Canadian Museum of History
Cmc: The Privilege of the Sword
This site provides a fascinating look into the type of weapons used in the 1660s by Samuel de Champlain.
Thomson Reuters
Find Law: u.s. Constitution: Article I, Section 6
This resource presents section 6 of article 1 of the U.S. Constitution, which details the rights and disabilities of members of Congress. The site discusses congressional pay, and privileges from arrest and of speech or debate in an...
University of Missouri
Exploring Constitutional Conflicts: The Reach of Congressional Power
Read about the privileges and powers exercised by Congress from a constitutional law perspective. Includes examples of many cases which have tested the limits of Congressional power in the history of the United States. Many links to...
Other
Landmark Cases: United States v. Nixon (1974)
This is a great resource for teaching about this key Supreme Court case that dealt with the issue of executive privilege, and became known as the Watergate Scandal. Included is the complete text of the opinion.
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Defamation
Learn what defamation is, and explore the legal differences between slander and libel. Other concepts include "false light" and "absolute privilege." Also looks at legal defenses used and defamation laws in other countries.
Other
Historical Society of Pennsylvania: Liberty on the Anvil
William Penn's Charter of Privileges, which formed the framework for the government of Pennsylvania, is still a living document today. Read about its history and its influence on the Liberty Bell.
Other
Highway safety.org: Beginning Teenage Drivers
This site from HighwaySafety.org explores the high percentage of teenage car crashes, and pushes for "Graduated licensing," a process of phasing-in driving privileges, to lower the risk of crashes.
Louisiana Department of Education
Louisiana Doe: Curriculum Hub: Ela Guidebooks: Application: Teenage Brain: Review Argumentative Claims
Review argumentative claims in preparation for a discussion about age-restricted privileges.
ibiblio
Ibiblio: Christopher Columbus
This Ibiblio site offers a brief overview of Christopher Columbus and the agreements that he entered into with Spain as stated in the Book of Privileges.
Digital History
Digital History: Transforming American Law
Changes in American law promoted economic growth. See how private companies were protected from penalties and liabilities, and were given special privileges because they contributed to the public good.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Two Towns of Jasper (Classroom Resources on Racism)
Classroom resources that examine the history and intent of hate groups in the United States and the notorious race-motivated murder committed in Jasper, Texas, by three white supremacists. Resources take students through a number of...
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: New Freedom
Provides a summary and interesting facts about Woodrow Wilson's New Freedom that attacked the Triple Wall of Privilege and passed social reforms.
Curated OER
Web Gallery of Art: Count Willem Ii of Holland Granting Privileges
An image of "Count Willem II of Holland Granting Privileges", created by Caesar Van Everdingen in 1655 (Oil on canvas, 218 x 212 cm).
Center For Civic Education
Center for Civic Education: Constitution Day and Citizenship Day
September 17 is recognized in the United States as Constitution Day and Citizenship Day. The purpose of Constitution Day and Citizenship Day is to commemorate the creation and signing of the supreme law of the land and to honor and...
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Alien and Sedition Acts
A great description of the Alien and Sedition Acts, passed by the Federalist Congress in 1798. See how the Federalists tried to hang on to power by restricting voting privileges and infringing on free speech and freedom of the press.
CNN
Cnn: China's Former 'First Family'
An article from CNN about the children of Deng Xiaoping: "Deng children enjoy privilege, jealous attention." Great picture of Deng Xiaoping with his grandchild.
Curated OER
Ibiblio: Christopher Columbus
This Ibiblio site offers a brief overview of Christopher Columbus and the agreements that he entered into with Spain as stated in the Book of Privileges.
University of Missouri
Exploring Constitutional Conflicts: Separation of Powers
When do the actions of one branch of the federal government unconstitutionally intrude upon the powers of another branch? This article surveys the history of this question in historic Supreme Court cases.
Other
Treaty Establishing the European Community
This page provides access to the "Treaty establishing the European Community as Amended by Subsequent Treaties: ROME, 25 March 1957." Links are provided for each article.
Bartleby
Bartleby.com: Robert's Rules of Order Revised (1915)
Bartleby.com provides the full text to Robert's Rules of Order Revised (published 1915). The content is indexed by section.
Other
J Learning: Your How to Site for Community Journalism
This website is a tutorial in how to make an on-line community newspaper. Check out the hot topics, more learning, and latest updates sections to get more instruction.
Library of Congress
Loc: Exploring the Early Americas: Columbus and the Taino
An on-line exhibit displaying copies of Columbus' journals, other writings about his voyages and findings, as well as information and artifacts of the Taino, the Native Americans Columbus encountered on San Salvador.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Primary Source Set: The Awakening by Kate Chopin
This collection uses primary sources to explore The Awakening by Kate Chopin.
Louisiana Department of Education
Louisiana Doe: Curriculum Hub: Ela Guidebooks: Teenage Brain: Teen Decision Making and Behavior
Students research an age restricted privilege/right such as driving, drinking, and voting. Students conduct research to answer questions including: Why was the age limit for your privilege determined? When was it determined? Students use...
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