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Adult education criminal justice - law projects
Student Lawyers: Criminal Court Mock Trials & Cases with PowerPoint
Students will get the opportunity to be lawyers and prosecute or defend an accused person in a criminal trial (11 total). Each group will consist of 2 lawyers (prosecuting and defending), and an accused person. The teacher will act as the judge and guide the jury as they vote on the verdict. The majority vote determines the verdict. This unit includes court brief handouts, directions, and PowerPoint explaining how the cases will proceed. Visit our store for much more helpful and free stuff!Crim
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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MOCK TRIAL! - The Guide, Rubrics, and Handouts to the Ultimate Project
Would you like to see your students rise to the highest of expectations? Watch your students transform into lawyers pushing the envelope of persuasion, witnesses carefully building a case, or judge/jury to conduct it fairly and appropriately. Do you want to have some of the most fun in your teaching life? Then purchase this Word document - easily my most downloaded and highly rated product - and customize it for your students and the trial of your choice. There are role descriptions and customiz
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Innocence Project | Create a Podcast | Project Based Learning
Have your students investigate the trail and ultimate exoneration of wrongly convicted ex-prisoners who gained freedom as the result of The Innocence Project. This is a powerful social justice topic for your students to research while using 21st century skills such as podcast creation. Your students will have the opportunity to be their very own true crime investigator like all of the podcasts they listen to and love! This product includes: (1) 6 page assignment sheet which can be printed and s
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Forensics: Cyber Crime Student Projects
Engage your students in the world of cybercrime with this student-centered project. Given 30 high-level topics, your students will pick 3, conduct research, and create a visual presentation to demonstrate their cohesive understanding of their chosen topics. A teacher grading rubric, peer review sheets, and student checklist are included! Be sure to include 2-3 days of time for research, and 1-2 days for in-class presentations.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Supreme Court Case Projects - Brochure, Powerpoint, & Infographic
Three projects that have students research Supreme Court Cases. I have typically used it for my Civil Rights & Civil Liberties Unit so I have included a list of the Court Cases that I have my students pick from as well. Included in this product: 1. A complete lesson plan with objectives, Bloom & DOK levels noted, materials needed, vocabulary/content to preview, instructional tips, common student misconceptions, and additional resources. 2. Court Case Powerpoint Project Direction Sheet fo
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Research Project: Real-Life Crime and Punishment (not Dostoevsky)
Research Project: Crime and Punishment: This is a full unit plan for a 5 - 10 day-long research project. The purpose of this project is to acquaint learners with the consequences of criminal actions, and to encourage them to explore alternative methods of punishment.
The project includes: individual and group collaboration, conducting research, analyzing findings, preparing reports, technical writing, creative and critical thinking, creating a presentation, and presenting to the class.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Criminal Mock Trial Attorney Scripts
These mock trial templates are designed for middle and high school students that are either enrolled in a law class or are participating in criminal mock trials. These templates not only explain how to write an opening statement, direct examination, cross examination, and closing argument, but they also provide a template for writing each of them. Moreover, the opening and closing sections include templates for both the prosecution and the defense. These templates are designed for criminal mo
Extreme Deviance: Serial Killers (Class slides, guided notes, and project)
These Sociology and Criminology slides cover the topic of extreme deviance and serial killers. This product includes the class slides, the guided notes assignment for students and the research project where students select, research, and classify a serial killer of their own. Product designed for Google integration but can easily be altered or converted.Class slides cover:DevianceContext of DevianceCriminal DevianceExtreme DevianceSerial KillersOrganized and Disorganized Serial KillersVisionary,
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Sociology Full Semester Bundle (Major concepts, worksheets, and simulations)
Criminal Law: Large Courtroom Simulation: “The People vs. Jack Montgomery”
Immerse your law, civics, or social studies students in the intricate world of legal proceedings with our meticulously crafted lesson plan, "Criminal Law Large Courtroom Simulation: The People vs. Jack Montgomery." This meticulously designed activity is tailored to provide an enriching and immersive experience, allowing students to delve into the complexities of the justice system while honing essential skills.Through this engaging simulation, students will step into the roles of legal professio
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Business Law ENTIRE CURRICULUM BUNDLE (Business Law)
Business Law ENTIRE CURRICULUM BUNDLE (Business Law)Includes powerpoints and projects.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
UPDATED: Understanding Canadian Law - Grade 11 Law Course Bundle
Buy this bundle and most of your planning is DONE FOR YOU!This bundle includes a range of lessons, assignments, and quizzes relating to Law and research methods in legal studies. This bundle focuses on the following teaching concepts: Universal designCritical thinkingScaffolded ActivitiesDirect InstructionCollaborative InstructionRich TasksWhat's Included:The Inquiry Process & Skill Development in Legal Studies (Strand A)Google Slides: Inquiry Process and Skill Development in Legal StudiesAp
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Serial Killer Student Projects
With this project, your students will select from some of the world's most prolific and well-known serial killers, and will immerse themselves in the world of forensic behavioral analysis and research. Students are asked to complete a research paper and PowerPoint, and are provided a detailed outline to ensure that their research is completed in its entirety, and gives a thorough overview of their selected serial killer. A teacher rubric for grading student projects and presentations is includ
