Where does power come from, and why does it matter? This video will spark engaged thought and conversation amongst your class as it discusses the origins of power, how it's exercised, and what young learners can do to...

While being educated is undoubtedly a privilege, it also comes with great responsibility. Listen as former United States Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice impresses upon her audience the responsibilities that members in a community of...

This video lesson from Khan Academy provides an introduction to the federal bureaucracy. This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics courses, including the AP Government course.

This video lesson from Khan Academy provides an introduction to democracy and its variations. This lesson is intended for students taking high school or college level American Government and Civics courses, including the AP Government...

This video lesson from Khan Academy provides an introduction to the Articles of Confederation and its weaknesses. Shays' Rebellion was one of the catalysts for the Constitutional Convention of 1787. This lesson is intended for students...

The adage, "The nation goes as Ohio goes," is a reflection upon Ohio's key status when it comes to presidential elections and campaigns. But why is that the case? What is so special about Ohio? Our journey begins here. [1:46]

While politics is generally seen as the domain of a civics class, it's something that sociology is interested in too. Today we're looking at the sociological approach to politics, different types of authority and political systems, and...