Electoral College: Does Your Vote for President Count?
Overview
Students work in groups to analyze an historical newspaper article then investigate to understand the historical context of the Electoral College and consider its strengths and weaknesses. After, students continue their work together to investigate and opine on the pros and cons of the Electoral College today and possible solutions for reform.
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Grade
High School
Subjects
Civics, Social Studies
Length
80-120 minutes
Topics
Electoral College reform, National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, elections, electoral college, guided primary source analysis, presidential elections, structured academic controversy, voting
Author
Primary Source Nexus
Politics: Everybody’s Doing It!