AP Government and Politics Review Packet- DO NOT print in the Media Center!
Download AP Government Review Packet 2012
Another Review Idea: C-Span Review- "Cram for the Exam" This Saturday May 12 from 9:15 until 10:00am (yes it is early!). You can even call in with questions. But, if you can't could't watch it live, here it is:
http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/SchoolUSG
http://www.c-spanvideo.org/program/SchoolUSG
Click here to watch the 2011 review.
Click here to watch the 2010 review.
Click here to watch the 2009 review.
Syllabus These documents are VERY long!! Please use print preview and select only the pages you need. Do not print in Walton Media Center.
Download AP Gov Syllabus Fall 2011
Download AP Gov Syllabus Spring 2012 1
Download AP Comparative Government Syllabus 2012
Current Events
The Current Events assignment is divided up throughout the semester. Each AP Government student is responsible for 3 current events this semester and should use one of these approved media links or links to either newspapers/magazines. Current events should be timely and not more than 3 days old. http://www.c-span.org/Resources/Media-Organizations/
Each AP Comparative student is responsible for 3 current events this semester. Articles should focus on assigned core countries. Students should use The Economist for their current events. Sign-up for free access at the link below:
http://www.economist.com/members/members.cfm?act=registration
Current Events Schedules:
Download AP Government Current Event Assignments Fall 2011
Download AP Government Spring 2012 Current Events
Download AP Comparative 2012 Current Events
SEG (Social Studies Enrichment Grade)- 5 SEG's DUE EACH SEMESTER = 5% of your final grade.
SEG was created to encourage participation in enrichment activities. All points must be recorded on your SEG Sheet and initialed by the teacher. It is your responsibility to keep track of your tally sheet and due dates. SEG is due the day after a test by 3:30. Once this date has past, you do not have the opportunity to earn those points. For example:
SEG 1 is due the day after the Unit 1 Test; SEG 2 is due the day after the Unit 2 Test......
Ideas for SEG (this is also found in your unit syllabus):
IDEAS FOR AP Government SEG
Attend a Cobb County Board of Commissioners Meeting: 7:00pm at 100 Cherokee Street
Marietta, GA 30090 (770) 528-3300 (at Marietta Square) January 24 , Feb. 28, March 27, April 24
Attend a Cobb County School Board Meeting: 7:00 at 514 Glover Street Office Marietta, 30060 Jan. 28, Feb. 23, March 22, April 26
Media Project for SEG Download Media Project for SEG
Watch and compare 3 different news outlets for 3 days. Take notes and write up response for SEG. Details on the assignment sheet.
Interview an Eyewitness Download Oral History Questions
This activity is designed for you to discuss politics and elections with an older relative, friend, or new acquaintance who has witnessed the politcal change in the United States. Please select someone who is at least 65 years young.
