We have been learning about the Judicial Branch & American Legal System for 2 weeks now. What better way to better understand these complex systems than to experience it. Today, our class is transformed into a courtroom! To prepare, take 2 minutes to discuss with your groups what copyright means / what it is? What types of things get copyrighted? What do you think a case over copyright would look like? |
Task I: Reading of Mock Trial Script/ Assigning of Roles You will each be assigned roles in the case. ALL of the roles are important, especially the jury! Take the next 10 minutes to review the script with your group mates.
Task II. Make Your Case Complete the following worksheet to assure your are prepared for the trial
Task III. Jury Deliberation We will read the Jury Instructions together as a class. Then, you will work within your groups. Each group mate will receive a deliberation sheet Each group will receive one verdict slip to submit.
| Trial Resources: Extension: Play "We the Jury" on iCivics! |