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6th grade criminal justice - law research
Fairy Tale Court - a mock trial mini unit
Fairy Tale Court is an activity that facilitates many ELA learning outcomes in a way that's highly engaging for students. Students will develop research skills, engage in critical thinking, defend a position, play the role of a character in court, and practice presentation skills. They will learn all about the judicial system as they participate in a mock trial of their own.This resource includes:Teacher NotesFairy Tale Court InstructionsCourt Procedures and EtiquetteSix Classic Fairy TalesExhib
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5th - 8th
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Mock Trial Scenarios 1 - court simulation for middle school
Mock Trial Scenarios 1 is an activity that facilitates many ELA learning outcomes in a way that is highly engaging for students. Students will develop research skills, engage in critical thinking, defend a position, play the role of a character in court, and practice presentation skills. Students will learn about the judicial system as they participate in a mock trial of their own.This resource includes:Teacher NotesCourt InstructionsCourt Procedures and EtiquetteCasesTemplate for the Prosecutio
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6th - 9th
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Death Investigation- Digital Assignment Grid for Distance Learning [Forensics]
Do you need Distance Learning Resources for your Forensics Science course? This DEATH INVESTIGATION-Digital Assignment Grid is a no-prep option for your digital classroom and online needs. All of my assignment grids include 6 ready-to-go assignments that require NO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE and are perfect for digital learning platforms. I have included instructional videos that walks you step-by-step through the process of assigning this resource to your students via Google Classroom. What's Included:
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: FORENSICS CURRICULUM- ENTIRE YEAR COURSE BUNDLE (FORENSIC SCIENCE)
Mock Trial Scenarios 2 - a court simulation
Mock Trial Scenarios 2 is an activity that facilitates many ELA learning outcomes in a way that is highly engaging for students. Students will develop research skills, engage in critical thinking, defend a position, play the role of a character in court, and practice presentation skills. Students will learn about the judicial system as they participate in a mock trial of their own.This resource includes:Teacher NotesCasesCourt InstructionsCourt Procedures and EtiquetteExhibitsJudge InstructionsJ
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6th - 9th
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Create a Netflix Series about a Supreme Court Case
There are several groundbreaking Supreme Court cases that every American should be aware of. These historical cases have had the biggest impact on our system of government and our laws. For this project, students will be assigned one of these cases and will need to create a Netflix docuseries about the case itself and the outcome. Using their knowledge of the Constitution, Bill of Rights, Supreme Court, and basic ideas about law, students will research the case they have been assigned, and org
Grades:
6th - 12th
Criminal Justice LEVELS OF LAW ENFORCEMENT Lesson Bundle
This Crenshaw Criminal Justice Learning Tools Lesson Bundle requires that students have access to the internet and teaches students about the three levels of law enforcement. Included is: 1) PowerPoint Lesson: Levels of Law Enforcement, which includes a DO NOW activity, LESSON OBJECTIVES, and an EXIT TICKET, 2) JUSTICE Article: What Does A Police Officer Do?, 3) Handout A: What Does A Police Officer Do?, 4) JUSTICE Article: Levels of Law Enforcement, 5) Handout B: Levels of Law Enforcement, 6) H
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6th - 12th
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Supreme Court Cases: Teens on the Docket Project
What's the best way to get a teenager interested in learning about the Supreme Court? Put 'em on the docket!This project looks at 10 United States Supreme Court cases that have every teenager's favorite topic: other teenagers. It is a highly motivating topic and gives you the opportunity to have students examine the nuances and purpose of the judicial system. The project culminates in a trifold presentation and I have included the model that you can make and students can follow.I designed th
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Richard Nixon and The Watergate Scandal: A Mock Trial
After learning about Richard Nixon and The Watergate Scandal, students will participate in a mock trial where they must decide if Nixon is guilty of burglary and blackmail.Included are the following:A description of the mock trial and positions for each student in the mock trial.Note catchers to help students organize their researchSix websites for research.A rubric that can be used to grade the mock trial.Students will love to learn about this historic event through an interactive and cooperati
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6th - 12th
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Prisoner’s Rights - Landmark Cases Research Slideshow Project (PBL)
In this informational activity, students delve into the history behind prisoner's rights and the various violations they have suffered in the United States. Through a comprehensive research and guided prompts, students explore the content, fostering a deeper understanding of the societal impact and ethical implications of these practices and their outcomes in the United States Supreme Court.Key Features:Encourages critical thinking: Students analyze complex historical issues, Supreme Court Decis
Grades:
6th - 12th
Civil Rights Movement Projects
This is a really hands-on group of projects for kids to work on while studying the Civil Rights Movement. There are detailed descriptions of each project, and kids will really make the most out of it. From Jim Crow laws to and ABC book of events surrounding the Movement, this is a great supplemental project.
Grades:
6th - 9th
PBL: Paws for Thought- Animal Welfare and Conservation | Engineering | Project
Active Engagement: Students will define key concepts like animal testing and overexploitation, then dive into deep discussions about their impact. Real-World Problem Solving: They will propose innovative solutions for compelling and meaningful topics, such as pet abandonment and illegal wildlife trade, after conducting research. Skill Development: Throughout the project, students will enhance critical thinking, research, and presentation skills, preparing them for future success.
