Reading

Writing

Discussion

Projects & Simulation

April

Modern Issues and Foreign Policy

September October NovemberAugust December January February March May June

The Origin and Purpose of Government

CitizenshipThe Organization and Function of

Government

Individual

Small Group

Whole Class

Thinking

Civics Course SyllabusMr. Brian Schumbschum@fau.eduWelcome to civics class! This is a brand new course and is designed for you to learn about government and how you can activity participate in the community. Throughout the year you will participate in a variety of activities that will challenge and expand your ability to read, write, discuss, and think critically. You will participate in many hands-on activities and will have a chance to work with your peers. You will expected to work hard, ask questions, and become an active member of the classroom community.

Topic Outline

On Time

Late 1 Day -25% Over 1

Day -50%

0

25

50

75

100Late Work Policy

Class time is spent:

Be Prepared

Participate

Positive Attitude

Responsibility

Take Risks

Grading

•Assessments/ Projects 35%

•Classwork/ Partcipation 30%

•Quizzes 15%

•Homework 10%

•Organization 10%

Materials

•5 Subject Notebook

•Mechanical Pencils or pens

•Glue sticks, colored pencils, scissors, etc…

BYOT

(Bring Your Own Technology)

Bring your laptops, iPads, iPhones, and other internet devices to class.

SUCCESS!