Lesson Plan
Deliberating in a Democracy

Domestic Violence

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers examine domestic violence issues. In this global studies instructional activity, students read a case study on domestic violence. High schoolers take notes on the case and respond to discussion questions.
Lesson Plan
Deliberating in a Democracy

Violent Video Games

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers examine violence in video games. In this American history instructional activity, learners read an article on the link between video games and violence. High schoolers respond to discussion questions and debate the topic.
Handout
Other

Legal Guide for Immigrants to Maine

For Students 9th - 10th
Comprehensive but easily understood legal guide for noncitizens in Spanish and English. Though directed to immigrants to Maine, the basic principles apply to immigrants to any state in the United States.
Handout
Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Negligence

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about negligence, which is "a type of tort or delict that can either be criminal or civil in nature." This encyclopedia entry explains the features of negligence claims, the types of damage awards victims may receive, and the legal...