Objective:

• In this lesson, students learn the complexities of the election process, with a focus on the electoral college and its effect on the campaign process. Students play “Win the White House” from iCivics after an introduction to the electoral college.
• Explain the electoral process (primary and general elections, Electoral College)
• Identify the influence of the media in forming public opinion Analyze how parts of a whole interact to produce outcomes in complex systems

Assessments:

• Students will be formatively assessed throughout the informal class and group discussions
• Students will be summatively assessed by completing a reflection sheet from their experiences

Materials:

• Computers with internet access
• Win the White House Teacher Guides:
• iCivics Teacher User Guide
• Win the White House Guide
• Win the White House Game
• Win the White House Reflection Sheets

Differentiation:

For students needing more of a challenge, provide more questions or ask for more in-depth reflections about their experience.

Students with reading challenges can work with the support of an educational assistant or work with a partner during the Win the White House Game. Students can complete Win the White House reflection orally with classroom teacher or support staff.