CONTENT STATEMENT
Opportunities for civic engagement within the structures of government are made possible through political and public policy processes.
Content elaboration
A variety of opportunities exist at the local, state, and national levels for students to engage with issues that appeal to them.
As students look for opportunities for civic engagement, they will identify issues, and then research, debate, and propose appropriate solutions. As part of this process, students will devise action plans, and examine the possible consequences of each proposed solution, weighing the costs and benefits of each approach.
Political processes are related to the acquisition of governmental power and influencing governmental decision-making. Public policy processes are related to the institutional actions and procedures involved with the government carrying out its functions.
EXPECTATIONS FOR LEARNING
Devise and implement a plan to address a problem by engaging either the political process or the public policy process.