Standards
SS8CG1 The student will describe the role of citizens under Georgia’s constitution.
a. Explain the basic structure of the Georgia state constitution.
b. Explain the concepts of separation of powers and checks and balances.
c. Describe the rights and responsibilities of citizens.
d. Explain voting requirements and elections in Georgia.
e. Explain the role of political parties in government.
SS8H12 The student will explain the importance of significant social, economic, and political developments in Georgia since 1970.
a. Evaluate the consequences of the end of the county unit system and reapportionment.
Essential Question (s):
How does the Georgia Constitution provide the framework for the rights and responsibilities of citizens and government? (CG1)
How does the structure of Georgia’s government ensure that its citizens are fairly represented? (H12a, CG1c)
How do political parties serve the purposes of voters with different opinions?(12c, CG1e)
Warm up:
What of the state benefited from the County Unit system?.
A: The rural areas.
Today in Class:
Today we revisited the County Unit System and the concept of one person one vote. We then continued with a discussion via power point of the two-party system and political parties, this also included a brief discussion of interest groups and lobbyists.
Constitution of the State of Georgia:
http://sos.georgia.gov/elections/constitution_2007.pdf
Full Power Point Ch. 14:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/powerpoint/GA8-CH14.pps
Our Textbook:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/ga_05/
Our text book in Audio Format:
http://www.mystatehistory.com/georgia/audio.aspx
Textbook password: ga11hist
Homework:
Get progress reports signed.
Study for Thursday's test.
Long term Assignments:
Unit 4 Test Thursday November 20th.
Today in Georgia History:
November 18, 1883 Politician Carl Vinson was born in Baldwin County, Georgia. One of the most influential national legislators of the twentieth century, Vinson's legislative career spanned fifty years and one month--a record of longevity that stood until 1994. Vinson was noted particularly for his dedication to the United States Armed Services. To honor him, the Institute of Government at the University of Georgia was formally named the Carl Vinson Institute of Government in 1983. For a more extensive biography of Vinson, including photographs, click here.
Link-O the Day:
http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org/nge/Article.jsp?id=h-1381
My Email Address:
robert.hutchins@cobbk12.org
