The Jacksonian Democracy

Studying Andrew Jackson using Online Video

With this title, you'll survey the policies of Andrew Jackson and explore the political and social changes during his presidency. Use these 2 online educational video titles to survey the age of Andrew Jackson, and explore the political and social changes associated with Jacksonian Democracy. Trace Jackson's career from plantation owner to military hero to president of the United States. You'll discover how American politics were redefined by Jackson's aggressive use of executive power and the growing influence of political parties.

Learning Objectives:

• Trace the life of the military hero Andrew Jackson and identify the ways in which he redefined the role of the American president and American politics through his aggressive use of executive power.
• Explore the political and social changes resulting from the policies of President Andrew Jackson, such as his use of the veto, his opposition to the Second Bank of the United States, and his disregard of tribal lands inhabited by Native Americans.
• Gain insight to the growth of America's political parties and the rise of the professional politician.
• Consider the ways in which the tenets of Jacksonian Democracy continue to influence American politics today.

• History > American History > Jacksonian Democracy
• The First Term (Runtime: 19:03)
• The Second Term (Runtime: 20:05)