Skip to main navigation Skip to search Skip to main content

Teach About U.S. Moodle Course: The U.S. Embassy School Election Project 2024

  • Torben Schmidt (Rights Holder)
  • Sina Werner (Data Collector)
  • Sarah Laum (Creator)
  • Kim Carina Steiner (Creator)
  • Melina Serena Friedrich (Creator)
  • Torben Schmidt (Creator)
  • Sina Werner (Data Collector)
  • Sarah Laum (Data Collector)
  • Kim Carina Steiner (Data Collector)
  • Melina Serena Friedrich (Data Collector)
  • Torben Schmidt (Rights Holder)

Dataset

Description

The resource comprises an English language course centered around the topic of U.S. 2020 and 2024 Elections, encompassing a well-structured curriculum comprising language activities and multimedia resources, which can be seamlessly integrated into the Moodle learning management system. The courses are structured around the theme of U.S. Presidential Elections, guiding students to explore and analyze a specific U.S. state in depth. Through intensive research and investigation, students delve into various aspects of the chosen state, including its voting history, economy, culture, demographics and political landscape. This comprehensive exploration empowers learners to develop a nuanced understanding of the state's unique characteristics and its potential voting patterns. Within the courses, a wide range of engaging language activities is provided, encompassing reading comprehension, speaking opportunities, research and writing assignments. These activities are strategically designed to reinforce English language proficiency while simultaneously fostering critical thinking skills, cultural awareness, and deeper understanding of the U.S. political system. The inclusion of open source texts and materials enriches the learning experience and exposes students to authentic and diverse sources of information such as news articles, transcribed speeches, interviews, H5P videos, official government websites and historical documents related to U.S. Elections and politics. This exposure enhances learners' language proficiency by immersing them in real-world language usage and providing valuable insights into the intricacies of American politics. The course materials are conveniently packaged in a moodle file. The courses are accompanied with a teaching notes document providing teachers with a detailed overview of the courses content and offering in-depth explanations, essential teaching points and suggested approaches for interactive activities.

Analysis of digital content

Other

Moodle file
Date made available21.03.2025
PublisherMedien- und Informationszentrum, Leuphana Universität Lüneburg
Geographical coverageDEU

Cite this