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Anti-Defamation League

Martin Luther King, Jr. and Civil Rights

For Teachers 3rd - 12th Standards
How far have we come and how far do we still need to go to achieve equality and full civil rights in the United States? Include a packet of materials collected in your observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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Curated OER

Tinker v. Des Moines (1969)

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students explore the concept of symbolic speech. In this case study lesson, students read excerpts of Tinker v. Des Moines. Students then complete the provided worksheet activities and determine whether they agree with the outcome of the...
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Curated OER

Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier (1988)

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Learners explore the concept of student press rights. In this case study lesson, students read excerpts of Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier. Learners then complete the provided worksheet activities and determine whether they agree with the outcome...
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Curated OER

Freedom of Expression in Special Places

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars analyze the judicial decision making process, and identify three places presenting First Amendment problems. They analyze how the 1st Amendment applies to school newspapers, and argue for and against limiting 1st Amendment...
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Curated OER

Famous Firsts Crossword

For Teachers 5th - 7th
In this crossword puzzle worksheet, students read the 10 clues about famous firsts for Black history. Students use the words in the word bank to complete the puzzle.
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Curated OER

Sandra Day O'Connor

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students describe the achievements and positions that Sandra Day O'Connor has held. They give specific dates of Sandra Day O'Connor's achievements and positions. They identify other great achievements performed by women.
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Curated OER

Famous Firsts Challenge

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this Black history month worksheet, students read the statements about Black history month. Students select the best answer to complete the 10 statements.
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Curated OER

The Development of Antitrust Enforcement

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers analyze antitrust enforcement. In this American economics lesson plan, students listen to their instructor present a lecture regarding the details of the free market system and antitrust laws. High schoolers respond to...
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Curated OER

Issues in Public Education During the Kentucky Civil Rights Era

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students conduct oral history interviews and research historical and contemporary media articles about multiculturalism and diversity.
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Curated OER

What's Your Reference

For Teachers 7th - 9th
In this reference material worksheet, students choose the correct reference for each question given. Students discover the differences in the materials found in the dictionary, the almanac, the atlas, the newspaper, and the thesaurus.
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Constitutional Rights Foundation

Constitutional Rights Foundation: The u.s. Supreme Court: Fdr Tries to "Pack" the Supreme Court

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Lesson and activity in which students learn about the importance of the Supreme Court, balance of power, and judicial reform.
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: The United States Supreme Court: Published Opinions

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Students will read and analyze published opinions of the United States Supreme Court to determine the type of opinions issued by the court. Students will select a justice and attempt to determine that justice's ideology as they read the...
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PBS

Pbs: How the Supreme Court Affects the Lives of Teens (Lesson Plan)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Objectives for this instructional activity include describing the structure and function of the Supreme Court, looking at important decisions, and discussing recent rulings and issues.
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Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Extra! Extra! Supreme Court Case Makes Headlines!

For Teachers 6th - 9th
This is a project to conclude the study of the Judicial Branch of our government. The students, working in pairs, will be assigned a landmark Supreme Court case to research in a computer lab setting. They will then construct a one-page...
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iCivics

I Civics: The Judicial Branch

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Learners will learn about the federal and state courts and what they do. They will explore the courts' role in fairly settling disputes and administering justice, and the unique role of the U.S. Supreme Court in interpreting the U.S....
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Bill of Rights Institute

Bill of Rights Institute: Supreme Court Gps Warrant Hearing

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Investigators must acquire a search warrant before intitiating a GPS search of a vehicle to track criminals, decided upon by justices, so as not to infringe on the rights of search and seizure stated in the Bill of Rights. This lesson...