1. Andrew Jackson and the Growth of American Democracy.
How well did President Andrew Jackson promote democracy?
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2. Andrew Jackson and the Growth of American Democracy
Andrew Jackson and the Growth of American Democracy. Using the picture from 256 of orange book, complete the see, think, wonder page from your packet.

3. Learning Goals/Targets:
Chapter 14:  Andrew Jackson and the Growth of American Democracy. EQ:  How well did Andrew Jackson promote democracy?
Learning Goals/Targets:
A.  Identify who ran against for President in 1824 and 1828, describe the campaign of 1824 using the term “Corrupt Bargain”, and describe the campaign of 1828.
     B.  Identify the main supporters of Jackson and describe why they could relate to him
and compare and contrast the 1829 Presidential Inauguration of Jackson with
other Presidential Inaugurations.
2.  Describe Jackson’s approach to governing using the following terms:  Kitchen
Cabinet, Spoils System, and Civil Servants.
3.  A.  Describe the North’s and South’s position on the 1828 law that raised tariffs and
explain Jackson’s solution/compromise.  
    B.  Describe the Nullification Crisis and Jackson’s solution to the Nullification Crisis.
4.  Explain Jackson’s position towards and action against the Bank of the United States.
5.  Describe Jackson’s Indian Policy using the terms, Five Civilized Tribes, Indian Removal Act, and Trail of Tears.  
Key Terms:
Jacksonian Democracy Spoils System Secede
Civil Servant Tariff Trail of Tears.

4. 14.1: Introduction Read 14.1 and be able to:
Describe the election of 1828
Give an example from both candidates that supports your description.
What was Jackson’s reaction to the campaign.
2. Answer:
Who supported Jackson for the Presidency of the United States?
Who did not support him?
Predict what this might mean for Jackson

5. Andrew Jackson: Chapter 14 Student Taught Lessons
Each group will be assigned one section to teach.
You may use any type of presentation. For example, PowerPoint, Photo-Story, etc…
You must have an introduction to your topic that includes what students will learn and why it is important.
You must use the provided handout to guide the lesson and teach to understanding the questions from your section.
You must summarize what students should know and why it is important.
You MAY create additional activities or questions as desired.
Your presentation must be under 10 minutes.

6. Chapter 14 Student Taught Lesson Rubric

7. Learning Goals/Targets:
Chapter 14:  Andrew Jackson and the Growth of American Democracy. EQ:  How well did Andrew Jackson promote democracy?
Learning Goals/Targets:
A.  Identify who ran against for President in 1824 and 1828, describe the campaign of 1824 using the term “Corrupt Bargain”, and describe the campaign of 1828.
     B.  Identify the main supporters of Jackson and describe why they could relate to him
and compare and contrast the 1829 Presidential Inauguration of Jackson with
other Presidential Inaugurations.
2.  Describe Jackson’s approach to governing using the following terms:  Kitchen
Cabinet, Spoils System, and Civil Servants.
3.  A.  Describe the North’s and South’s position on the 1828 law that raised tariffs and
explain Jackson’s solution/compromise.  
    B.  Describe the Nullification Crisis and Jackson’s solution to the Nullification Crisis.
4.  Explain Jackson’s position towards and action against the Bank of the United States.
5.  Describe Jackson’s Indian Policy using the terms, Five Civilized Tribes, Indian Removal Act, and Trail of Tears.  
Key Terms:
Jacksonian Democracy Spoils System Secede
Civil Servant Tariff Trail of Tears.

8. 14.2: From the Frontier to the White House
As a group, discuss the key content terms from your packet.
Which do you know?
Which do you think you know?
Which do you not know?
Label each term: know, think, or don’t know.
Read 14.2 to complete the road map in your packet. Be sure write a sentence to explain the significance.

9. Learning Goals/Targets:
Chapter 14:  Andrew Jackson and the Growth of American Democracy. EQ:  How well did Andrew Jackson promote democracy?
Learning Goals/Targets:
A.  Identify who ran against for President in 1824 and 1828, describe the campaign of 1824 using the term “Corrupt Bargain”, and describe the campaign of 1828.
     B.  Identify the main supporters of Jackson and describe why they could relate to him
and compare and contrast the 1829 Presidential Inauguration of Jackson with
other Presidential Inaugurations.
2.  Describe Jackson’s approach to governing using the following terms:  Kitchen
Cabinet, Spoils System, and Civil Servants.
3.  A.  Describe the North’s and South’s position on the 1828 law that raised tariffs and
explain Jackson’s solution/compromise.  
    B.  Describe the Nullification Crisis and Jackson’s solution to the Nullification Crisis.
4.  Explain Jackson’s position towards and action against the Bank of the United States.
5.  Describe Jackson’s Indian Policy using the terms, Five Civilized Tribes, Indian Removal Act, and Trail of Tears.  
Key Terms:
Jacksonian Democracy Spoils System Secede
Civil Servant Tariff Trail of Tears.

