Impeachment: the Basics

In this lesson plan, students will learn basic information about impeachment as it is established in the U.S. Constitution.  Students learn what impeachment is, why it is included in the Constitution, who is subject to impeachment, why someone may be impeached,  who has been impeached, and how impeachment works.  Students will complete a graphic organizer, create a timeline, and complete an assessment quiz.
Resource ID#: 208536 Type: Lesson Plan
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General Information

Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 40 Minute(s)
Keywords: lesson, civics, integrated, history, timeline, impeachment, Constitution, American, U.S., president, Congress, House, Senate, checks and balances, rule of law, Clinton, Trump, Johnson, treason, bribery, crimes
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  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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