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Peer reviewedLibresco, Andrea – Social Studies Review, 1988
Provides a six day unit of instruction designed to help senior high students understand the civil rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution's First Amendment. Based around provided summaries of famous court cases, the unit includes instructional objectives, suggested teaching procedures, and evaluation aids. (JDH)
Descriptors: Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Democracy, Freedom of Speech
Download full textMacDonald, David – 1999
This lesson for grade 12 is designed to increase student awareness of the debate surrounding flag burning, the proposed constitutional amendment to prohibit flag burning, and the constitutional issues involved, specifically the First Amendment. Students play the role of staff members for a U.S. Senator. They research the issue and prepare both pro…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Civil Liberties, Constitutional Law, Controversial Issues (Course Content)
