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Middle school criminal justice - law rubrics for parents
Argumentative Text, high school reading comprehension passages and questions
Argumentative Text, high school reading comprehension passages and questions This educational tool delves into fascinating and vital court cases!THIS PRODUCT IS PART OF A BUNDLE: CCSD BUNDLE"My co-teacher and I teach a full inclusive class of seniors, and we wanted some active lessons that could also be done via Google Classroom (if we had a quarantined kid, etc.) that made them think and were engaging. We knew they'd get a kick out of this lesson, but we were not prepared for them to become obs
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Introduction to Law: Lesson Plans & Activities
The Introduction to Law packet is the first part of a multi-packet law studies course created by a licensed attorney and middle school teacher who was named 2020 Teacher of the Year for Broward County, Florida. The packet includes:Seven (7) complete lesson plans;Three rubrics;A student interest survey that can be used at the beginning of the year;A 25-question mock LSAT (law school admission test) with a writing sample question;An escape room constitutional review game; Answer keys for the mock
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
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Critical Thinking HS ELA, Second Amendment, Gun Control, Argumentative Passages
Critical Thinking HS ELA, Second Amendment, Gun Control, Argumentative PassagesNY State Rifle and Pistol Ass., Inc., et al. v. Bruen (2022)Do you want to help your students understand one of the most contentious topics facing us today?The Second Amendment is a hot topic, and teachers must be prepared to discuss it in the classroom. With the recent Supreme Court ruling on gun ownership, it’s now more important than ever to give your students access to accurate and up-to-date information that they
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Critical Thinking HS ela, First Amendment, AP Government, Tinker v. Des Moines
Critical Thinking HS ela, First Amendment, AP Government, Tinker v. Des Moines (1969)Teaching Tinker v. Des Moines is highly relevant to discussing the student-led protests that are sweeping across American universities, sparked by contentious reactions to the Israel-Hamas conflict. The following issues relate directly to this court case:First AmendmentConstitutional Rights and ExpressionUnderstanding the Limits of ProtestEmpowerment Through Historical ContextCritical Thinking and Civil Discours
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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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
Forensic Course Content Consent Parent and Guardian Letter for BACK TO SCHOOL
The nature of Forensic Science courses is that they cover content that is sensitive, sometimes graphic, and would not normally be presented in a school setting. Use this letter to inform students, parents, and guardians about the type of material that will be covered in class so that they can be informed moving into the semester (and so that you have a record of their consent to explore the material). Included in this download:✽1 Product✽ 3 slightly different designs (see thumbnails) as both PDF
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7th - 12th
Also included in: Forensic Course The ENTIRE WISEflamingo Forensics Product Line
Debate Rubric
Having an in-class debate and struggling to determine guidelines for your students or grade them quickly on the fly? This handy rubric will enable you to grade students rapidly with content-based assessments during a debate. This file comes as a zip folder with a doc and pdf version. Feel free to modify scores and print for as many classes as you want. Please do not share on the internet. Check out the rubrics bundle! https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Project-Rubrics-Bundle-11506046 Do
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Project Rubrics Bundle
The Innocence Project Newspaper Article Project
Founded in 1992 by visionary attorneys Peter Neufeld and Barry Scheck, the Innocence Project has been at the forefront of criminal justice reform, using DNA and other scientific advancements to prove wrongful conviction.In this project, students choose a person that was exonerated by the Innocence Project. They will research the story of this person including the crime, why the person was found guilty, and their exoneration. After their research, students will create 3 newspaper articles written
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7th - 12th
Forensic Science Elective Course Syllabus *Fully Editable*
This fully editable Forensic Science syllabus is perfect for back to school! Just fill in a few bits of personal information like you name, email, etc., print and it's ready to go in minutes!Sections within the syllabus:- Objective (course description)- Unit Outline- Supply List- Grade Categories- Late Work Policy- Classroom Expectations- Cell Phone Policy- Academic Integrity - Section for student goal settingDownload includes:- Fully editable Google Docs link for complete customization Looking
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: *BUNDLE* Forensic Science Back to School activities, project, & more
*EDITABLE* Forensic Science Parent Consent/Permission Letter
Fully editable parent consent letter for their permission and acknowledgement on the sensitive nature of the topics covered in Forensic Science class. Perfect for back to school! All HIGHLIGHTED parts need your personal information added, the rest is ready to go! Will take you less than 2 minutes and you are on your way. I collect these from every single student, with a parent signature, to ensure they are fully aware of the material being covered in class. This is great to keep on file all year
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: *BUNDLE* Forensic Science Back to School activities, project, & more
Juvenile Justice: Argumentative Writing Activity
Help students craft an argumentative paragraph either in favor or against tough punishment for juvenile crime; particularly juvenile assault and battery cases. The goal of the lesson is to have students craft a claim, warrant, data, and impact. This can be used in ELA, Debate, and law classes and adapted to any topic where a position in favor or against can be taken. Format: "I do, We Do, You do"Assault and Battery Do Now, Lesson, You Tell Me's, Hypotheticals, and Exit Ticket are available in my
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Juvenile Assault/Battery Lesson, Discussion, and Writing Activity
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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Law Careers Project
Students interested in law enforcement, business law, etc. work on this career exploration project to find a legal career of interest to them. The result is a brief presentation that is visually appealing and personal to the student. Please follow, rate, and review!
