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Criminal justice - law simulations for Google Apps
MOCK TRIAL: Class Preparation
This resource will provide students with an introductory framework from which to understand the judiciary process. Students will delve into the fundamental aspects of a courtroom such as: the basic structure and lay-out of a courtroom, the function of different roles (judge, jury, defense, prosecutor), and the common procedures and language used in a courtroom environment. Students will also explore the importance of how to create an opening and closing statement, the legal grounds of when to ob
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7th - 12th
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Boston Massacre Mock Trial
Students take on the roles of either lawyer, witness, or jury in this project-based activity. They begin by researching the background of the events leading up to the Boston Massacre on March 5, 1770. They conduct a police investigation of scenes from the crime over the years. Together, in groups, they create witness testimony, opening, and closing statements, rebuttals, and cross-examination. The jury will continue to research events leading up to and after the massacre and create a timelin
Grades:
6th - 9th
Lincoln's Assassination- True Crime Detectives with Primary Sources
Primary Sources, Autopsy, Civil War, Ford's Theater, Confederacy, Union...Students will use artifacts and primary sources to learn about the President's last few hours. This is a great way to start your Civil War or Reconstruction Unit.Primary Sources Included: Autopsy Report, Playbill, Blood-Stained Dress, Blue Print of the Peterson Boarding House, Telegraphs, Diary Entries, Witness Statements, PhotographsHOOK YOUR STUDENTS with this True Crime Investigation of President Lincoln's Assassination
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8th - 12th
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Trial of Andrew Jackson- No Prep Needed!
This is a scripted trial designed to introduce or review Andrew Jackson's presidency. Students are divided into up to 13 groups to participate in this scripted trial. The trial explores the The Election of 1824, The Battle of New Orleans, The Indian Removal Act, Veto of the Second National Bank, and The Nullification Crisis. Each section of testimony includes visual evidence to support the information presented in the testimony. A vocabulary list, a vocabulary sorting activity, a supplementa
Grades:
7th - 12th
Criminal Investigation Project (Full Scale)
This is a continuation from the Crime Scene Recreation Project in my store. This project is meant to be much more time consuming, involved, and meant to replicate a full scale crime scene that students can interact with a solve together. This project is hands-on and a great semester ending assignment for your students.Included in this download are (13) total files that consist of the following: RubricsDay-to-day instructionsFake text messages and social media postsFake receiptsSearch Warrant App
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9th - 12th
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Mock Trial - English Civil War
Allow your students to explore the ins and outs of court procedures by putting Oliver Cromwell on trial for the murder of King Charles I. This product includes: Google Slides file of step-by-step daily preparation, handout for each student to record witness testimony, placards for courtroom seating, and a follow-up English Civil War short answer test.
Grades:
9th - 12th
Materials and Role Cards for Nuremberg Mock Trial
These are the accompanying primary source materials to go with the slideshow that walks students through the mock trial.After read the Rudolf Hoss reading for homework, they are ready to discuss the nature of the crimes against humanity that have taken place during the Holocaust. This lesson was intended as an entry event into WWII, but it could come after students gain more context as well.Students are then assigned roles (Defense, Prosecution, Hess, Goring, and Speer, and Jurors. Depending on
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8th - 11th
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What is Justice? Scenario-Based Activity for Law & Philosophy
Justice is difficult to define, as it is a concept that is socially constructed based on morals, beliefs and values. What is considered “just” in one part of the world might be considered “unjust” in another, and this all depends on the root values and belief systems of that part of the world. This activity allows students to explore the meaning and philosophy of justice through a variety of scenarios. You may break students into groups, or have them complete this sheet individually, then discus
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: UPDATED: Understanding Canadian Law - Grade 11 Law Course Bundle
Recidivism: A Student's Solution
In this group assignment, the class will work together to create and run a prison. The goal: Provide inmates with sufficient resources to grow and thrive.Stay under budget to ensure programs that aid in recidivism can be afforded.In this activity, which my students loved, the class is meant to work together - in total agreement - to allot a budget for a prison of their creation. This promotes great classroom discussion, teamwork, and public speaking opportunities as this is a student lead assign
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9th - 12th
Jury Simulation #4
This is a reading packet intended to give students a real life experience of our court system. There are multiple testimonies, courtroom vocabulary, and critical thinking expectations. This is a group work assignment, and can be branched out into multiple lessons.Trigger Warning: This reading material references war and violence. [Teacher Notes: It is advised that you read through the court case a few times before teaching this lesson. However, this can be used as a quick substitute activity, as
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7th - 12th
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ELA Skills: Attorney's Closing Argument: "2BR02B"
This activity has students expand their understanding of a text by making an inference as to the guilt or innocence of the protagonist. Students will preview a format for writing closing arguments which includes addressing the opposing side's argument. This activity requires students to create a claim, and support it with evidence from the text as well as reasoning. Finally, students will need to write the closing argument in a formal tone as though the case was really being presented in front o
Grades:
6th - 10th
ELA Skills: Attorney's Closing Argument: "Lamb to the Slaughter"
This activity has students expand their understanding of a text by making an inference as to the guilt or innocence of the protagonist. Students will preview a format for writing closing arguments which includes addressing the opposing side's argument. This activity requires students to create a claim, and support it with evidence from the text as well as reasoning. Finally, students will need to write the closing argument in a formal tone as though the case was really being presented in front o
Grades:
6th - 10th
ELA Skills: Attorney's Closing Argument: "12 Angry Men"
This activity has students expand their understanding of a text by making an inference as to the guilt or innocence of the protagonist. Students will preview a format for writing closing arguments which includes addressing the opposing side's argument. This activity requires students to create a claim, and support it with evidence from the text as well as reasoning. Finally, students will need to write the closing argument in a formal tone as though the case was really being presented in front o
Grades:
6th - 10th
A Force for Change- Petition Project
This assignment allows students to learn about their First Amendment Right to Petition the Government in a hands-on way. Finding a problem, proposing a solution and creating an online petition will give your students insight into the difference they can make in the world by exercising their rights as citizens.
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9th - 12th
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Legislative Process Role Play
This is a short play I wrote in about 20 minutes to simulate the legislative process, and even a bit of judicial review.Seems very corny, but my senior Government students ate it up! Have fun with it.FEEL FREE to adapt to your state.
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9th - 12th
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ELA Skills: Attorney's Closing Argument: "Ransom of Red Chief"
This activity has students expand their understanding of a text by making an inference as to the guilt or innocence of the protagonist. Students will preview a format for writing closing arguments which includes addressing the opposing side's argument. This activity requires students to create a claim, and support it with evidence from the text as well as reasoning. Finally, students will need to write the closing argument in a formal tone as though the case was really being presented in front o
Grades:
6th - 10th
ELA Skills: Attorney's Closing Argument: "Oscar Pistorius"
This activity has students expand their understanding of a text by making an inference as to the guilt or innocence of the protagonist. Students will preview a format for writing closing arguments which includes addressing the opposing side's argument. This activity requires students to create a claim, and support it with evidence from the text as well as reasoning. Finally, students will need to write the closing argument in a formal tone as though the case was really being presented in front o
Grades:
6th - 10th
ELA Skills: Attorney's Closing Argument: "A Vendetta"
This activity has students expand their understanding of a text by making an inference as to the guilt or innocence of the protagonist. Students will preview a format for writing closing arguments which includes addressing the opposing side's argument. This activity requires students to create a claim, and support it with evidence from the text as well as reasoning. Finally, students will need to write the closing argument in a formal tone as though the case was really being presented in front o
Grades:
6th - 10th
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