Civics Simulation
Lesson Plan
In this lesson, students will participate in a simulation of a state-level oversight investigation about a scandal or problem in Michigan. Students will role-play a member of the legislature, a witness, or a member of the media. Teachers can choose from several oversight scenarios that best fit their classroom and community. Download includes lesson plan and all student materials.
Content Standards
MI Civics – 6.3.1 Explain the personal dispositions that contribute to knowledgeable and engaged participation in civic communities.
MI Civics – 6.3.2 Explain how informed members of society influence civic life.
MI Civics – 6.4.1 Explain and evaluate how people, individually or collectively, seek to bring the United States closer to its Democratic Values.
MI Civics – 6.4.2 Identify, discuss, and analyze methods individuals and/or groups have chosen to attempt social and legal change. Assess the effects of civil disobedience, social movements, demonstrations, protests on society and law.
MI Civics – 6.4.3 Identify and describe a local, state, national, or international public policy issue; research and evaluate multiple solutions; analyze the consequences of each solution and propose, defend, and take relevant action to address or resolve the issue.
MI Civics – 6.4.4 Equip students with the skills and knowledge to explore multiple pathways for knowledgeable civic engagement through simulations and/or real-world opportunities for involvement.
