Resource ID:
13362
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
This lesson introduces students to the history of the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ). Knowing the history is important for establishing where the system began, and the struggles it has overcome to become the agency it is today.
Resource ID:
13756
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will research the background needed to prepare for certification in security services, with a focus on the security measures used to protect lives, property, and information.
Resource ID:
13611
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will learn about criminal procedures, the Fourth Amendment, Mapp v. Ohio (1961), Terry v. Ohio (1968), and Tennessee v. Garner (1984). Students will watch a search and seizure video, present about one of the court cases, and…
Resource ID:
13345
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will learn about various infections and prevention measures and treatments. Students will be expected to identify various infections based on the symptoms in different scenarios.
Resource ID:
13739
Grade Range:
9, 10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss collaboration between agencies in the criminal justice system. Students will also complete a scenario-based activity, in which they will work together to form a collaborative solution to a problem.
Resource ID:
13666
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
Interpersonal skills are important in law enforcement careers. Law enforcement professionals must be able to utilize interpersonal skills as they carry out their professional duties. This lesson explores interpersonal skills and provides students…
Resource ID:
13378
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
This lesson introduces students to the interrogation procedures. For law enforcement agents in all fields (police, court, and corrections) it is important to understand the rights of the prisoners and how to conduct interrogations while protecting those…
Resource ID:
13691
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will learn techniques for conducting interviews and interrogations. Students will then conduct mock interviews and interrogations.
Resource ID:
13510
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss hazmat operations and placards, and respond appropriately to hazmat incidents in a scenario based activity. Students will identify the presence of hazardous materials (hazmat) or weapons of mass destruction (WMD),…
Resource ID:
13720
Grade Range:
9, 10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will conduct research on the levels and functions of city, county, and state level courts.
Resource ID:
13645
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students discuss processing and rights for juveniles in custody.
Resource ID:
13625
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will learn about the Texas Penal Code related to kidnapping, unlawful restraint, and smuggling.
Resource ID:
13706
Grade Range:
9, 10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will learn about the Bill of Rights, elements of a crime, classification of crimes, and procedures for enacting laws. Students will discuss breaking the law and the elements of arrest, research types of crimes and present to the…
Resource ID:
13768
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will diagram the crime triangle, discuss deter, detect, delay, and deny, and evaluate the security of a home or business.
Resource ID:
13637
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
This lesson provides opportunities for students to investigate victims' rights through discussion and projects.Students in law enforcement will encounter victims of crime and need to be able to relay the rights afforded them under state and federal…
Resource ID:
13627
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will distinguish among the different types of crimes and their punishments, and analyze the different positions people have on gun control.
Resource ID:
13754
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will respond to given safety scenarios, research previous incidents and present their findings to the class.
Resource ID:
13749
Grade Range:
9, 10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students will discuss and apply mathematics and science applications in LPSCS. Additionally, students will research requirements for a career in LPSCS and describe how math and science apply to hiring and educational requirements.
Resource ID:
13619
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
This lesson introduces students to various scenarios of Miranda warning.
Resource ID:
13676
Grade Range:
10, 11, 12
In this lesson, students learn about victims' rights. The lesson also emphasizes the importance of legal recourse, court procedures and working with individuals with special needs.
