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TED Talks
Daniel Suarez: The kill decision shouldn't belong to a robot
As a novelist, Daniel Suarez spins dystopian tales of the future. But on the TEDGlobal stage, he talks us through a real-life scenario we all need to know more about: the rise of autonomous robotic weapons of war. Advanced drones,...
Makematic
Constitutional Foundations: Part One
In 1787, the Framers met in Philadelphia to revise the Articles of Confederation but instead crafted a new constitution, drawing on principles from ancient civilizations.
PBS
Voter Mobilization in Texas
Henry B. Gonzalez, José Luis Guttierez, and Willie Velasquez are the focus of a video that spotlights the contributions the three individuals made for the Chicano population. Actual footage alongside passionate interviews from family...
National Constitution Center
The Legislative Branch
A visit to Washington, DC inspired Congressman John Lewis; a video visit to Congress and the Constitutional Convention just might inspire your learners. Using an intriguing video, viewers learn why and how the Founding Fathers created a...
Bill of Rights Institute
Constitutional Principles: Consent of the Governed
A government of the people, by the people, and for the people! Invite your class to really analyze the concept of consent of the governed and why it is one of the foundational principles of the United States Constitution and of...
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Geographic Functional and Ideological Representation
On today's podcast, we discuss geographic, functional, and ideological representation.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: The Debate Over Representation in the Expanding Republic
The delegates to the Philadelphia Convention recognized that the United States would expand, and planned accordingly.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Republican Government
Looks at the characteristics of a republican government.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Freedom of Speech Pt. 4: Advancement of Knowledge
Discusses how knowledge and ideas can only be advanced when all points of view are considered, which is why freedom of speech and expression are so important.
Bill of Rights Institute
Bill of Rights Institute: Constiutional Principles Videos
Do you understand why separation of powers is important for protecting our freedom? This short, engaging video focuses on the constitutional principle of separation of powers. Clear definitions and graphics, an engaging historical...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Madison's Role in the Constitutional Convention in 1787
Lynne Cheney, author of "James Madison: A Life Reconsidered" in conversation with Walter Isaacson of the Aspen Institute about the role of James Madison at the Constitutional Convention. [7:05]