Grade Range:
9, 10, 11, 12, 13
Resource ID:
13464
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students learn about Appeal and Post conviction Review. Students also explore case studies of past appeals to take on the role of a defense attorney for their case.
Resource ID:
13451
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In the lesson, students will explore the process of plea bargaining through group projects and role play activities.
Resource ID:
13438
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will study the guidelines that impact the pretrial, trial, adjudication, and appeal processes, and understand the delicate relationships that impact these steps.
Resource ID:
13424
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will demonstrate communication skills required to evaluate body language such as gestures, verbal tone, and inflection during testimony needed for courtroom policies and procedures.
Resource ID:
13430
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will explore the 8th Amendment and describe policies the lawmakers must follow. In groups, students will be given a project that will allow them to compare punishment in the United States to other countries.
Resource ID:
13455
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will demonstrate an understanding of the trial process by stepping into one of the roles in a mock trial.
Resource ID:
13403
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will understand the past and present battles in our courts that continually test the strength and longevity of our Bill of Rights.
Resource ID:
13453
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will apply their understanding of the burden of proof in a criminal trial, and will apply their understanding of the types of evidence used in criminal trials.
Resource ID:
13418
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss the roles of individuals in the courtroom, common courtroom terms, and rules of the courtroom. Students will also participate in a short mock trial to practice their skills.
Resource ID:
13398
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students trace the history of state and federal court systems and identify state and federal court systems.
Resource ID:
13458
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson students learn the structure and provisions of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights and how they impact the criminal trial process.
Resource ID:
13433
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will apply their understanding of the duties and responsibilities of law enforcement during arrests of suspects as required by established criminal procedure and case law. Students will participate in an activity in which they…
Resource ID:
13447
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will learn about the motions and objections that may be utilized by an attorney. Students will have the opportunity to write scenarios for the various objections, and will play a game to assist them in learning the motions.
Resource ID:
13412
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
This lesson provides the opportunity for students to examine the structure of the legal system in the United States.
Resource ID:
13444
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss the rules of discovery and privileged communication. Students will complete a case study activity in which they will apply the rules of discovery and privileged communication.
Resource ID:
13461
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
This lesson explores defendant's rights and describes pre sentencing and probation practices. Students will have the opportunity to construct reports and interact with other students through role playing scenarios.
Resource ID:
13406
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students learn to Identify factors that influence the court system and describe real life cases that have been affected by these factors.
Resource ID:
13441
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will outline the Pre-Trial Process, describe the importance of the Grand Jury, and discuss the bail process.