Standard 1:
Demonstrate an understanding of the fundamental historical and philosophical principles and ideas that led to the development of the American constitutional democracy. USG.1.ER, 1.IN, 1.CC, 1.IP
Standard 2:
Demonstrate an understanding of the structure and functions of government at all levels in the United States.
USG.2.ER, 2.IN, 2.CC, 2.IP
Quote:
"Better a thousandfold abuse of free speech, than denial of free speech"
-Charles Bradlaugh
2. Students will breakdown the 1st Amendment court cases
-Students will learn B,C,D (Basis of the Case, Constitutional Issue, Decision of the Court)
Free Speech
-Bethel v. Frasier
-Texas v. Johnson
-Tinker v. Des Moines
-Schenk v. US
Freedom of Religion
-Engel v Vitale
-Minersville S.D. v. Gobitis (West Virginia State Board v. Barnette)
-Everson v. Board of Education
Freedom of the Press
-Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier
-Miller v. California
-NY Times v. US
-Schenk v. US