The lesson will explain how a President can issue Executive Orders, which have the binding force of law upon federal agencies, but do not require approval of the United States Congress. Executive Orders are subject to judicial review and interpretation. Furthermore, the lesson will evaluate the differences between integration and segregation. Students will evaluate one of ten executive orders that had consequential ramifications on American society by using a primary source document analysis sheet from the National Archives.
I want students to comprehend the effects of executive power and use critical thinking when analyzing sources.
The student will identify what is an Executive Order and assess the impact of Executive Orders on American society.
MO: 9-12.AH.6.GS.B Determine the lasting impact of this period on principles of government including separation of powers, executive orders, checks and balances, rule of law, judicial review, and limited government.
Ted Talk Video: Executive Orders
10 of the Most Consequential Executive Orders and Proclamations in Presidential History by David Roos.
Executive Orders 101: What are they and how do Presidents use them? by National Constitution Center Staff.
What Is The Difference Between Integration And Desegregation? by Paul Arnold.