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Curated OER

Approaching Law Enforcement Officers

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners acknowledge the role of law enforcement in the community. They discuss the ways in which law enforcement act in the community. Students role play appropriate behavior when approached by a member of law enforcement. This less...
Worksheet
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Law Enforcement Puzzle

For Students 7th - 10th
In this Law Enforcement puzzle, students identify topics dealing with law enforcement. A list of 40 words are given to assist students in their search.
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To Protect And Serve? Debating Police Misconduct And Reform

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Students discuss purpose of law enforcement, its relationship to the community it serves, and ways to combat police misconduct.
Lesson Plan
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The Police Uniform

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the purpose and function of the police uniform. They conduct research using a variety of resources. The information is used in order to focus upon the history and hold relevant class discussions. Students explain why...
Lesson Plan
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Safety And Water Safety

For Teachers K - 1st
Young scholars investigate the concept of safety in and out of the water. They conduct research using a variety of resources. Students focus upon the role of police officers in the keeping of safety and then discuss the different types...
Lesson Plan
Anti-Defamation League

Exploring Solutions to Address Radical Disparity Concerns

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
The deaths of Michael Brown, Eric Garner, and Tamir Rice, and the protests that followed the 2014 shootings, are the focus of a current-events activity that asks class members to brainstorm and research possible strategies to address the...
Lesson Plan
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The 100 Club Lends Many Hands

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers read about the purpose and history of 100 Clubs. As a class, they discuss the importance of these groups and identify local chapters. They write a reaction to the concept and identify people who belong and who should...
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Judicial Learning Center

Your 4th Amendment Rights

For Students 6th - 12th Standards
Americans love to learn about their rights, especially those that protect them from the government's power to invade their privacy. Young people are especially engaged by this topic. An informative lesson explores four Supreme Court...
Lesson Plan
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Paedophile Ring Busted

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students discuss recent police operation. In this pedophile ring bust lesson, students consider how to be safe when on the Internet and discuss recent article. The lesson includes a series of games, questions, and activities. 
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Streetlaw: Careers in the Law

For Students 9th - 10th
If you are interested in being an attorney, corrections officer, court reporter, forensic scientist, police officer, judge or government agent, check out this description of several legal careers. Learn about salary, required education,...
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: How Do You Become a Police Officer?

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the basic requirements to become a police officer and opportunities to progress in this career.