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6th - 12th
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Law / American Government Lesson Plans / Journalism Lesson Plans / Speech Lesson
(Grades 6-12, customizable, (1-2 days activity, depending on teacher preference, Sub OK) Constitutional Law Lesson Plans focusing on First Amendment Protections are designed for teachers needing: Law Lesson Plans, American Government Lesson Plans, Journalism Lesson Plans, Speech Lesson Plans, a Television Lesson Plan or Civics Lessons. The PowerPoint lecture discusses what protections are covered by the First Amendment. Next, 5 class discussion scenarios are given with possible answers on accomp
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6th - 12th
Salem Witch Mock Trial
Do you want your students to experience a real court room experience using an event of American history? This activity allows your classroom to become the courtroom. Your students will be assigned specific roles like defense attorney, judge, or witness for the prosecution and will have to research and prove the "accused witch" guilty or innocent. Included in this package is the description of the activity, descriptions of students' character roles, trial procedures and a grading rubric. Let
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6th - 12th
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The Post (2017) - viewing guide with answer key
This is a 29 question viewing guide, with answer key, for the movie The Post. The questions are all short answer and are asked in order as the events happen.
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6th - 12th
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Criminal Justice Academic Vocabulary: LAW ENFORCEMENT Series H
Crenshaw Criminal Justice Learning Tools ACADEMIC VOCABULARY Worksheets consist of general, academic vocabulary words that introduce students to: 1) General words which are acceptable for academic use; 2) Non-general academic words; and 3) Technical words specific to an individual subject area. Because no one academic vocabulary worksheet can be exhaustive, the following LAW ENFORCEMENT terminology vocabulary worksheet consists of a series of worksheets. THIS WORKSHEET IS SERIES "H"
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Ultimate CRIMINAL JUSTICE VOCABULARY Bundle
Maine Massacre Police Failures
Maine Massacre Police FailuresLearn how the Maine gunman with psychiatric and mental health problems was repeatedly ignored by law enforcement prior to his shooting spree and brutal massacre of innocent people in public places. Explore police mistakes, mishaps and disregard for repeated dire warnings. These insights are instructive for law enforcement, police and community leaders.Lesson Components Include:- 1 Insightful Article to Read (web link and PDF provided)- 6.5 Pages of Text for Reading
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
CLAIM, DATA, WARRANT: Juvenile Justice Pro/Con Argument Research and Writing
This unit is comprised of many articles and note takers for a unit based on Juvenile Justice. Students will dive into research and form their own opinions about the state of our Juvenile Justice system and whether or not we should revamp our system. This contains a note taker for three documentaries (the Cyntoia Brown story, Teens Inside "Rodrick's Story", which is available on YouTube, and any episode of Scared Straight), as well as some articles on the background of the system. There is also a
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6th - 12th
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Levels of Law Enforcement - Criminal Justice PowerPoint Lesson
This Crenshaw Criminal Justice Learning Tools PowerPoint Lesson teaches students about the THREE LEVELS OF LAW ENFORCEMENT: LOCAL, STATE, and FEDERAL. Included is: PowerPoint Lesson: Levels of Law Enforcement, which includes a DO NOW activity, LESSON OBJECTIVES, and an EXIT TICKET.
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: Criminal Justice LEVELS OF LAW ENFORCEMENT Lesson Bundle
Crime Rate Analysis Assignment
A web based assignment to allow students to calculate the crime rates of various U.S. cities.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Street Law: The House I Live In - War on Drugs Documentary
This War on Drugs documentary ( imdb.to/2tiRiTJ ) brings a culturally relevant teaching experience for ALL students of any background. The Film link I provided is edited by me personally to not reflect curse words so that audiences of 6th grade and up can view and experience the entire content. The Fill-in-the-blank handouts allow students of any ability level to watch attentively were the end result is they have information they can look at to guide them in answering their writing prompt after
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Racial Justice for Kids | Black Lives Matter | Distance Learning
I'm sure I'm not alone in having a grade school education that largely avoided issues of racial injustice. Sure, we learned about slavery, but nothing about persisting injustices. In light of current events, it is especially important that even young learners have exposure to concepts like discrimination, privilege, and racial justice. I created this packet to help make sure that parents and educators have access to materials to help them discuss the events that are happening during this quickly
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3rd - 8th
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Bank Fraud in America
Bank Fraud in AmericaDiscover how the United States of America's biggest banks defraud consumers daily (and for decades) with bogus fees, misinformation, fabricated signatures, lies and forgeries to steal their money. Fined billions of dollars by state and federal regulatory authorities repeatedly over the years for fraudulent mortgage lending practices, creating bank accounts without the knowledge and authorization of customers, hiding information and concealing their tracks through varies sch
Current Events Weekly Assignment and Rubric
This handout consists of seven questions that my students answer in their current events notebooks each time we do current events. It is done at home and then brought to school to share with the class. The bottom of the page demonstrates how their notebooks should be set-up, with the article on the left page and the responses to the questions on the right page. A rubric is also included.
Grades:
6th - 12th
Supreme Court Cases Debate
What is the most impactful Supreme Court case of all time? In this activity, your students will summarize and develop arguments to support the impact of 16 landmark Supreme Court cases and debate their case. The class will vote after each round of debates and determine an overall winner. Includes a worksheet for students knocked out during each round, so students have relevant work to do, while the “debaters” prepare for their next round. Directions and all necessary sheets included. Ready-to-go
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6th - 12th
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