Day 27 - Executive Simulation AAR

Learning Targets:

• Explain how presidents have interpreted and justified their use of formal and informal powers.
• Explain how the president can implement a policy agenda. 
• Explain how communication technology has changed the president’s relationship with the national constituency and the other branches.

Opener: Presidents' national address

Time for presidents to put our minds at ease!

Activity #1 - Presidential Simulation AAR

After having completed the executive branch simulation, take time to reflect on the following questions:

1. What were the greatest challenges to success?  Identify at least 2.
2. What were the keys to success?  
3. What would you have done differently?

Activity #2 - Executive Wrap Up and Review

Before you leave, ensure that you have completed and turned-in the following:

• Simulation Product (recommendation, speech, AAR questions)
• Executive 1-pager (in your notebook)
• Roles of the President Handout
• Executive Webquest
• https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XwdKMADlUdMb6XrKUEGqcsQiELD1n_m_uvQ9PB-CU-w/edit?usp=sharing

Close:  Explain how and why presidents have expanded the power of the executive branch over the last 150 years.