Enlightenment and the American Government

In this lesson, students will be able to identify philosophies of the Enlightenment era in the foundation of the American government.  They will create a booklet to take notes on Enlightenment philosophers and their ideas. 
Resource ID#: 208071 Type: Lesson Plan
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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Educators educators
Suggested Technology: Computer for Presenter, Internet Connection, Interactive Whiteboard, LCD Projector, Microsoft Office
Instructional Time: 45 Minute(s)
Keywords: Enlightenment, Voltaire, government, seperation of powers, social contract, Locke, Montesquieu, Rousseau, civics, lesson, history, integrated, Hobbes
Instructional Component Type(s): Lesson Plan,  Worksheet,  Assessment,  Presentation/Slideshow
Instructional Design Framework(s): Direct Instruction
Resource Collection: Integrated Social Studies with Civics Teacher Resources - Grades 6-12

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