Live Class: American Civics

Description

Apologia’s Live Class: American Civics is a rigorous, discussion-based course that examines the foundations of American government through classical political thought, Biblical theology, and constitutional analysis. Students explore key civic structures and principles, including the nature of authority, the difference between a democracy and a republic, the role of law and justice, and the responsibilities of Christian citizenship.

Rather than memorizing facts, students analyze ideas, compare worldviews, and wrestle thoughtfully with historical and contemporary issues in a respectful, academically grounded environment. This course equips students to understand how faith, history, and civic responsibility intersect, preparing them to engage public life wisely, faithfully, and with discernment.

First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all people, for kings and all who are in high positions, that we may lead a peaceful and quiet life, godly and dignified in every way. -1 Timothy 2:1-2

Course Introduction Video

Syllabus

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Required Class Materials

• Skousen, Willard Cleon. The Naked Communist: Exposing Communism and Restoring Freedom. Salt Lake City, Utah: Izzard Ink Publishing, 2017. (ISBN: 978-1545402153)
• Morecraft, Joe. With Liberty & Justice for All: Christian Politics Made Simple (Expanded). Independently published, 2019. (ISBN : ‎ 978-1694106322)

Course Topics 

• The Origins of Government
• The Establishment of Government and Its Levels
• A Democracy vs. A Republic
• Policy Issues Through Biblical and Political Lenses
• The Impact of the Gospel on Christian and Modern Conceptions of Law
• Apportionment, Voting, and Elections
• A Biblical Model of Statesmanship in the Civic Arena
• The Electoral College
• The Division of Powers
• The U.S. Constitution and The Bill of Rights
• The Trustworthiness of Online Information
• The “Separation of Church and State”
• The Importance of the Local Sheriff
• George Washington’s Farewell Address

Recorded Classes

All classes are video recorded and available for students to watch later so they don’t miss any instruction.

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