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Live Class: American Civics

Original price was: $750.00.Current price is: $675.00.

Join students worldwide in Apologia’s Live Class: American Civics. Guided by your instructor, Austin Powell, who is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Public Policy, you and your classmates will embark on a journey to understand, appreciate, and uphold the enduring legacy of the American Republic.

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

GRADE LEVEL: 9th – 12th (recommended)
CLASS DATES: Aug 19, 2025-May 5, 2026
DAY OF THE WEEK: Tuesday
TIME: 10:00 am-11:00 am ET
PREREQUISITE: None
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Instructor

J. Austin Powell

CFE, M.A., Exec. Cert. in Public Policy

J. Austin Powell is a retired law enforcement professional with over 28 years of service at both local and federal levels, including senior policy advisory roles and extensive experience in preparing official responses and testimony to Congress. He has personally testified before a state-level General Assembly and is recognized as an expert in policy development impacting the global operations of a Cabinet-level federal law enforcement agency. His contributions include drafting portions of U.S. law signed by the President. Additionally, he is a Certified Fraud Examiner and serves on the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners’ Advisory Council.

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Description

Apologia’s Live Class: American Civics invites students to discover the profound connection between Biblical principles and the foundations of American government. This course offers a deep dive into key governmental processes and structures, exploring how faith and values have shaped our nation’s civic framework. By blending history, theology, and practical civics, students will gain the tools to become informed and impactful citizens.

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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

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