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Middle school criminal justice - law research
Fairy Tale Court - a mock trial mini unit
Fairy Tale Court is an activity that facilitates many ELA learning outcomes in a way that's highly engaging for students. Students will develop research skills, engage in critical thinking, defend a position, play the role of a character in court, and practice presentation skills. They will learn all about the judicial system as they participate in a mock trial of their own.This resource includes:Teacher NotesFairy Tale Court InstructionsCourt Procedures and EtiquetteSix Classic Fairy TalesExhib
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5th - 8th
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Mock Trial Scenarios 1 - court simulation for middle school
Mock Trial Scenarios 1 is an activity that facilitates many ELA learning outcomes in a way that is highly engaging for students. Students will develop research skills, engage in critical thinking, defend a position, play the role of a character in court, and practice presentation skills. Students will learn about the judicial system as they participate in a mock trial of their own.This resource includes:Teacher NotesCourt InstructionsCourt Procedures and EtiquetteCasesTemplate for the Prosecutio
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6th - 9th
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Forensics: Innocence Project Lesson & Research Activity
Save yourself TIME AND ENERGY with this no-prep Innocence Project Lesson & Research Activity! This resource bundle begins with a lesson over The Innocence Project where students will complete the included "Science Scribbles" notes sheet. Then, students will conduct their own research and create a banner that showcases what they learned. Need a digital option? No problem! This bundle includes both PRINT and DIGITAL versions of each resource, making it perfect for distance learning, online c
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8th - 12th
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Death Investigation- Digital Assignment Grid for Distance Learning [Forensics]
Do you need Distance Learning Resources for your Forensics Science course? This DEATH INVESTIGATION-Digital Assignment Grid is a no-prep option for your digital classroom and online needs. All of my assignment grids include 6 ready-to-go assignments that require NO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE and are perfect for digital learning platforms. I have included instructional videos that walks you step-by-step through the process of assigning this resource to your students via Google Classroom. What's Included:
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: FORENSICS CURRICULUM- ENTIRE YEAR COURSE BUNDLE (FORENSIC SCIENCE)
Mock Trial Scenarios 2 - a court simulation
Mock Trial Scenarios 2 is an activity that facilitates many ELA learning outcomes in a way that is highly engaging for students. Students will develop research skills, engage in critical thinking, defend a position, play the role of a character in court, and practice presentation skills. Students will learn about the judicial system as they participate in a mock trial of their own.This resource includes:Teacher NotesCasesCourt InstructionsCourt Procedures and EtiquetteExhibitsJudge InstructionsJ
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6th - 9th
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Research Project: Real-Life Crime and Punishment (not Dostoevsky)
Research Project: Crime and Punishment: This is a full unit plan for a 5 - 10 day-long research project. The purpose of this project is to acquaint learners with the consequences of criminal actions, and to encourage them to explore alternative methods of punishment.
The project includes: individual and group collaboration, conducting research, analyzing findings, preparing reports, technical writing, creative and critical thinking, creating a presentation, and presenting to the class.