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
Bundle: "The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez" Case Study and Final Project
This is a unit I ended my Intro to Forensic Science class with. They got to choose to listen to a podcast series or watch a Netflix docuseries. This bundle includes:Editable episode guides that have comprehension and analysis questions for students to answer as they watch each episode of the Netflix docuseries "The Trials of Gabriel Fernandez." The series investigates the tragic death of an 8-year-old California boy who endured horrific abuse by his mother and her boyfriend, along with the fr
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Argumentative writing, Bullying, Michelle Carter, Critical thinking, Perspective
Argumentative writing, Bullying, Michelle Carter, Critical thinking, PerspectiveThe high school years are a time of intense personal growth and discovery. For many students, it is also a time when they begin to experiment with social media. With its power to connect people from all over the world, social media can be a positive force in young people's lives. However, as the case of Michelle Carter demonstrates, it can also be used to destructive ends. By studying Carter's trial in high school, s
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Family Law - Marriage
This Family Law packet focuses on marriage. The requirement of marriage and the history of controversial marriages are covered. This packet was created by a licensed attorney and middle school teacher who was named 2020 Teacher of the Year for Broward County, Florida. The packet includes:Lesson vocabulary;Three lesson plans;Four handouts;Answer key;Video links; A 30-page marriage project; andA corresponding PowerPoint presentation. Each lesson plan includes standards (aligned to Florida), obj
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
Innocence Project Final Assignment
Engage your high school students in the art of persuasive writing with this comprehensive Defense Letter Assignment bundle for the Innocence Project! This captivating assignment challenges students to utilize ethos, pathos, and logos as they craft compelling defense letters advocating for the re-examination of wrongful conviction cases. With clear guidelines, structured scaffolding, and a focus on essential elements like topic sentences, evidence, commentary, and conclusion, this bundle empowers
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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
Forgery Project (Business Law, Criminal Justice)
Forgery Project (Business Law, Criminal Justice)Students will research a famous forgery case and discover the role that written evidence played in the solving of the case. Includes open response questions and a feedback section along with a rubric. The following cases are used:1. The ransom notes in the kidnapping of Charles Lindbergh, Jr., on March 1, 1932 2. Clifford Irving’s forgery during the 1970s of letters and an autobiography he claimed Howard Hughes, the reclusive billionaire, had
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Business Law ENTIRE CURRICULUM BUNDLE (Business Law)
Civil Liberties (U.S. Government) Bundle with Video
You can purchase all of my U.S. Government resources which includes power points, guided notes (with questions), homework, quizzes, unit tests, and group projects here: U.S. Government ResourcesA quick word about my teaching style so that you know what you are getting into. I have worked at several schools in the past where I did not have the ability to check out books to students because of short supply. Because of this, I created materials in which I wouldn't need my students to have a textboo
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
CRITICAL THINKING COURT CASE SUMMARY AND POSTER PROJECT (FAMOUS TRIALS) BUNDLE
CRITICAL THINKING COURT CASE SUMMARY DEBATE AND POSTER PROJECT (FAMOUS TRIALS) BUNDLEThese two products are bundled together with a 20% discountMy COURT CASE SUMMARY DEBATES are excellent supplements to any class focusing on ethics, law, justice, argumentative writing, and debate, and they also work well as last-minute sub-plans or stand-alone lessons.United States v. John Hinckley, Jr. A perfect activity for critical thinking and analytical reasoning.MY COURT CASE SUMMARY DEBATES ARE REPLACING
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Argumentative passages, essays, Perspective Taking, Read Across America
Argumentative passages, essays, Perspective Taking, Read Across America Read Across America, an initiative by the National Education Association (NEA), offers a platform to celebrate reading and promote literacy. However, its celebration in recent years has been marked by discussions around book banning and censorship, reflecting on historical events like the Scopes Trial.THIS PRODUCT IS PRINT ONLY. YOU WILL FIND MY SLIDES AND PRINT VERSION HERE: FREE SPEECH SLIDES AND PRINT The Scopes Trial, al
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Cyber Bullying, Civics end of year project, Michelle Carter, Argumentative texts
Cyber Bullying, Civics end of year project, Michelle Carter, Argumentative texts**PRINT VERSION** See the bundle of this product here:MICHELLE CARTER BUNDLEDo your students understand legal responsibility?The case of Michelle Carter has raised important questions about the role of social media in our lives and its impact on criminal law. This product will engage your students in topics such as free will, criminal negligence, and commission versus omission – crucial aspects that must be understoo
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Serial Killer Profile Research Project
I have included all of the Serial Killer information into one bundle. PowerPoint over profiling a serial killer, the major project, sign up sheet for classes, due dates of each section of the project and a rubric within the actual project. I typically start in November and make the entire project due just before students break for winter break/holidays/end of the semester. Feel free to change it to work on your school's/district's schedule.
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Create Your Own Society Project (Virtual School Edition)
The "Create Your Own Society Project" is a great beginning of the year assignment. The project asks kids to imagine they have discovered an uninhabited island. In teams of four to six, their goal is to settle on the island and create a society. Creating a society requires anything from food and shelter to government and economics. The Society Project gives students creative freedom to create whatever they want, within the parameters of the assignment.I like doing this project at the beginnin
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
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