Standards for Engagement 3: Take a Stand (Independent)

Explain the relevance of personal interests and perspectives, civic virtues, and democratic principles when people address issues and problems in government and civil society.

Assess specific rules and laws (both actual and proposed) as means of addressing public problems.

Examine the origins, purposes, and impact of constitutions, laws, treaties, and international agreements.

Analyze multiple factors that influenced the perspectives of people during different historical eras.