Grades:
8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Introduction to Forensics Activity Collection
All your favorite Introduction to Forensic Science Activities in one bundle! Kick off your class teaching about the History of Forensics, the Criminal Justice System, The CSI Effect (and preconceptions), Historical Figures in Forensics, and the Forensic Laboratory. Everything you need to start your forensics class off right, in one collection! ✔️Bundle Includes:Over 80 pages of resources/keys featuring a wide variety of activities✽ Doodle-it! Notes✽ Chapter 1 of Active Reading Textbook✽ Projec
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Grades:
8th - 11th
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
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The Civil and Criminal Trials of OJ Simpson Doodle-it! Notes or Research
CASE STUDY DOODLE-IT! NOTES or STUDENT RESEARCH These pages are the perfect graphic organizer for introducing the CIVIL VS. CRIMINAL TRIALS OF OJ SIMPSON. Use for direct instruction notes or as a scaffold for student research (suggested links included). Several versions of each page are included allowing you flexibility with differentiation. This set is a MUST-HAVE for any forensics or criminal justice teacher!By embellishing their notes with creative touches such as color and visual cues, stude
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Grades:
8th - 11th
Also included in: Introduction to Forensics Activity Collection
Serial Killer Case Study Infographic One Pager Research Activity BUNDLE
PROFILE OF A SERIAL KILLER: This versatile BUNDLE of resources will be the perfect addition to your forensics or psychology course. Students use the internet to research serial killers & complete the infographic. Short on time? No problem, you can print the completed version as a handout or use projected as a way to introduce each case.Serial Killer One-Pagers can be used in a variety of ways:➩Attention-Grabbing Introduction to the Unit➩ Supplement to Forensic Topics➩Enrichment & Extens
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8th - 11th
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Create a Netflix Series about a Supreme Court Case
There are several groundbreaking Supreme Court cases that every American should be aware of. These historical cases have had the biggest impact on our system of government and our laws. For this project, students will be assigned one of these cases and will need to create a Netflix docuseries about the case itself and the outcome. Using their knowledge of the Constitution, Bill of Rights, Supreme Court, and basic ideas about law, students will research the case they have been assigned, and org
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6th - 12th
Nonfiction Analysis | Media and Nonfiction | Lizzie Borden Trial
This is a highly engaging resource for nonfiction analysis with a focus on media and how media can affect a trial or create bias. It includes articles from Lizzie Borden's trial, the actual verdict, group work instructions, Jigsaw activities, and a class debate!All of these come with detailed instructions and lessons. The news articles are in the public domain and I included links to further evidence from a public website. About Your Resource:Your resource is a Google Drive Slide and/or Doc.Plea
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8th - 12th
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History of Forensics Logo Design Challenge Project and Gallery Walk
Forensics & Print and Go This Logo Design Challenge is a creative way to introduce or review historic developments in the field of forensic science without boring notes! This two part activity starts with a challenge to create a logo which represents someone who has made significant contribution to the world of forensic science. Students then need to justify why they designed their logo the way they did. Part 2 of the activity is a Gallery walk. The Product includes the documents you wil
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: Introduction to Forensics Activity Collection
Capital Punishment: Death Penalty Research Project and Class Debate Activity
Students examine different viewpoints on the death penalty by researching evidence from both sides to then participate in the Spectrum Debate Activity. Finally, a debate activity where every student is expected and able to participate without the chaos of a view loud voices. This activity download will show you how! Included is:1. Research Project Instruction Sheet2. Student Exemplar of Research Project (so you can see what a finished student project should look like)3. Spectrum Debate Instru
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7th - 12th
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Serial Killer Case Study TED BUNDY Infographic One Pager Research Activity
DIGITAL OR PRINT RESOURCE POST or PRINT & GO! This versatile resource will be the perfect addition to your forensics or psychology course. Students use the internet to research the serial killer Ted Bundy, The Campus Killer & complete the infographic. Short on time? No problem, you can print the completed version as a handout or use projected as a way to introduce his case. This resource pairs perfectly with theTed Bundy & Odontology Case Study. Assign the One-Pager for homework the
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Grades:
8th - 12th
Also included in: Forensic Science The ENTIRE WISEflamingo Forensics Product Line
Civil Rights Research Paper
Students will research a key event or person from the Civil Rights Movement. Students will learn about valid sources and how to write a research paper. I give students three weeks to write their papers, but only allow five class days for research and learning how to write a research paper. The Civil Rights Movement is a very large topic; this paper is a great way for students to focus on individual events and people. Please feel free to modify this assignment to fit the needs of your class. Spe
Grades:
7th - 12th
Also included in: American History Research Papers Collection
SPY CASE activity: Rosenberg espionage trial. Cold War
Fun and engaging activity where students take on roles in the criminal case against Julius and Ethel Rosenberg for intent to commit espionage. Students will research Cold War relations between the US and the Soviet Union and learn the basics of criminal justice as they play the part of prosecutors, defense attorneys and jury members; deciding the fate of the accused. Included is a Word document with research paper guidelines, role descriptions for criminal case and criteria for grading.
