Social Studies

MS Civics

MS Civics

Learning about civics gives students the skills and knowledge necessary to be active citizens who have a positive impact on their communities. In this course, students discover the rights and responsibilities of citizenship in the United States (including the biblical expectations of citizenship) along with biblical principles of government. They learn about the Founding Fathers—many of whom were Christian—and their influences on the interrelationship between religion and government. Students study the structure of the government and how it works at the local, state, and federal levels. The course also examines elections, the lawmaking process, and how citizens can impact public policy utilizing a biblical foundation. Students discover ways the United States interacts with countries around the world and why Christians should care about global events. Geography and economics support the learning of civics in this course. Engaging in this study prepares students to be informed citizens who are ready to participate in the American democracy with a Christian worldview.

Credit

1.0 (Two semesters)

Course Versions

Honors version also available

Prerequisites

None

Recommended Grade Levels

7th

Required Materials

In addition to a computer with an Internet connection, most courses require speakers (or headphones); a digital camera or scanner to take photos of completed work; a printer; common household items; access to research materials; and productivity software for word processing, presentations, etc.

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