law, tracing tribal sovereignty from the Doctrine of Discovery through the Marshall Trilogy to modern gaming compacts. Students analyze how legal frameworks have functioned as tools of both dispossession and self-determination.

This sequence explores the legal, political, and cultural mechanisms of U.S. federal policy toward Indigenous nations, from the foundations of Federal Indian Law in the Supreme Court to the devastating impacts of the Dawes Act and forced boarding school assimilation.

This undergraduate-level sequence explores the cultural history of the 1930s, analyzing how art, photography, cinema, and historiography shaped and contested the memory of the Great Depression. Students move from analyzing state-funded art projects to critiquing the ethics of documentary realism and the systemic racial inequalities encoded in recovery efforts.

A comprehensive 5-lesson sequence for undergraduate students examining the political, legal, and social transformation of the United States during the New Deal era. Students analyze the shift from dual federalism to cooperative federalism and evaluate the changing relationship between the citizen and the federal government.

An in-depth examination of the 1970s constitutional crisis, focusing on the Nixon administration's use of executive power, the Watergate scandal, and the subsequent economic and political malaise that reshaped American trust in government.

This undergraduate sequence evaluates the ambitious legislative agenda of Lyndon B. Johnson's Great Society, focusing on the War on Poverty, healthcare, immigration reform, and the fiscal tensions of the Vietnam War. Students analyze primary sources, demographic data, and economic policies to determine the lasting legacy of 1960s liberalism.

A comprehensive undergraduate-level sequence examining the US foreign policy shift during the Vietnam War, focusing on containment theory, the 'Credibility Gap,' and the resulting constitutional crises. Students analyze primary sources, simulate NSC meetings, and evaluate the long-term impact on American institutional trust.

A unit exploring the transformative decade of the 1950s, covering the Civil Rights movement, postwar economic booms, the rise of suburbia, and the cultural shifts of the Atomic Age.

A multi-day mini-unit exploring the contrasting philosophies of Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Du Bois regarding African American progress, education, and civil rights at the turn of the 20th century.

A series of lessons exploring the lives and legacies of global leaders who fought for justice and equality.

A series of lessons examining the hidden narratives of social justice movements and the diverse leaders who shaped American history through advocacy and resilience.

A comprehensive unit on the Civil Rights Movement, focusing on the strategic leadership of key figures and the transformative power of youth-led activism through primary source analysis and classroom instruction.

A comprehensive exploration of Black freedom movements in America, designed for adult learners to engage in critical discussion and historical analysis of resistance from the abolitionist era to modern social justice movements.

A comprehensive 5-lesson unit on the American Civil Rights Movement, covering the legal battles, non-violent protests, key legislation, and the evolving strategies for racial justice.

A lesson examining the Populist Party's Omaha Platform of 1892, its agrarian roots, and its long-term impact on American political and economic policy through the Progressive Era.

A series of lessons exploring the intersectional history of the Black Power movement, focusing on the leadership of women and the cultural impact of Black activism.

Students transition from passive observers of the arts to active advocates by developing a strategic communications campaign for a local arts initiative. The sequence covers stakeholder mapping, rhetorical strategies, data visualization, digital campaigning, and public speaking.

A deep dive into colonial social history, focusing on the lives of marginalized populations, gender roles, and class conflict. Students analyze the 13 colonies through demographic data, primary sources, and material culture to understand the formation of social hierarchies.

A deep dive into the Spanish-American and Philippine-American Wars, examining media influence, diplomatic failure, strategic annexation, and the ethical costs of global empire building.

A graduate-level sequence focused on moving from performative awareness to evidence-based prevention of human trafficking. Students will critique existing narratives, apply public health frameworks, and design sector-specific prevention strategies based on survivor-informed principles and measurable metrics.

This sequence analyzes the systemic factors that contribute to human trafficking and the legal frameworks designed to combat it. Students explore how systemic inequalities like homelessness, the foster care system, and systemic racism increase trafficking risk and evaluate the effectiveness of policies like the TVPA.

This sequence explores the final chapters of the Cold War, from the diplomatic easing of tensions to the dramatic collapse of the Soviet Union and its lasting impact on modern global politics.

A comprehensive undergraduate sequence analyzing the socio-political, economic, and environmental factors that shape nutrition guidelines and food group accessibility. Students move from historical critiques of the Food Pyramid to proposing modernized, equitable dietary policies.

This undergraduate sequence explores the agency of African Americans during the Reconstruction era, moving beyond narratives of victimhood to highlight active social, economic, and political restructuring. Students engage with archival records, economic data, and primary sources to analyze how freedpeople defined and fought for the meaning of freedom.

An undergraduate-level exploration of cannabis through the lens of public health, legal history, and social equity. This sequence analyzes the transition from prohibition to regulation, focusing on harm reduction and evidence-based policy.

This sequence explores the history of forced assimilation through boarding schools and termination policies, followed by the emergence of the Red Power movement and AIM activism. Students analyze primary sources, oral histories, and major protests like Alcatraz and Wounded Knee 1973 to understand how Indigenous identity was reclaimed.

This graduate-level sequence examines Richard White's 'Middle Ground' framework through the lens of Indigenous agency, diplomacy, and trade. Students will analyze the complexities of cross-cultural interaction, gendered roles in cultural brokerage, and the strategic shifts of Native nations during global conflicts and revitalization movements.

A multi-day mini-unit exploring the contrasting philosophies of Booker T. Washington and W.E.B. Du Bois regarding African American progress, education, and civil rights at the turn of the 20th century.

This sequence explores the aftermath of the Compromise of 1877, detailing the systematic dismantling of Reconstruction-era progress and the establishment of the Jim Crow South. Students analyze the political, social, and legal mechanisms used to disenfranchise African Americans.