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7th - 12th
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Criminal Justice LEVELS OF LAW ENFORCEMENT Lesson Bundle
This Crenshaw Criminal Justice Learning Tools Lesson Bundle requires that students have access to the internet and teaches students about the three levels of law enforcement. Included is: 1) PowerPoint Lesson: Levels of Law Enforcement, which includes a DO NOW activity, LESSON OBJECTIVES, and an EXIT TICKET, 2) JUSTICE Article: What Does A Police Officer Do?, 3) Handout A: What Does A Police Officer Do?, 4) JUSTICE Article: Levels of Law Enforcement, 5) Handout B: Levels of Law Enforcement, 6) H
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6th - 12th
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Civil vs. Criminal Court System Doodle-it! Notes and Venn Diagram
DOODLE-IT! NOTES and Venn Diagram These pages are the perfect graphic organizer for introducing the CIVIL VS. CRIMINAL COURT SYSTEM. Use for direct instruction notes or as an assessment tool. Several versions of each page are included allowing you flexibility with differentiation. This set is a MUST-HAVE for any forensics or criminal justice teacher!By embellishing their notes with creative touches such as color and visual cues, students make more neural connections to the material... the more c
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Grades:
8th - 11th
Also included in: Introduction to Forensics Activity Collection
Forensic Career Research Project: Creating a job fair style poster
In this Forensic Career Research Project, your students with get an introduction to 16 different forensic careers. They will begin by selecting and researching 1 career to dive deep in to, but by the end of the gallery walk reflection, each student will have the full knowledge of all 16 careers. I typically give my students 4 class periods to complete the poster and 2 class periods to complete the gallery walk reflection. Everything included in this project:- PDF Research Project student paper-
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7th - 12th
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Supreme Court Cases: Teens on the Docket Project
What's the best way to get a teenager interested in learning about the Supreme Court? Put 'em on the docket!This project looks at 10 United States Supreme Court cases that have every teenager's favorite topic: other teenagers. It is a highly motivating topic and gives you the opportunity to have students examine the nuances and purpose of the judicial system. The project culminates in a trifold presentation and I have included the model that you can make and students can follow.I designed th
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Supreme Court Justice Job Posting Project
Perfect for hybrid, remote or in-person instruction!Students will be creating a job listing for a vacant seat on the US Supreme Court and then a resume for the applicant to fill the position. First students will do some background research on each current Justice on the Supreme Court and understand some information and ideologically info about them. Graphic organizer, resources and ANSWER KEY included.We know in real life these seats are filled by Presidential appointments and Senate confirmatio
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8th - 12th, Higher Education
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Richard Nixon and The Watergate Scandal: A Mock Trial
After learning about Richard Nixon and The Watergate Scandal, students will participate in a mock trial where they must decide if Nixon is guilty of burglary and blackmail.Included are the following:A description of the mock trial and positions for each student in the mock trial.Note catchers to help students organize their researchSix websites for research.A rubric that can be used to grade the mock trial.Students will love to learn about this historic event through an interactive and cooperati
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6th - 12th
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Forensics: The Innocence Project Webquest
*Can be differentiated for different levels!**Fully Editable!*Use this GoogleSlides activity to assign to your students as a guided Webquest research assignment where they can choose a career and research it. * Encourages student choice.* Each slide guides students to look up something specific about the organization. * Students are encouraged to synthesize information from text. * Reflection section allows students to discuss their findings. This activity may be done in a virtual setting, in pe
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Serial Podcast: Season 3 Introductory Learning Stations
Before diving into the Serial Podcast, help your students better understand different topics related to law, crime, and justice. This product consists of four learning stations all equipped with the QRC codes to help the students successfully complete the questions. The learning stations range from the subjects of the Miranda Rights, defining crimes, understanding the Black Lives Matter movement, and the history of racial injustices. This product also includes the answer documents for the studen
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7th - 12th
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