In order to discover my overall opinion of this class I believe it is vital to review and evaluate that which we have studied and that which we have written upon as blog topics. It was within the first semester that we studied American Government and it was within this class that I gained a true understanding for the government and the process by which our country has become the way it is through the years and decisions made within the government. American Government taught me the importance to the way in which the government is ran and the value within our justice and foundational system for our country.

As far as the class American Government goes, I found it interesting to learn about the way in which the founders of America wrote and thought about the documents and way the country would be ran. I find it interesting because I feel as though it puts me in that time. Learning about the American Government was specifically interesting because I was able to learn about the different branches of government and the way the Democratic and Republican parties work. I honestly never knew the break down of the political parties and it was through this class that I was able to gain a true understanding of the political process.

To address the topic of Economics I enjoyed it, but found it a bit harder to understand basic concepts and the way in which the economy works. In my opinion, I feel more explanation should be placed on the concepts and a true understanding of the system should be taught during the class period rather than at home, strictly by the student. I thought it was interesting to view the economic movements made by Ray Croc and other multiple leaders within our economy. I would say that the movies that we watched as a class within Economics were an easy way to view and understand the process of economics and how decisions are made within economics that will eventually produce a mass profit.

In reference to blogs, my opinion has changed quite a bit over these assignments. Though they are quite time consuming, I have found that they truly have broadened my knowledge over certain ideas pertaining to the topics assigned while also teaching me time management and how to work my way around the Internet in order to find vital information on the blog topic. Though I walk away with extreme excitement to be done with blogs, I truly appreciate what they have done for me academically and how they have affected my writing skills, time management, and opinion on important topics within society, our government, and the economy.

All in all I appreciate what this class as a whole has done for me within my high school career. Even if it seemed as though there was unnecessary arguing over topics and issues I believe it has influenced me for the better and prepared me for that which will come my way within college. American Government and Economics have been very interesting and educational classes within my senior year of high school and I walk away with a true understanding and respect for that which has been taught to not only me, but as the senior class. Thank you Mr. Lockwood.