Rationale: During this unit, you have explored the foundations and structures of the United States Constitution, including how individuals and groups can influence the Constitution as a living document. For this project, you will be able to show how a value or principle of democracy is reflected in the way in which the Constitution structured the United States government, and how it is applied today. Apply what you know to answer the following essential question:
How have democratic values influenced the past and present?
For this PBA, your job is to research a contemporary constitutional issue. You will required to relate your issue directly to the Constitution. While many of the articles curated here directly reference the Constitution, you may need to fill in gaps as necessary. This is just a starting point for your research! A link to The Constitution is available below.
Some possible issues to research include:
**Another useful Digital Content tool available to use as a BCPS student is SIRS Knowledge Source and Gale Opposing Viewpoints. You will be able to gather opposing viewpoints on each issue using this database. If you are trying to access this site at home, you will need the database password sheet available in the library.**
You are also going to need to use a graphic organizer to complete your research. Some graphic organizer options and their explanations are below.
Task: Create a graphic organizer. Formats may include:
o Poster-sized Collage
o Concept Map (Bubbl.us)
o Online Collage (www.postermywall.com)
o Online Presentation (https://www.haikudeck.com/or www.prezi.com)
For reference, here are the Government PBA forms from your teacher.