10. 14.3: The Inauguration of Andrew Jackson
Complete the See, Think, Wonder from your packet using picture from 14.3 (p.260 of orange book).

11. 14.3: The Inauguration Complete section 3 question 1. Upper Class.
Is Jackson really the best this
country has to offer? He represents the uneducated commoners—look how they
behaved after his inauguration!
Finally, one of us has been
elected president! We have rescued the country
from being taken over by the rich! Let’s Party!
Upper Class.
Common Man

12. 14.3: The Inauguration
2. What did Jackson say he would do to promote democracy?
Jackson promised to throw out the monied interests and return the government to the people.

13. Learning Goals/Targets:
Chapter 14:  Andrew Jackson and the Growth of American Democracy. EQ:  How well did Andrew Jackson promote democracy?
Learning Goals/Targets:
A.  Identify who ran against for President in 1824 and 1828, describe the campaign of 1824 using the term “Corrupt Bargain”, and describe the campaign of 1828.
     B.  Identify the main supporters of Jackson and describe why they could relate to him
and compare and contrast the 1829 Presidential Inauguration of Jackson with
other Presidential Inaugurations.
2.  Describe Jackson’s approach to governing using the following terms:  Kitchen
Cabinet, Spoils System, and Civil Servants.
3.  A.  Describe the North’s and South’s position on the 1828 law that raised tariffs and
explain Jackson’s solution/compromise.  
    B.  Describe the Nullification Crisis and Jackson’s solution to the Nullification Crisis.
4.  Explain Jackson’s position towards and action against the Bank of the United States.
5.  Describe Jackson’s Indian Policy using the terms, Five Civilized Tribes, Indian Removal Act, and Trail of Tears.  
Key Terms:
Jacksonian Democracy Spoils System Secede
Civil Servant Tariff Trail of Tears.

14. 14.4: Jackson’s Approach to Governing
The men in Jackson’s cabinet are not the proper sort to be running the country. He has created a “spoils system” that rewards his supporters, not the most qualified.
Complete section 4 question 1.
Jackson is a strong leader who does what he thinks is right. We agree with his decision to replace civil servants. Rotating them is more democratic than lifetime service.
Upper Class.
Common Man

15. 14.4: Jackson’s Approach to Governing.
Complete question 2 from section 4:
“Do you think Jackson’s approach to governing promoted democracy? Why or why not?
Common Man: Might say yes. More could vote. He represented them and broke down barriers.
Wealthy and Natives: Might say no. Took away wealthy persons’ power. Indian Removal Act.

16. Learning Goals/Targets:
Chapter 14:  Andrew Jackson and the Growth of American Democracy. EQ:  How well did Andrew Jackson promote democracy?
Learning Goals/Targets:
A.  Identify who ran against for President in 1824 and 1828, describe the campaign of 1824 using the term “Corrupt Bargain”, and describe the campaign of 1828.
     B.  Identify the main supporters of Jackson and describe why they could relate to him
and compare and contrast the 1829 Presidential Inauguration of Jackson with
other Presidential Inaugurations.
2.  Describe Jackson’s approach to governing using the following terms:  Kitchen
Cabinet, Spoils System, and Civil Servants.
3.  A.  Describe the North’s and South’s position on the 1828 law that raised tariffs and
explain Jackson’s solution/compromise.  
    B.  Describe the Nullification Crisis and Jackson’s solution to the Nullification Crisis.
4.  Explain Jackson’s position towards and action against the Bank of the United States.
5.  Describe Jackson’s Indian Policy using the terms, Five Civilized Tribes, Indian Removal Act, and Trail of Tears.  
Key Terms:
Jacksonian Democracy Spoils System Secede
Civil Servant Tariff Trail of Tears.

17. 14.5: The Nullification Crisis
Complete section 5 question 1.
The new tariff law is unconstitutional. The tariffs hurt our cotton sales to other countries. We will secede if the government tries to enforce the law.
We support the new tariff law. Higher prices form imported factory good means we can sell the products made in our country.
Southerner
Northerner

18. 14.5: The Nullification Crisis
Do you think Jackson’s response to the nullification crises promoted democracy? Why or why not?

