Post date: Oct 26, 2014 9:01:23 PM
Yes we are officially embarking on our study of the Judicial Branch. We may have saved the best for last according to the comments of previous classes. Last week we discussed how it seems our fascination with this branch of government impacts our culture including film, literature, and television. We will look at the different roles of people in the court system and some basics on how it is set up at the local, State, and Federal levels. Remember we could spend years studying the judicial system, so we will be giving you he basics to be an informed citizen. Also a reminder of we discussed that we will have a lot of thoughts and opinions when discussing the topics. Each student brings their own experiences and beliefs to our class, and we should respect that in our group and class work for the upcoming days.
MONDAY 10/27--DDOG (handed out-last week), Finish discussing Capital Punishment with a look at both the pros/cons of the death penalty in our country. Primary sources/quotes will be used in looking at this. We will conclude by having a Wall Post with your views. Begin power point on court set up and process (Judicial Branch 101).
TUESDAY 10/28--DDOG, At the beginning of class you will be handed out scenarios to review first on your own and then in groups. You group will be assigned a specific case to share with the class. After each group shares their views we will learn the results of the actual court case assigned to the scenario. This will more than likely take today and part of tomorrow.
WEDNESDAY 10/29--DDOG, Letter Writing Assignment given (conclusion of the trimester)--DUE MONDAY 11/3, Finish Court Cases, Hand out list of Supreme Court Cases to look up and learn. You will have a quiz over specific court cases and court terms.
THURSDAY 10/30--DDOG, finish Power Point over courts and show clips from 12 Angry Men to explain jury process and importance as citizens, new if time allows.
FRIDAY 10/31--LAST DDOG-DUE!!!! Court quiz over cases and terms, Begin watching A Civil Action to see court process along with civil cases and preparing for finals week.
Daily Dose of Government:
Monday 10/27--What are some of the benefits of a trial by jury? Consequences?
Tuesday 10/28--How do you think you will feel when it comes time for you to serve on a jury?
Wednesday 10/29--What role does the media play in the court process? Do you think it has been beneficial or harmful to the process? Explain.
Thursday 10/30--Of the court cases we have discussed, which one stand out as some of the most important for American citizens? Explain.
Friday 10/31--CURRENT EVENTS, DDOG due