Understanding the foundational principles of the U.S. Constitution and federal government isn’t just about history; it’s about seeing how these principles shape the world you live and work in today. Whether you work in criminal justice, psychology, or another field, the U.S. Constitution’s core values affect decision-making, policies, and professional practices in ways that might surprise you . For this assessment, you will explore these connections and learn how constitutional principles influence real-world situations and careers like yours.
Assessment Preparation
Be sure to complete this week’s learning activities, as many of the concepts needed for this summative assessment are covered in the activities.
Read the following scenario:
You have been asked by your supervisor to create a brief for your team that explains how the foundational principles of the U.S. Constitution and federal government affect your field of work. Your brief will help your colleagues better understand these principles and give them examples of how they are relevant in your profession.
Assessment Deliverable
Write a 700-word brief on the constitutional foundations of the U.S. federal government in which you:
- Identify 2-3 philosophical influences for the U.S. Constitution or the Bill of Rights. Explain why these influences were important for establishing the constitution and the U.S. government.
- Identify 2-3 core principles that served as the foundation for the U.S. Constitution and the U.S. federal government. Describe how the identified core principles are reflected in the structure of government today.
- Provide 2 relevant real-world examples of how the identified core principles or foundations relate to your current or future career. Also, discuss what impact these core principles have on decision-making or policies in your field.
- Compare the original vision of the U.S. government outlined in the constitution to how the government functions today. Focus on explaining any key differences or consistencies that have an impact on your field of work.
When you create your own writing, it’s important to be fair and acknowledge where your ideas came from if they were inspired by other people, sources, or resources. You can do this by citing those sources. One way to cite is by using APA formatting. It doesn’t need to be perfect—just give it your best shot, and your faculty member can guide you if you make any mistakes. You can check the Center for Writing Excellence and Reference and Citation Generator links for guidance, as well.
