Activity

We the Jury

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Learners take on the roles of jurors in a civil case to evaluate evidence and determine a verdict in this engaging online interactive experience.

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Develop some assessment questions or a writing prompt that will ensure learners take notes during the activity and explain what they learned from the game
Classroom Considerations
  • Class members should be familiar with trial courts and the difference between a civil and criminal case
  • Game requires free online subscription
Pros
  • Online interactive includes tutorial to support your students as they learn the game
  • Engaging graphics and animations
  • Develops skills of evaluating evidence and considering point of view
Cons
  • None