Instructional Video8:08
Hip Hughes History

The Flexible U.S. Constitution Explained in 10 Minutes

6th - 12th
Holy old video HipHughes! Check out the ancient stuff from the past when resolution is a nightmare and special effects were titles on the screen! Geared for 11th grade NY State students seeking to pass the Regents exam.
Instructional Video5:58
Hip Hughes History

McCulloch vs Maryland Explained: US History Review

6th - 12th
An essential case for students of US History and law as well as the reliable cray cray on the internet, McCulloch vs Maryland helps to define Federalism as well as the elastic clause. Let HipHughes takes something as dull as cardboard...
Instructional Video9:20
Hip Hughes History

Guessing on Tests

6th - 12th
Multiple choice guessing strategies for state exams in the Social Studies. Specifically designed for the NY State Regents examinations but applicable to multiple disciplines.
Instructional Video8:07
Hip Hughes History

The Violence Against Women Act: US v Morrison (2000)

6th - 12th
Is the Violence Against Women Act Constitutional? An examination of the interstate commerce clause through the lens of the Supreme Court case US V Morrison (2000).
Instructional Video33:52
Hip Hughes History

Supreme Court Cases For Dummies: US History Review

6th - 12th
First, you are not a dummy. Watch Mr. Hughes serve up a heaping helpful of Judicial Review designed to help you pass your tests and walking around a little smarter than when you started
Instructional Video23:10
Hip Hughes History

Constitutional Flexibility For Dummies -- The Living Constitution

6th - 12th
First of all you are not a dummy. Mr. Hughes serves up a healthy serving of the US Constitution in this lecture looking at the theme of change. Easy to digest and guaranteed not to make you throw up in your mouth. This lecture is perfect...
Instructional Video6:00
Hip Hughes History

The War Powers Resolution Explained: US History Review

6th - 12th
An overview of the 1973 War Powers Resolution (War Powers Act).
Instructional Video7:01
Hip Hughes History

Constitutional Interpretation & The Supreme Court: American Government Review

6th - 12th
There are two basic ways of approaching reading the Constitution; strict and loose. Both are given props in this video, so whoever your favorite founding father peeps are, something in here should give you a smile. Of course some might...
Instructional Video7:00
Hip Hughes History

What are implied powers? American Government Review

6th - 12th
How do you define implied powers? How did the Supreme Court interpret them? Where are implied powers found in the US Constitution. In this dynamic lecture we explain the basics so ur understanding of the Constitution is anything but!
Instructional Video3:34
Hip Hughes History

The Elastic Clause Explained in 3 Minutes: The Constitution for Dummies Series

6th - 12th
In order to understand the Constitution you must understand the elastic clause and the tenth amendment or you are #losing. So take four minutes and prepare yourself for future debates whatever side of the fence you sit.
Instructional Video10:17
Hip Hughes History

George Washington in Ten Minutes

6th - 12th
A quick look at U.S. history for students preparing for end of the year tests such as the NY state regents. This lecture focuses on George Washington, Whiskey Rebellion, Farewell Address,, Hamilton, and the Marshall Court.
Instructional Video5:48
Hip Hughes History

The Tenth Amendment Explained: The Constitution for Dummies Series

6th - 12th
The 10th Amendment to the US Constitution and the principle of federalism explained. Continuing the Constitution for Dummies Series with the Bill of Rights and Amendment 10. Explained simply so you can understand the Constitution of the...
Instructional Video7:00
Hip Hughes History

Calling for a Constitutional Convention by the States

6th - 12th
What is Article V and how can it lead to a new Constitutional Convention? An overview of the issue. Perfect for Government students and those who like to engage in political debate.
Instructional Video7:12
Hip Hughes History

Alexander Hamilton Explained: US HIstory Review

6th - 12th
HipHughes takes you through the essentials of Alexander Hamilton, grooving and griming through his economic policies that helped to strengthened the early republic. Perfect for students going over the basics or studying for a big exam.
Instructional Video5:18
Hip Hughes History

The Marshall Court Explained: US History Review

6th - 12th
HipHughes breezes through the three essential Marshall court cases, Marbury v Madison, McCulloch v Maryland and Gibbons v Ogden. Simple learnin', not meant for in depth course work, just enough so you don't look like a dummy.
Instructional Video27:17
Hip Hughes History

US Federalism For Dummies: American Government Review

6th - 12th
For the discerning dummy and smart smart people, this video is designed for AP American Government students, College students lost in the wilderness in a political science course and just crazy people on the internet with nothing better...