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Download full textDepartment of Defense, Washington, DC. – 1987
This document is a collection of 108 quotations concerning the U.S. Constitution. The quotations are from men who fought for the ratification of the Constitution, U.S. Presidents, U.S. Supreme Court Justices, and leaders of other nations. Some of the quotations are also from U.S. Supreme Court decisions. The sayings are arranged in approximate…
Descriptors: Constitutional History, Constitutional Law, Instructional Materials, Social Studies
Peer reviewedCohen, Cheryl B. – Social Studies, 1987
Introduces two recently published books helpful to those teaching about the U.S. Constitution. Includes an annotated list of five other ERIC resources for teaching about the Constitution. (AEM)
Descriptors: Constitutional History, Instructional Materials, Learning Activities, Units of Study
Glade, Mary Elizabeth, Ed. – 1987
This guide provides analyses of curriculum materials that have been designed for teaching about the U.S. Constitution and law-related education. The guide begins with an editor's introduction and two essays, "Constitution Study and Civic Education" (James B. Giese) and "Thinking about Law-Related Education during the…
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Constitutional History, Constitutional Law, Educational Resources
Vogel, Morris J., Ed. – 1987
The seven essays in this document celebrate the place of children in the nation's life. The catalogue contains reproductions and replications of portraits and posters that were brought together for the exhibit. The ways in which people understand their nationality influence how they raise their children and help determine the ideas and experiences…
Descriptors: Art Education, Citizenship Education, Elementary Education, Instructional Materials
Hoffman, Marlene – Momentum, 1987
Offers an annotated list of instructional resources (i.e., videos, posters, eudcational kits, journals, and organizations) for teaching and celebrating the bicentennial of the United States Constitution. (DMM)
Descriptors: Audiovisual Aids, Constitutional History, Constitutional Law, High Schools
Peer reviewedSocial Education, 1973
Descriptors: Case Studies, Court Litigation, Instructional Materials, Legal Education
Peer reviewedSeiter, David – Social Studies Review, 1987
Identifies ten publications, available from ERIC/ChESS, which can be useful in teaching about the U.S. Constitution. Among the suggested works are the book EDUCATION ON THE CONSTITUTION IN SECONDARY SCHOOLS: TEACHING STRATEGIES AND MATERIALS FOR THE BICENTENNIAL AND BEYOND, and journal articles such as "Resources for Teaching about the U.S.…
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Constitutional History, Elementary Secondary Education, Instructional Materials
Patrick, John J. – 1987
This document addresses the questions of what teachers have achieved during the U. S. Constitution Bicentennial celebration in the areas of curriculum development and instruction and whether or not the celebration has been accompanied by educational renewal and improvement in secondary schools. Persistent problems in teaching and learning about…
Descriptors: Constitutional History, Course Content, Course Evaluation, Curriculum Development
Richards, Margaret – 1992
In recognition of the needs of adults whose native languages are other than English or who possess minimal literacy skills in English, the National Commission on the Bicentennial of the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights gave a grant to the Literacy Volunteers of Washington County, Rhode Island for tutors to develop lessons on the Bill of…
Descriptors: Adult Literacy, Curriculum Design, English (Second Language), Instructional Materials
Peer reviewedGross, Norman; Wilkes, Paula F. – Social Education, 1973
Materials are listed covering the Presidency, Federalism, Liberty, Justice, Equality, General Resources, Films on the Bill of Rights, and Organizations. (Author)
Descriptors: Annotated Bibliographies, Bibliographies, Constitutional History, Government (Administrative Body)
Mueller, Jean West; Schamel, Wynell Burroughs – Momentum, 1988
Identifies the resources available through the National Archives, including: learning packages providing primary source documents for use by students; columns in "Social Education," which reproduce one document, offer historical background, and suggest learning activities; and summer workshops on instructional uses of primary sources.…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Information Sources, Instructional Materials, Lesson Plans
Maryland State Bar Association, Baltimore. – 1991
This book explains the development and current workings of the American and Maryland judiciaries. An interview with the Honorable Arthur M. Monty Anhalt of the Circuit Court of Prince George's County, a long-time advocate of law education, presents a realistic view of the principles by which jurists operate in their daily effort to impart justice.…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Constitutional Law, Instructional Materials, Law Related Education
CRADLE: Center for Research and Development in Law-Related Education, Winston-Salem, NC. – 1994
This collection of 17 lessons developed by teachers is intended to assist in teaching civic education to gifted and talented students. Gifted and talented students find the study of the United States Constitution, case law, and the legislative process fascinating. Divided into two sections, one for elementary and middle school and the other for…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Elementary Secondary Education, Gifted, Instructional Materials
Peer reviewedHistory Teacher, 1987
Presents 11 ERIC documents selected specifically for secondary and college-level history teachers. Six documents examine the role of history teachers, with materials ranging from a rationale for teaching history to practical classroom applications in the field. Five documents include resources for teaching about the U.S. Constitution. (GEA)
Descriptors: Constitutional History, Higher Education, History, History Instruction
Bernstein, Barbara; And Others – 1989
The Nassau Chapter of the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) is a state affiliate of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), a national, non-profit, non-partisan organization that defends civil liberties in and out of the courtroom. The goal of the group is the advancement of civil liberties according to strict interpretation of the U.S.…
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Civil Liberties, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law
