Embedded Media

Washington Journal on C-SPAN. Originally broadcast on Monday, November 28, 2016. Max Stier, President and CEO of the Partnership for Public Service, talked about preparations that are required for a U.S. President to take office after winning an election, including key appointments and challenges facing the incoming administration.

Grade range:

Grades 6 to 12

Focus:

Social Studies
Comparative Government and Politics (AP)
Contemporary Issues
U.S. Government and Politics (AP)
United States Government and Civics

Keywords:

Presidential Transition
U.S. Presidential Elections
Executive Branch
President-Elect
Appointments

U.S. Presidential Transfer of Power

Direct link:

C-SPAN clip: Presidential Transfer of Power

Ideas for Use

Students could view this video clip as they research the presidential transition process. For a learning activity, students could create or analyze a timeline for transitioning from one presidential administration to another one.

Originator:

Ayers Institute for Learning & Innovation