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Contentious Elections and the Peaceful Transition of Power

In this eLesson, students will examine the various ways this peaceful transition is maintained and has been tested through American history. Students will examine the Constitutional mechanisms in place for deciding who wins a presidential election. They will then explore several elections during which this system was put to the ultimate test and obtain a better understanding of the systems that perpetuate American republican government.

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Lesson Plan
Lesson Plan (PDF)

Standards & Objectives

Essential and guiding questions: 
  • What does it mean to have a peaceful transition of power?
  • Why is this important
  • What would happen if this transfer of power was interrupted?
  • What events must take place in order for a peaceful transfer of power to occur?
  • What role do the American people play in legitimizing the transition of power?

References

Citations: 

Bill of Rights Institute - http://billofrightsinstitute.org/about-us/

Originator: 
Ayers Institute for Learning & Innovation