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Reissman, Rose – Update on Law-Related Education, 1991
Discusses fictional media portrayals of crimefighting, such as Superman and Dick Tracy programs, that often constitute civil rights violations. Describes a learning activity that calls upon students to observe and log such portrayals and evaluate them critically. Suggests sources of program materials and lists other activities on the topic. (SG)
Descriptors: Civil Liberties, Crime, Criminal Law, Critical Thinking