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James Madison, Federalist #10, and Factions in America
One of the most vexing problems facing students and teachers alike is the teaching of Federalist #10. Federalist #10 and the issue of factions is...
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If you read my previous blog post, The Most Foundational Document: The U.S. Constitution, you'll have noticed a classroom activity for the Constitution unit. If you were interested in finding out more on this activity, you're in luck
In this video I will briefly discuss a great simulation that ends up being the culminating activity for the Constitution unit called The Federalists v. Anti-Federalists: A Town Hall Meeting. I will discuss how you can assign your class this simulation that incorporates all aspects of the Constitution, stressing its importance in our study of AP® Government.
I hope you enjoy the video and the lesson.
Brian Stevens
AP® Government Instructor and College Board Consultant
Brian Stevens has served as an AP® instructor, reader, table leader, book reviewer, and consultant for the past 30 years. Teaching at Coldwater High School in Coldwater, Michigan, Brian's students have excelled on the AP® U.S. Government and Politics Exam. Brian has also been a leader in developing law-related curriculum in Michigan and conducted workshops throughout the United States and Germany.
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