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Peer reviewedBaker, Debra – Update on Law-Related Education, 1999
Discusses the U.S. public's fascination with the judicial system and high-profile court cases. Highlights several trials that have been deemed the "Trial of the 20th Century." Explains that there are certain dramatic and societal elements inherent in particular cases making them high profile, such as religion, racism, revenge, scandal, and fame.…
Descriptors: Court Litigation, Mass Media Role, Press Opinion, Public Opinion
Peer reviewedUpdate on Law-Related Education, 1999
Presents an activity for secondary students in which they investigate the most famous trials of the 20th century. Explains that students learn the structure of a newspaper report when writing articles on their chosen trial. Includes a poster, a handout, and a list of famous trials. (CMK)
Descriptors: Court Litigation, Law Related Education, News Writing, Persuasive Discourse
