Have you ever wondered why you believe what you believe? Scholars research how opinions form in United States government and politics. They view the 34th video of a 50-part series to analyze and discuss the impact media, religion, and upbringing has on how they see the world. 

Concepts

the united states government, american politics, public opinion

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Analyze how current events via outlets like the New York Times influence how people view issues
• Assign a reading on how the mass media works to shape public opinion 

Classroom Considerations

• Short video is less than 10 minutes
  

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Includes an animated thought bubble that animates the key concept
• Provides additional primary source information for further research 

Cons

• None

Common Core

RH.9-10.1 RH.9-10.2 RH.9-10.3 RH.11-12.1 RH.11-12.2 RH.11-12.3