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Standards
for Civics and Economics examine
the roles citizens play in the political,
governmental, and economic systems
in the United States. Students examine
the constitutions of Virginia and
the United States; identify the
rights,
duties, and responsibilities of
citizens; and describe the structure
and operation
of government at the local, state,
and national levels. Students investigate
the process by which decisions are
made in the American market economy
and explain the government’s role
in it. The standards identify personal
character traits, such as patriotism,
respect for the law, and a sense
of civic duty, that facilitate thoughtful
and effective participation in the
civic life of an increasingly diverse
democratic society.
Civic education also must emphasize
the intellectual skills required for
responsible citizenship. Students practice
these skills as they extend their understanding
of the essential knowledge defined by
the standards for Civics and Economics. |
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CE.1
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The
student will develop the social
studies skills citizenship requires,
including the ability to
- examine
and interpret primary and secondary
source documents;
- create
and explain maps, diagrams, tables,
charts, graphs, and spreadsheets;
- analyze
political cartoons, political
advertisements, pictures, and
other graphic media;
- distinguish
between relevant and irrelevant
information;
- review
information for accuracy, separating
fact from opinion;
- identify
a problem and recommend solutions;
- select
and defend positions in writing,
discussion, and debate.
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CE.
2
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The
student will demonstrate knowledge
of the foundations of American
constitutional government by
- explaining
the fundamental principles
of consent of the governed,
limited government, rule of
law, democracy, and representative
government;
- explaining
the significance of the charters
of the Virginia
Company of London, the Virginia
Declaration of Rights,
the Declaration
of Independence, the Articles
of Confederation, the Virginia
Statute for Religious Freedom,
and the Constitution
of the United States, including
the Bill
of Rights;
- identifying
the purposes for the Constitution of
the United States as they are
stated in its Preamble.
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CE
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The
student will demonstrate knowledge
of citizenship and
the rights, duties, and responsibilities
of citizens by
- describing
the processes by which
an individual becomes
a citizen of the United
States;
- describing
the First Amendment freedoms
of religion, speech, press, assembly,
and petition, and the rights
guaranteed by due
process and equal
protection of the laws;
- describing
the duties
of citizenship, including
obeying the laws, paying
taxes, defending the
nation, and serving
in court;
- examining
the responsibilities of
citizenship, including
registering and voting,
communicating with government
officials, participating
in political campaigns,
keeping informed about
current issues, and respecting
differing opinions in a
diverse society;
- evaluating
how civic and social duties
address community needs
and serve the public good.
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CE.4
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The
student will demonstrate knowledge
of personal character traits that
facilitate thoughtful and effective
participation in civic life by
- practicing trustworthinessand honesty;
- practicing courtesy and respect
for the rights of others;
- practicing
responsibility, accountability,
and self-reliance;
- practicing
respect for the law;
- practicing patriotism.
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CE.5
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The
student will demonstrate knowledge
of the political process at the
local, state, and national levels
of government by
- describing
the functions of political
parties;
- comparing
the similarities and differences
of political parties;
- analyzing campaigns for
elective office, with emphasis
on the role of the media;
- examining
the role of campaign contributions
and costs;
- describing voter
registration and participation;
- describing
the role of the Electoral
College in the election
of the President and Vice President.
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CE.6
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The
student will demonstrate knowledge
of the American constitutional
government by
- explaining
the relationship of state governments
to the national government
in the federal
system;
- describing
the structure and powers of
local, state, and national
governments;
- explaining
the principle of separation
of powers and the operation
of checks
and balances;
- identifying
the procedures for amending
the Constitution of the United
States.
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CE.7
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The
student will demonstrate knowledge
of how public
policy is made at the local,
state, and national levels of
government by
- explaining
the lawmaking
process;
- describing
the roles and powers
of the executive branch;
- examining
the impact of the media on
public opinion and public policy;
- describing
how individuals and interest
groups influence public policy.
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CE.8
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The
student will demonstrate knowledge
of the judicial
systems established by the Constitution of
Virginia and the Constitution
of the United States by
- describing
the organization and jurisdiction
of federal and state courts;
- describing
the exercise of judicial
review;
- explaining court
proceedings in civil and criminal cases;
- explaining
how due
process protections seek to ensure
justice.
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CE.9
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The
student will demonstrate knowledge
of how economic
decisions are made in the
marketplace by
- applying
the concepts of scarcity, resources,
choice, opportunity cost, price,
incentives, supply and demand,
production, and consumption;
- comparing
the differences among free market,
command, and mixed economies;
- describing
the characteristics of the United
States economy, including free
markets, private property, profit,
and competition.
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CE.10
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The
student will demonstrate knowledge
of the structure and operation
of the United States economy by
- describing
the types of business organizations
and the role of entrepreneurship;
- explaining
the circular flow that shows how
consumers (households), businesses
(producers), and markets interact;
- explaining
how financial institutions encourage saving
and investing;
- examining
the relationship of Virginia and
the United States to the global
economy, with emphasis on the
impact of technological innovations.
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CE.11
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The
student will demonstrate knowledge
of the role of government in the
United States economy by
- examining
competition in the marketplace;
- explaining
the creation of public goods and
services;
- describing
the impact of taxation, including
an understanding of the reasons
for the 16th
amendment, spending, and borrowing;
- explaining
how the Federal
Reserve System regulates the
money supply;
- describing
the protection of consumer rights
and property rights.
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CE.12
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The
student will demonstrate knowledge
of career
opportunities by
- identifying
talents, interests, and aspirations
that influence career choice;
- identifying
attitudes and behaviors that strengthen
the individual work ethic and
promote career success;
- identifying
skills and education that careers
require;
- examining
the impact of technological change
on career opportunities.
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