Organizer

As a teacher, it is vital to understand how the U.S. Constitution establishes a separation of power within the American government because it is a fundamental aspect of our democracy. By developing your knowledge of how our government is structured, you can help your students develop an understanding of the democratic process.

Imagine this scenario: You are a teacher who has been asked to create a graphic organizer, infographic, or poster that compares the three branches of government created by the U.S. Constitution as a learning aid for a group of teacher students.

Note: You may create another type of visual communication as approved by your instructor.

Design your visual communication to be used as a teaching aid in your classroom.

Identify branch responsibilities and discuss checks and balances for each branch.

Identify which branch you believe to be the most powerful and why.