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Unit Two: American Political Ideologies  & Beliefs

Essential Question #1 : How do demographics, political culture, and dynamic social change shape citizen beliefs about government, and how are those beliefs measured?
Essential Question #2 :
How do changes in the media as a linkage institution influence political institutions and behavior?
Essential Question #3 : How do political ideologies shape policy debates and choices in American politics?
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​Lesson # 1:
Political SOCIALIZATION
PUBLIC OPINION
POLLING
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Lesson 1 PowerPoint Slides
Lesson 1 Workbook Pages
​Lesson 1 Videos:
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​ Lesson 1 Readings:​
  • public opinion (9:49)
  • ​shaping public opinion (7:20)
  • Pros & Cons of Public Opinion Polls (4:24)
  • Science Behind Opinion Polls (4:07)

Lesson 1 Readings:
  • Fake polls are a real problem
  • ​Polling Report.com
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lesson # 2:
political socialization
​& political opinions
​Lesson 2 PowerPoint Slides
Lesson 2 Workbook Pages
​Lesson 2 Videos:
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  • Political Ideology (8:46)​​​​
  • Political Spectrum Explained (4:35)
  • Conservative v. Liberal Beliefs
  • Monetary & Fiscal Policy (9:18)
  • Social Policy - Crash Course (8:53)
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  • Home
  • Units of Study
    • UNIT 1: FOUNDATIONS OF AMERICAN DEMOCRACY
    • Unit 2: Political Ideologies & Beliefs
    • Unit 3: Political Participation
    • Unit 4: Civil Liberties & Civil Rights
    • UNIT 5: INTERACTIONS AMONG BRANCHES
  • AP EXAM REVIEW