6th GRADE COURSE OUTLINE
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TEAM-BUILDING
Working Together
WHAT IS LAW?Hammurabi
Why do we have laws?
Why should we study law?
What Can You Do With A
Law Degree? LEGAL SKILLS
Timelines
Where was OJ Simpson on June 12, 1994? Research Primary vs. Secondary Sources Organizing Facts Writing Active Listening MORALITY & LAW
Morals, Candor & Ethics The Trolly Problem Case Studies The Queen vs. Dudley & Stevens INTRO TO US LAWDeclaration of Independence
King George & the Colonists |
U.S. CONSTITUTION
The Articles
The Branches of Government Building the Branches The Bill of Rights Freedom of Speech Freedom of Religion Freedom of Assembly Freedom of Press Freedom to Petition Right to Bear Arms Probable Cause Search & Seizure Miranda Warnings Right to a Speedy Trial Right to a Trial By Jury Privilege Against Self-Incrimination Equal Protection Bill of Rights Activities Why the Bill of Rights Matters To You Worksheet That's Your Right Game IiCivics Do I have a Right Game COURT SYSTEM
The Court System
Jurisdiction Courtroom Layout Players CRIMINAL LAW Jail v. Prison Misdemeanor v. Felony Case Study: Casey Anthony Juries The Rights of Juries Worksheet |
STATUTES & ELEMENTS
Actus Reus & Mens Rea Burden of Proof TRIAL PRACTICE & PROCEDUREMy Cousin Vinny Worksheet
Theme & Theory Opening Statements Direct Examination Cross Examination Closing Arguments Evidence Objections Presentation Skills Debates Mock Trial COMPETITIONS
Nova Law School Mock Trial Competition
Opening Statement Competition |
