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Curated Video
The First Amendment
A video entitled "The First Amendment" that discusses the rights that are protected under the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
Makematic
Framers of the Constitution
In 1787, during the Constitutional Convention, 55 men were in attendance as the U.S. Constitution was created. But who were they, what values did they share and what factors influenced the decisions they made?
Curated Video
What is the English Bill of Rights?
The English Bill of Rights curbed the power and influence of the English monarchy and gave more power to their subjects. It’s the basis for the rights and freedoms we enjoy today.
Wonderscape
The Bill of Rights and the First Amendment Explained
Explore the significance of the Bill of Rights and the First Amendment in American history. Understand why these amendments were necessary for protecting individual freedoms and limiting government power. Learn about the rights...
Hip Hughes History
The Wall, "The Supreme Court, Religion and Public Schools"
A look at the landmark cases that have helped defined the role religion can play in public schools.
Curated Video
The Bill of Rights: What is it and what Rights does it Guarantee?
The right to stand up for what we believe in is as American as apple pie and is protected under US law by the Bill of Rights: a list of ten amendments to the US Constitution that almost never existed.
Curated Video
Breaking Down the Bill of Rights
The Bill of Rights is the first ten amendments to the US Constitution. It guarantees all Americans basic freedoms – but those freedoms have always been under attack.
Curated Video
What is The Constitution?
How has the U.S. Constitution endured when it was created over 200 years ago? Why is it still the supreme law of the land today?
Crash Course
History of Media Literacy Part 1: Crash Course Media Literacy #2
Even Plato understood the importance of media! Part of an ongoing series of media literacy videos, the resource takes viewers to where it all began ... ancient Greece. The video covers the emergence of media and the written word, the...
National Constitution Center
First Amendment Religion Part II
The Freedom of Religion video dives into the meaning of the Free Exercise Clause. Scholars learn how the Establishment Clause and the Free Exercise Clause work together to allow religious liberty and prevent the government from favoring...
National Constitution Center
First Amendment Religion Part I
An informative resource shares background information on the importance of protecting religious freedom. Individuals learn how some American colonies forced religion upon people, giving rise to the desire to worship freely without...
National Constitution Center
First Amendment Overview Part II
The First Amendment Overview video delves into examples of citizen's rights. Young academics learn how First Amendment rights have been protected in real-life examples. The video also explains that the rights laid out in the Amendment...
National Constitution Center
First Amendment Overview Part I
The Declaration of Independence details the natural rights guaranteed by the First Amendment. The video explains these rights, including freedom of speech and non-violent protest. Scholars learn why specific rights were guaranteed and...
C-SPAN
On This Day: Branch Davidian Standoff
When David Koresh and his followers refused to let a group of federal agent search their compound for illegal weapons, a firefight that eventually ended in the deaths of dozens of people ensued. What could law enforcement have done to...
Crash Course
Freedom of Religion: Crash Course Government and Politics #24
Americans can practice all religions anywhere in the United States any time they want ... right? Young historians answer the question as they research the true meaning of freedom of religion under the Constitution. A short video, the...
Backstory Radio
Back Story Radio: Wall of Separation: Church & State in America
BackStory Radio episode exploring the separation of church and state and freedom of religion and what that has meant to various groups throughout history. Audio and transcripts are provided.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Crash Course Government and Politics: Freedom of Religion
In this episode, we discuss the first amendment and an individual's right to the freedom of religion. We'll examine some significant supreme court decisions and talk about how they've affected our interpretations of the law with respect...
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Freedom of Religion Pt. 2: Violence During the Reformation
Discusses the violence in Europe towards other religions during the Reformation.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Freedom of Religion Pt. 3: Europeans Accept Churches
Even with the intolerance of the Reformation, the acceptance of established churches took hold in many countries across Europe.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Freedom of Religion Pt. 9: States Separate Church and State
Looks at the development of religious tolerance in early America and the separation of the church from the state.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Freedom of Religion Pt. 10: Church and State Separation
Examines the disappearance of established religion in the states and the incorporation of the establishment clause.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Freedom of Religion Pt. 15: Free Exercise Clause
Explains the two parts of the free exercise of religion guarantee in the Constitution - the freedom to believe and the freedom to practice.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Freedom of Religion Pt. 17: Free Exercise and Student Rights
Discusses the application of the free exercise clause to student rights in the context of their religious beliefs, as interpreted by the Supreme Court.
Center For Civic Education
60 Second Civics: Freedom of Religion Pt. 18: Free Exercise Test
The free exercise test used by the Supreme Court asks two questions when determining if religious rights are being infringed upon.