Participating in the justice system
In this lesson students will study the extent to which Canadian's participate in the justice system. Students will learn about how the law is interpreted, jury duty and advocacy groups.
1. Citizens and the law powerpoint 2. Jury Duty group activity 3. Question sheet |
THE CRIMINAL CODE AND CANADA'S JUSTICE SYSTEM
In this lesson students will understand what makes a crime, and what our role as citizens is.
1. What is justice? Scenario
2. Our Justice System ppt
3. Read and discuss Trans-Walks Free article
4. Our justice system activity
1. What is justice? Scenario
2. Our Justice System ppt
3. Read and discuss Trans-Walks Free article
4. Our justice system activity
12 ANgry men
Students will take an in depth look at the pros and cons of the jury system; as well as, get a first hand look at how the elements of crime play a role in the decision of a jury. 12 Angry Men follows 12 jurors as they deliberate the quilt and acquittal of a defendant on the basis of reasonable doubt. Students will the trials and tribulations that come with being a part of a jury.
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youth criminal justice act - what is it
In this lesson students will learn the various components of the Youth Criminal Justice Act and how to interpret it.
1. Youth Criminal Justice PowerPoint 2. Read and discuss articles 3. Worksheet |
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Culminating Task - A pocket guide to the YCJA
We have discussed the Youth Criminal Justice Act in detail over the past few weeks. You are to create a pocket guide to the YCJA. This is to be an easy to read summary and must explain the following key points:
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Unit 3 - Review/test
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ss9_government_and_justice_assessment_form.pdf | |
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Canadian government and justice system position paper
You will begin planning and writing your mini-position paper today. Please answer the following question:
How effectively does Canada's federal political and judicial system govern Canada for all Canadians?
How effectively does Canada's federal political and judicial system govern Canada for all Canadians?