
Government Projects That Increase Student Engagement
We know that teaching government can be challenging. Engaging high school students who may already feel apathetic toward the subject is certainly no easy task.

We know that teaching government can be challenging. Engaging high school students who may already feel apathetic toward the subject is certainly no easy task.

Teaching the Supreme Court can be challenging when it comes to student engagement. However, I suppose this is not too surprising! Let’s face it, learning

I will be the first to admit that teaching AP Government can be extremely stressful, even for seasoned teachers. The topics are challenging, the workload

Part II of the AP Government Video Resource Series This post is a follow-up to my April post on using AP Government videos for Enhancing

All teachers would probably agree that adding some strategically placed videos to your lessons can really enhance the experience for your students. Short, to-the-point videos

The laws of our country are the foundation of our democracy, safety, and prosperity. Without laws, there would be no protection for citizens’ rights and
With 15 years of experience teaching government, U.S. history, sociology, and AP government in New York and Pennsylvania, Melissa brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to students and teachers all over the world. She is also a certified AP U.S. Government grader for the College Board. Melissa proudly calls Wooster, Ohio, home and is a dedicated mother of two active boys and a supportive wife to a lacrosse coach.