19. Learning Goals/Targets:
Chapter 14:  Andrew Jackson and the Growth of American Democracy. EQ:  How well did Andrew Jackson promote democracy?
Learning Goals/Targets:
A.  Identify who ran against for President in 1824 and 1828, describe the campaign of 1824 using the term “Corrupt Bargain”, and describe the campaign of 1828.
     B.  Identify the main supporters of Jackson and describe why they could relate to him
and compare and contrast the 1829 Presidential Inauguration of Jackson with
other Presidential Inaugurations.
2.  Describe Jackson’s approach to governing using the following terms:  Kitchen
Cabinet, Spoils System, and Civil Servants.
3.  A.  Describe the North’s and South’s position on the 1828 law that raised tariffs and
explain Jackson’s solution/compromise.  
    B.  Describe the Nullification Crisis and Jackson’s solution to the Nullification Crisis.
4.  Explain Jackson’s position towards and action against the Bank of the United States.
5.  Describe Jackson’s Indian Policy using the terms, Five Civilized Tribes, Indian Removal Act, and Trail of Tears.  
Key Terms:
Jacksonian Democracy Spoils System Secede
Civil Servant Tariff Trail of Tears.

20. 14.6: Jackson Battle Bank of U.S.
Complete section 6 question 1.
The bank is important to our economy. It supports businesspeople who depend on it for loans. He has overstepped his authority by dismantling it and putting federal money in his “pet banks”.
Jackson’s dismantling of the bank shows he is a champion of the people. The bank is an unconstitutional monarchy that only helps the rich.
Upper Class.
Common Man

21. 14.6: Jackson Battles Bank of U.S.
Do you think Jackson’s dismantling of the bank promoted democracy?
Why or why not?

22. Learning Goals/Targets:
Chapter 14:  Andrew Jackson and the Growth of American Democracy. EQ:  How well did Andrew Jackson promote democracy?
Learning Goals/Targets:
A.  Identify who ran against for President in 1824 and 1828, describe the campaign of 1824 using the term “Corrupt Bargain”, and describe the campaign of 1828.
     B.  Identify the main supporters of Jackson and describe why they could relate to him
and compare and contrast the 1829 Presidential Inauguration of Jackson with
other Presidential Inaugurations.
2.  Describe Jackson’s approach to governing using the following terms:  Kitchen
Cabinet, Spoils System, and Civil Servants.
3.  A.  Describe the North’s and South’s position on the 1828 law that raised tariffs and
explain Jackson’s solution/compromise.  
    B.  Describe the Nullification Crisis and Jackson’s solution to the Nullification Crisis.
4.  Explain Jackson’s position towards and action against the Bank of the United States.
5.  Describe Jackson’s Indian Policy using the terms, Five Civilized Tribes, Indian Removal Act, and Trail of Tears.  
Key Terms:
Jacksonian Democracy Spoils System Secede
Civil Servant Tariff Trail of Tears.

23. 14.7: Jackson’s Indian Policy
Complete Claim, Support, Question from packet using the picture below. The picture is also in 14.7 of textbook.

24. 14.7: Jackson’s Indian Policy
Jackson has cheated us out of our land by making treaties he never intended to honor. We have been dragged from our homes and forced to move. On the Trail of Tears, 4,000 of our people died

25. Link to Trail of Tears Facts

26. The Trail Where They Cried
Read Page 268: List two facts and prepare to discuss.
Read Page 269: List two facts & prepare to discuss.
Read Page 270: List two facts and answer question A.
Read Page 271: List two facts & answer questions A & B.

27. Learning Goals/Targets:
Chapter 14:  Andrew Jackson and the Growth of American Democracy. EQ:  How well did Andrew Jackson promote democracy?
Learning Goals/Targets:
A.  Identify who ran against for President in 1824 and 1828, describe the campaign of 1824 using the term “Corrupt Bargain”, and describe the campaign of 1828.
     B.  Identify the main supporters of Jackson and describe why they could relate to him
and compare and contrast the 1829 Presidential Inauguration of Jackson with
other Presidential Inaugurations.
2.  Describe Jackson’s approach to governing using the following terms:  Kitchen
Cabinet, Spoils System, and Civil Servants.
3.  A.  Describe the North’s and South’s position on the 1828 law that raised tariffs and
explain Jackson’s solution/compromise.  
    B.  Describe the Nullification Crisis and Jackson’s solution to the Nullification Crisis.
4.  Explain Jackson’s position towards and action against the Bank of the United States.
5.  Describe Jackson’s Indian Policy using the terms, Five Civilized Tribes, Indian Removal Act, and Trail of Tears.  
Key Terms:
Jacksonian Democracy Spoils System Secede
Civil Servant Tariff Trail of Tears.

