Having a government may feel complicated and cumbersome, but as John Locke contends in his Two Treatises of Government, it is better than allowing human nature to regulate itself. A short video presents high schoolers with an explanation of Locke's philosophy of government and its service to the governed, rather than the other way around.

Concepts

john locke, philosophers, government systems, human nature, governments, authority

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Additional Tags

social studies

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Instructional Ideas

• Use during a study of the European Enlightenment or during an overview of governmental philosophy
• Have learners watch the video at home and come prepared for a flipped classroom activity the next day

Classroom Considerations

• Comment section is open to the public
• Video is a short sample of a larger analysis, which is available on the publisher's website with a paid subscription or free trial

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Uses a soccer metaphor to illustrate the main point
• Presents a philosophical question that is perfect for class discussion

Cons

• None

Common Core

RH.9-10.2 RH.9-10.9 RH.11-12.2 RH.11-12.9