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Do Now. In your own words describe, as best you can, the difference between a conservative and a progressive. Political Spectrum. Agenda. Do now Introduce Unit- Political Spectrum Interactive Lecture Homework. Political Spectrum.

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  1. Do Now • In your own words describe, as best you can, the difference between a conservative and a progressive

  2. Political Spectrum

  3. Agenda • Do now • Introduce Unit- Political Spectrum • Interactive Lecture • Homework

  4. Political Spectrum • Is a term used to visualize the varying political beliefs in our country. • Right= conservative, traditional, Republican • Left= progressive, liberal, Democract • Is determined by beliefs in two areas: • Fiscal (financial) policy • Social policy You can be a fiscal conservative and social liberal

  5. The Difference Positions • The right believes in small government and free-market. • The left believes in providing services and a “utopian’ view • http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d777eIByIlM&feature=related

  6. Handouts • Using the handout, fill out as much of the organizer as possible.

  7. Homework • Watch a speech from the RNC. • Write a paragraph reaction to it.

  8. Do Now • In your own words describe the political spectrum

  9. Agenda • Do Now • Discuss homework • Locate yourself on the political spectrum • Introduce paper

  10. Me and the Spectrum • Moving to the Computer Lab complete the political specturm quiz located here http://www.politicalcompass.org/ click on “take the test” located on the right hand side When you complete the test write a short paragraph reacting to your results

  11. Do Now • Discuss two issues and where progressives and conservatives stand on them

  12. Agenda • Do Now • Review Spectrum • Discuss our results • Intro 4.0 • Begin Writing Process

  13. The Political Spectrum • Describe these terms: Fiscal Conservative Social Liberal

  14. Your Results • How did you feel about your results? • 4.0 Option

  15. Writing in Government • Everything has a Thesis! • What is a thesis • Support your Argument • Anytime a reader can ask why you need to provide a rationale.

  16. Reflecting on Your Results • Write a ONE page analysis of where you stand on the political spectrum. • BE SURE TO INCLUDE • Thesis • Support for your opinion

  17. Do Now • Complete the short worksheet

  18. Agenda • Do Now • Discuss homework • Write and edit paper • Homework

  19. What You Think • What speech did you watch? • What you think?

  20. Ready to Write? Ask yourself: • Do I have a solid understanding of where I am on the political spectrum? • Do I know why I would place myself there? (What beliefs about specific issues let you know where you are on the spectrum?) • Can I turn that understanding into a thesis statement? • Do I have my evidence (issues)? Once you can answer these you are ready to begin writing you ONE page reflection.

  21. Do Now • You overhear a stranger on the bus talking on the phone. She says that her brother just got passed over for a job because “they” work for less. • Where would she be on the political spectrum

  22. Agenda • Do Now • Discuss DNC Speeches • Edit Drafts

  23. DNC Speeches Think- Pair- Share • Who did you watch? • What did it remind you of? • How did it make you feel? • What questions do you have for the speaker?

  24. Edit Drafts Exchange your paper with someone else. Look for: Does it make sense? Is it accurate? (Do they understand where they are on the spectrum) Are there specific issues used for evidence to support their position?

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