Lesson introducing the concept of judicial review and then progressing to a more in depth examination of how it has been used, and if it was the intention of the framers of the constitution to include judicial review. Includes group activity for pupils to interpret supreme court rulings.
Lesson examining the consequences of federalism in the USA.
Also includes practice essay for homework (including bullet pointed guidance) and practice exam question which can be discussed in class.
Independent Study Booklet students can access via Google Drive and complete.
Separate Hand-outs that can be used to supplement teacher led activities also included.
This lesson examines the formation of the Coalition after the election of a hung parliament at the 2010 general election, using the 5 Days That Changed Britain documentary to give pupils an insight into the process behind the formation of the Coalition and the Coalition agreement.
Lesson examining the role of the US cabinet, and introducing the cabinet members of the Obama administration - correct at time of lesson delivered, although will need to be adjusted/updated in future.
Includes practice exam question.
Lesson examining the concept of parliamentary government and the key features of a parliamentary system and presidential system (comparison).
Pupils asked to evaluate to what extent the UK is becoming more presidential and includes brief explanation of the different theories of parliamentary government.