Who Is the F.C.C.?

Explore the purpose, role, and impact of the Federal Communications Commission (F.C.C.) with this interactive tutorial.
Resource ID#: 208711 Type: Original Student Tutorial
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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Students
Keywords: Federal Communications Commission, F.C.C., Communications Act of 1934, 1934, appointment, Congress, presidential appointment, 5 year term, term, regulation, telecommunications, broadcast media, content review, first amendment, carriers, independent regulatory agency, independent agency, federal agency, interactive, tutorials, elearning, e-learning, civics, U.S. Government
Instructional Component Type(s): Original Student Tutorial
Resource Collection: Integrated Social Studies with Civics Original tutorials - Grades 6-12

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