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Direct linkStaros, Kari; Williams, Charles F. – Social Education, 2007
The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects the people of the United States from unreasonable searches and seizures. On first reading, these protections seem clearly defined. The amendment was meant to protect Americans from the kinds of random searches and seizures that the colonists experienced under British colonial rule. Under…
Descriptors: Search and Seizure, Court Litigation, Constitutional Law, Privacy
Peer reviewedWilliams, Charles F.; Leiterman, Hannah – Social Education, 1999
Provides summaries of U.S. Supreme Court case decisions during its 1998-99 term on the following issues: (1) sexual harassment; (2) street gangs; (3) search and seizure; (4) welfare; (5) immigration; and (6) census. Previews the 1999-2000 term. Includes the article "Teaching Activities and Discussion Questions" by Hannah Leiterman. (CMK)
Descriptors: Court Litigation, Educational Strategies, Fees, Immigration
Peer reviewedArbetman, Lee; Perry, Michelle – Social Education, 1997
Traces the application of the constitutional protection from "unreasonable searches and seizures" as it has evolved in response to public attitudes and changes in technology. Includes a synopsis of relevant cases and two lesson plans. The cases concern a police search through trash bags and drug testing for athletes. (MJP)
Descriptors: Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Current Events
Peer reviewedNewmann, Fred M. – Social Education, 1990
Provides a model National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) essay examination that teachers may use to evaluate higher-order thinking among social studies high school students. Presents a constitutional issue for students to argue positions. Reports examination results from 51 classrooms. Includes essay examples and scoring rationale.…
Descriptors: Constitutional Law, Court Litigation, Critical Thinking, Due Process
