Magna Carta - A Great Charter For Great Ideas

By examining the Magna Carta and the U.S. Constitution, students will analyze primary sources so they may better comprehend the origins and evolution of checks on executive power. The emergence of a parliamentary or deliberative body to counteract unlimited use of power by a head of state/government was a major development in history, and, eventually, an important outlet for the peoples' voice.

 
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General Information

Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 40 Minute(s)
Keywords: civics/government, American history, lesson plan, integrated, U.S. Constitution, Magna Carta, checks and balances, separation of powers, King John, Barons
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Text Resource
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction, Confirmation Inquiry (Level 1)
Resource Collection: Integrated Social Studies with Civics Teacher Resources - Grades 6-12

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