Standard #: SS.7.CG.3.9


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Explain the structure, functions and processes of the judicial branch of government.


Clarifications


Clarification 1: Students will examine the processes of the judicial branch (e.g., judicial review, court order, writ of certiorari, summary judgment).

Clarification 2: Students will distinguish between the structure, functions and powers of courts at the state and federal levels.

Clarification 3: Students will recognize that the powers and jurisdiction of the state and federal courts are derived from their respective constitutions.

Clarification 4: Students will compare the trial and appellate processes.



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SS.7.CG.3.AP.9 Identify the structure and functions of the judicial branch of government.


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Lesson Plans

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In this lesson plan, students will learn about the federal judicial branch while completing guided notes that accompany a teacher-presented slideshow. Students will then apply what they know by researching a landmark Supreme Court case and creating a one-pager.

Original Student Tutorials

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In this interactive tutorial, learn about the famous Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison, which established the principle of judicial review.  You'll examine the details of the case and its important legacy in American history.  

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Teaching Idea

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Student Resources

Original Student Tutorials

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Judicial Review: Brought to You by Marbury v. Madison:

In this interactive tutorial, learn about the famous Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison, which established the principle of judicial review.  You'll examine the details of the case and its important legacy in American history.  

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In this interactive tutorial, you'll examine the powers and workings of the three branches of our federal government. You'll learn what Congress, the President, and the Supreme Court really do. Enjoy!

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In this interactive tutorial, explore the state government of Florida and learn how its three branches are modeled after those in the federal government.

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Learn about the different levels of our federal judicial system, from federal district courts all the way up to the one and only Supreme Court. In this interactive tutorial, you'll also learn about the landmark Supreme Court case Tinker v. Des Moines, which set an important precedent for students' right to free speech in schools.

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In this interactive tutorial, learn how the decisions of the United States Supreme Court have affected the equal rights of Americans. You'll learn the outcomes and impacts of two famous cases: Plessy vs. Ferguson and Brown vs. Board of Education.

The Three Branches of Government:

Learn how to identify the three branches of the federal government as established by the Constitution of the United States. In this interactive tutorial, you will also learn to identify the structure and function of each branch of government.



Parent Resources

Teaching Idea

Name Description
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This Grade 7 Civics Family Guide provides some ideas and activities to support civics education when at home, out and about, and in the community. The activities provided align to the civics learning benchmarks within Standard 3 at this grade level.



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