Lesson on Friday, January 12, 2018

Aim: What is the concept of ideology, and the liberal-conservative continuum?

Bell Ringer: Journal 30 - Are you a liberal, moderate, or conservative? How do you know this? (10 min)

Objectives:

5.5  Define the concept of ideology, describe the liberal-conservative continuum, and assess the influence of ideology on public opinion.

5.6  Assess the impact of knowledge, self-interest, and leadership on political opinions.

Agenda: (slides 27-35)

1. Liberals vs Conservatives: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbh64LX6-HY (10 min)

2. Did you forget Chapter 1? (slide 29) At this time, write a second paragraph in Journal 30 editing your self-classification. Please explain why you have classified yourself as such. (5 min)

3. Complete PPT, slides 30-35

4. Chapter 5 Vocabulary Quiz / grade Journals 11-30 (2 grades)

5. Political Beliefs and Opinions Concept Maps presentations (rest of class)

6. During presentations, complete Journal 31 - Which social grouping - education, income, region, race, ethnicity, religion, or gender - has the strongest systematic effect on attitudes toward government's role in maintaining order, such as outlawing abortions?

Home Learning:

1.Chapter 6 IDs, due Tuesday, January 16, 2018 C

2. A Liberal and a Conservative Get Handcuffed for 24 Hours https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iOpEqoKAf9k (7 min)

3. How Are Conservative And Liberal Brains Different? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4nMzD1OmDE (3 min)

Think About it: