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News Literacy Model Curriculum in Social Studies
Scholars investigate news literacy in the twenty-first century. They use technology, legal decisions, writings, and digital privacy to analyze the topic. Using what they learned, a group assignment looks into both the challenges and...
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What Is Separation of Powers?
Who has the power? Scholars investigate the creation of the three branches of government in the United States Constitution. They analyze just why the framers created the branches the way they did.
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Putting on Mock Trials
Mock trials are a great way to teach youngsters about law and the legal system. Whether you plan to conduct mock trials in your classroom or are considering taking on the role of team coach, the information in this packet proves invaluable.
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From Marshall to Marshall: Supreme Court's Changing Stance on Tribal Sovereignty
This essay describes the legal questions which faced both courts on whether American Indians owned their land, deserved tribal sovereignty, or constituted a foreign nation. The author describes how the Supreme Court affected Indian...
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American Bar Association: Standing Committee Gun Violence
This site, operated by the American Bar Association, has information regarding various aspects of the issue of guns and violence in America. It particularly focuses on the Standing Committee on Gun Violence.
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This resource is the official homepage of the American Bar Association (ABA).
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American Bar Association Lesson Plan: Dispute Resolution: Rights in Conflict
Help young children identify problems, then find fair solutions in this teacher-directed activity on conflict resolution.
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American Bar Association: Aba Approved Law Schools
Are you looking for a law school? The American Bar Association has provided links to law schools by alpha or by state approved by the American Bar Association.
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American Bar Association: How Courts Work: Mediation
Mediation provides an alternative way for people to work out their differences without going to court. Learn what mediation is, the process involved, and what its advantages are.
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American Bar Association: The Probate Process
This article describes what probate is, generally what the probate process involves, and whether a living trust is preferable to going through the probate process.
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American Bar Association: What Does the Preamble of the Constitution Mean? [Pdf]
A lesson plan to help students understand the preamble of the U. S. Constitution.
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American Bar Assoc.: Separation of Powers, Connecting the Separate Powers [Pdf]
This lesson involves role-playing to help the students understand the separation of powers. [PDF]
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American Bar Association: How the Law Regulates Who May Vote
A lesson plan that includes a handout and various follow-up activities for middle schoolers. The instructional activity is described here and a link is provided for downloading the lesson plan and handout.