28. Andrew Jackson EQ: Written Response Test.
Chapter 14: Andrew Jackson & the Growth of American Democracy
“How well did Andrew Jackson promote democracy?”
_______________________________________________________
Not at All Fully
Why did you rank Andrew Jackson in this position? Support your answer with at least one example from each of the 5 learning targets. When you use a learning target to support your answer, write the number of the learning target at the start of the sentence and circle it. Your placement on the spectrum can not be wrong. What will be assessed is how well you support your position with facts/examples. Be sure to write neatly and use proper writing skills. It would be helpful to separate your examples with paragraphs.

29. Andrew Jackson EQ: Written Response Test.
Rank how much alike, you believe, Andrew Jackson was to George W. Bush on the spectrum. Support your claim with specific examples from each president’s tenure. In other words, compare and contrast Andrew Jackson’s tenure as president to that of George W. Bush. You may want to research and include things like political campaigns, election results, foreign policy, domestic policy, economic policy, political party affiliation, and the types of citizens who supported him.
George W. Bush to Andrew Jackson
____________________________________________________
No similarities Exactly Similar

30. Andrew Jackson EQ: Written Response Test.
Rank how much alike, you believe, Andrew Jackson was to George W. Bush on the spectrum. Support your claim with specific examples from each president’s tenure. In other words, compare and contrast Andrew Jackson’s tenure as president to that of George W. Bush. You may want to research and include things like political campaigns, election results, foreign policy, domestic policy, economic policy, political party affiliation, and the types of citizens who supported him.
George W. Bush to Andrew Jackson
_______________________________________________________No similarities Exactly Similar

31. AJ: Good, Evil, & The Presidency Video Link
Andrew Jackson Video Watch PBS Video: Andrew Jackson: Good, Evil, & the Presidency
AJ: Good, Evil, & The Presidency Video Link
You will complete the T Chart during the movie and we will discuss every minutes examples that you saw for each side.
Hero Villain

32. Learning Goals/Targets:
Chapter 14:  Andrew Jackson and the Growth of American Democracy. EQ:  How well did Andrew Jackson promote democracy?
Learning Goals/Targets:
A.  Identify who ran against for President in 1824 and 1828, describe the campaign of 1824 using the term “Corrupt Bargain”, and describe the campaign of 1828.
     B.  Identify the main supporters of Jackson and describe why they could relate to him
and compare and contrast the 1829 Presidential Inauguration of Jackson with
other Presidential Inaugurations.
2.  Describe Jackson’s approach to governing using the following terms:  Kitchen
Cabinet, Spoils System, and Civil Servants.
3.  A.  Describe the North’s and South’s position on the 1828 law that raised tariffs and
explain Jackson’s solution/compromise.  
    B.  Describe the Nullification Crisis and Jackson’s solution to the Nullification Crisis.
4.  Explain Jackson’s position towards and action against the Bank of the United States.
5.  Describe Jackson’s Indian Policy using the terms, Five Civilized Tribes, Indian Removal Act, and Trail of Tears.  
Key Terms:
Jacksonian Democracy Spoils System Secede
Civil Servant Tariff Trail of Tears.

33. Andrew Jackson Debate Two issues:
Was Jackson more of a hero or villain?
How well did Jackson promote democracy?

34. 14.7: Jackson’s Indian Policy
Do you think Jackson’s Indian policy promoted democracy?
Why or why not?

35. Learning Goals/Targets:
Chapter 14:  Andrew Jackson and the Growth of American Democracy. EQ:  How well did Andrew Jackson promote democracy?
Learning Goals/Targets:
A.  Identify who ran against for President in 1824 and 1828, describe the campaign of 1824 using the term “Corrupt Bargain”, and describe the campaign of 1828.
     B.  Identify the main supporters of Jackson and describe why they could relate to him
and compare and contrast the 1829 Presidential Inauguration of Jackson with
other Presidential Inaugurations.
2.  Describe Jackson’s approach to governing using the following terms:  Kitchen
Cabinet, Spoils System, and Civil Servants.
3.  A.  Describe the North’s and South’s position on the 1828 law that raised tariffs and
explain Jackson’s solution/compromise.  
    B.  Describe the Nullification Crisis and Jackson’s solution to the Nullification Crisis.
4.  Explain Jackson’s position towards and action against the Bank of the United States.
5.  Describe Jackson’s Indian Policy using the terms, Five Civilized Tribes, Indian Removal Act, and Trail of Tears.  
Key Terms:
Jacksonian Democracy Spoils System Secede
Civil Servant Tariff Trail of Tears.