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Download full textTatel, David S.; And Others – 1990
The pamphlet addresses the application of the United States Constitution's First Amendment to offensive expression and expressive conduct, particularly by students, at public colleges and universities. Sections 1 through 4 summarize applicable First Amendment principles including the breadth of the First Amendment; exceptions to content-based…
Descriptors: Academic Freedom, Civil Liberties, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law
MacDonald, 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)
Peer reviewedGallo, Maria – Social Education, 1995
Presents three law-related education lesson plans discussing the relationship between church and state. The first two lessons, establishment of religion and free exercise of religion, culminate in the third, a round table discussion. The students research, role play, and argue hypothetical and real court cases. (MJP)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Constitutional Law, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Current Events
