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Grade 12, U.S. Government Std 13.3: Identifying the traditional foreign policy allies of the United States and potential areas of current and future intervention.

Lesson Plans: Instability in Iraq In this lesson, students learn about the increasingly non-partisan and disparate positions United States government officials and politicians are taking in regard to the future of American military presence in Iraq. They then read today’s New York Times for current coverage of the debate, and analyze and summarize a variety of perspectives before articulating their own views for homework Dealing with Terrorism Students will research the recent political history of one country in the region and represent its interests at a model international summit designed to debate response to the terrorist attacks on America and propose measures to achieve long-term stability in that part of the world. What in the World Should Congress Do? Students will use primary sources to decide when they think it is appropriate for Congress to intervene in foreign affairs. Policy Options after September 11th. Students evaluate the role of the United States as leader of the war against terrorism. On the Brink of a Mountain. In this lesson, students explore the political, social and economic effects of the division of North and South Korea. Students then discuss the benefits and drawbacks that these countries may encounter as a result of a reunification. One China, Two Systems. In this lesson, students demonstrate an understanding of the term 'peaceful coexistence' and the role that the term plays in the current Chinese process for reunification with Taiwan. Students work in small groups to research and assess the political ideologies, economic stability and national identities of the countries involved in the One China policy.

Resources: The National Constitution Center Excellent resource for government teachers The Bill of Rights Institute Ben's Guide to American Government US Department of State US State Department Travel Warnings & Consular Information Sheets Peace Corps CIA World Factbook Interactive United States Constitution Political Reference Almanac PoliSci.com The Great American Website Non-governmental site dedicated to providing access to the voluminous resources on the web. The National Constitution Center NCC was established by Congress to increase awareness and understanding of the US Constitution, the Constitution's history, and the Constitution's relevance to our daily lives so that all of us -- "We the People" -- will better understand and exercise our rights and our responsibilities.
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