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Testing DNA and the Death Penalty

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students explore issues surrounding death penalty debate and participate in a values-clarification activity to help them form their opinions on this topic. They create a talk show to discuss issues involved with DNA testing and the death...
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The Death Penalty -- Background and Quiz

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars participate in an activity about the death penalty. In groups, they research the history of corporal punishment and take notes on interesting facts. They identify and discuss the arguments for and against the use of it and...
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Preliminary Reflection on the Death Penalty

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Young scholars discuss the death penalty. They explore specific cases and form an opinion of whether or not they agree with it. They share their opinions, pro or con, in the form of a debate.
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Words In the News US Execution Delayed Again

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Young scholars complete worksheets and an online quiz to increase their vocabulary before reading an online article about the death penalty in the US. They participate in a mini-debate on the issue.