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6th - 12th
Juvenile Delinquency Program
Provide students with the opportunity to create a program to effectively deal with juvenile crime.
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6th - 12th
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Rubric - Writing Your Own Constitution
Students, alone or in a group, create their own society following the rubric on my site. As part of the project, they also create a society constitution that mirrors the U.S. Constitution. This is the rubric for that project. Once complete, students present their constitutions to the class. I assign extra credit if students dye the paper to make it looks like the original U.S. Constitution. They can go on Pinterest to get ideas for how to dye the paper (with the guidance of their parents, m
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6th - 12th
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Meek Mill Mini Unit Presentation
Google Slide Deck that aligns with the free lesson plans.
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
Bill of Rights Presentation Rubrics-BUNDLE
BILL OF RIGHTS PRESENTATION RUBRIC Each of the documents contains instructions and a rubric for doing a presentation on one of the Amendments to the Constitution of the U.S. I’ve included a form for the following amendments:(NOTE: 7 documents below...There are NO rubrics for 3rd, 7th, or 9th)1st Amendment (1-page in pdf)2nd Amendment (1-page in pdf)4th Amendment (1-page in pdf)5th Amendment (1-page in pdf)6th Amendment (1-page in pdf)8th Amendment (1-page in pdf)10th Amendment (1-page in pdf)S
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8th - 12th
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Landmark Supreme Court Case Project
This project allows students to investigate and become experts on a landmark Supreme Court case. They create a Power Point presentation but are only allowed 1 word per slide. Project file comes with an outline to help them begin research, three recommended websites, and a rubric.
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7th - 12th
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EMOJI Drug Dealers decode test for TEACHERS
***** 5-STAR Premium S.T.E.M. Lesson SALE $19.99 Limited Time Offer. TRY IT! RATE IT! SHARE IT! The EMOJI Drug Dealers DECODE TEST for TEACHERS. Teachers here is a TEST of emoji codes that you might want to be aware of . . . If . . . You are thinking about looking into your OWN teen’s smart phone . . . Or . . . into your student’s ZOOM meetings, Instagram, and Snapchat. Don’t be duped. The secret codewords (messages) and emojis of top drug traffickers can be revealed if you are aware of them. T
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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HS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-2
, HS-ESS3-1
"Ideal State" Assignment
Research & Creative Assignment on an Ideal StateAssignment pertaining to Politics, Governments, Freedom & Free WillStudents will create their own version of an ideal state while looking at various other governments, political philosophers and leaders as well laws and rules for the state. This assignment allows students to think outside the box and create a world that they feel encompasses all of humanity.Used in Grade 12 Religion Course of the "Gifted with Freedom" UnitCan modify for oth
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8th - 12th
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12 Angry Men Writing Assignment on Jurors' Votes/Changes
This assignment deals with choosing 3 jurors and discussing the reasons how, why, and when they changed their initial votes. There is an overview of the assignment, a worksheet for organizing the requirements of a 5 paragraph essay, a peer response form, and the grading rubric.
I also have a packet for the study of the teleplay that includes reading quizzes, a vocabulary worksheet, an evidence discussion worksheet, and a discussion worksheet on all the juror's changes - this last works well in
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8th - 10th
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Simulated Congressional Hearings (SCH) Reflection
This is a reflection form for students to complete as they work together for the Simulated Congressional Hearings. Students are supposed to be working together towards their common goal of understanding their assigned unit, and this reflection form helps them be accountable for their actions. It also helps the teacher monitor student behaviors.
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5th - 7th
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Compare and Contrast Essay Packet
The assignment asked students to compare the effects of bias on two trials from American history. This packet suggests using the Lizzie Borden trial as one (since students had just finished reading about her alleged crime), but those details could easily be removed. Packet includes:
-instructions
-rubric
-essay tips
-3 writing organizers
This assignment would work for 8th-11th grade with adjustments. Students should have a grasp on writing a 5 paragraph essay with analysis.
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8th - 11th
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Social Justice Project final reflection
This evaluation of learning is meant to accompany the Social Justice project also available in my store. It is an evaluation of learning, organized as a "Show What you Know".
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8th - 12th
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