The Most Powerful “Branch?” - Checks and Balances and the Bureaucracy

In this lesson plan, students will learn about the federal bureaucracy and the ways the three branches of government can guide, check, and expand the bureaucracy.
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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, LCD Projector, Overhead Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 50 Minute(s)
Keywords: bureaucracy, agencies, Cabinet departments, nondelegation doctrine, executive branch, separation of powers, bureaucratic discretion, legislative branch, judicial branch, regulatory agencies, civics, lesson plan
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Presentation/Slideshow
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction
Resource Collection: Civics Original teacher resources - Grades 6-12

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