Understanding Rule of Law

In this interactive tutorial, learn about one of the most important principles in American democracy: rule of law.  You'll explore this important concept and learn about its application to a famous Supreme Court decision: United States v. Nixon.  
Resource ID#: 118748 Type: Original Student Tutorial
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Subject(s): Social Studies
Grade Level(s): 7, 8
Intended Audience: Students
Instructional Time: 30 Minute(s)
Keywords: rule of law, Richard Nixon, Watergate, United States v. Nixon, U.S. v. Nixon, laws, law, legal system, due process, Gideon v. Wainwright, Miranda v. Arizona, trial by jury, civics, tutorial, tutorials, interactive, elearning, e-learning, transparency of institutions
Instructional Component Type(s): Original Student Tutorial
Resource Collection: Original Student Tutorials Social Studies - Civics - Grades 6-8

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