Module Objectives
- Synthesize content from the assigned texts to complete the discussion board assignments (CCO A4)
- Compose a thesis statement that states an assertion, sets limits on the topic, and indicates organization (CCO A3)
- Collaborate effectively in a small group and use technology to complete a project (CCO A2 & A6)
- Conduct in-depth research, including accessing and choosing appropriate academic sources for a group project (CCO A7)
- Compose a source-based essay based on the module readings and topics (CCO A1, A8, B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6 & B7)
- Conduct a peer review assignment (CCO A1 & A2)
- Apply academically appropriate grammar, spelling, semantics and style in all module assignments (CCO A5)
- Apply MLA standards in all module assignments (CCO A9)
Unit Created by Jocelyn Broadwick
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Week 1 Resources
Read the following:
- Is the United States of America a Republic or a Democracy?By Eugene Volokh, Washington Post Blog
Link to add to Blackboard: http://ccbcmd.idm.oclc.org/login?url=https://search-proquest-com.ccbcmd.idm.oclc.org/docview/1680672337?accountid=3784 - The ConstitutionThe Constitution of the United States of America is the supreme law of the United States. Empowered with the sovereign authority of the people by the framers and the consent of the legislatures of the states, it is the source of all government powers, and also provides important limitations on the government that protect the fundamental rights of United States citizens.
Week 2 Resources
Read and watch the following:
- Preamble & Articles of the U.S. Constitution InfographicThe Preamble is the opening statement to the U.S. Constitution that explains why the Constitution was written and why the founders made the government a republic.
- The Constitution of the United States: A TranscriptionThe following text is a transcription of the Constitution as it was inscribed by Jacob Shallus on parchment (the document on display in the Rotunda at the National Archives Museum.) The spelling and punctuation reflect the original.
- Bill of Rights of the United States of America (1791)The first 10 amendments to the Constitution make up the Bill of Rights. James Madison wrote the amendments, which list specific prohibitions on governmental power, in response to calls from several states for greater constitutional protection for individual liberties.
Week 3 Resources
Read the following:
- Lumen Module: Thesis StatementsReview Module 7
- 14th Amendment, Then and Now - InfographicPassed by Congress on June 13, 1866, the 14th amendment came about in the Reconstruction era of the United States after the end of the Civil War. Because of the defeat of the Confederacy many new federal laws were put in place.
- Failed AmendmentsPrior to 1919 when the 18 th Amendment was ratified, there was no time limit on the ratification process. However, in 1919, Congress instituted a time limit on the passage of a proposed addition to the Constitution. To date, six Amendments have been proposed that have not been ratified. Only two of the proposed Amendments could still be ratified.
- Constitutional Amendment ProcessThe authority to amend the Constitution of the United States is derived from Article V of the Constitution.
Conduct research using CCBC Library Databases. Try the following:
- U.S. History This link opens in a new window Articles, essays, and primary sources on the history of the United States.
- Credo Reference This link opens in a new window Background information on all topics to start your research.
Week 4 Resources
Read the following:
- Lumen Module: Revising and EditingReview Module 14
- Lumen Module: General Revision Points to ConsiderReview Module 14
- Lumen Module: Specific Revision Points to ConsiderReview Module 14
Library Resources
Check each week's box for library databases, help, and more.
For help with MLA Citations see our library guide: http://libraryguides.ccbcmd.edu/Citations/mla8
Students can request a Research Assistance Program Appointment with a Librarian or ask the Librarian at the desk any time for help with research or citations!
More Databases:
- SIRS Issues Researcher This link opens in a new window
Viewpoint essays, topic essays, and news and magazine articles on controversial issues. Browse for topics or search.
- ProQuest Central This link opens in a new window
Articles on any subject. This is a good place to start.
- Opposing Viewpoints This link opens in a new window
Viewpoint essays, topic essays, and news and magazine articles on controversial issues. Browse for topics or search.