A close look at the controversies surrounding recent student protests against campus speakers can launch an interesting classroom discussion on free speech.

The U.S. Constitution codifies a complex system of governmental checks and balances. But for all its innovation, our founding document fails to address the question of how to prosecute wrongdoing by personnel in the executive branch, including the president of the United States. 

The Supreme Court's most recent term featured hot-button issues like abortion and affirmative action. In the new term, the Court will address voting rights, fair housing, and the First Amendment's religion clauses.

A look back at former President Trump’s tremendous control over the work of experts and independent agencies can launch an engaging constitutional lesson about Article Two of the Constitution and executive power. 

Students get a valuable opportunity to debate the significance and purpose of Miranda rights by examining the Supreme Court case that led to the warning that police routinely issue.

Real-life mysteries can involve students in rigorous problem solving, promote engagement, and provide students with a deep understanding of the criminal justice system.

The recent Supreme Court term was marked by historic rulings, and the upcoming term also promises to address many contentious cases.

A classroom exploration of the basics of impeachment can serve as a launching pad into a lesson on constitutional checks-and-balances.

In the new term, the Supreme Court will consider significant cases related to the death penalty, the Fifth Amendment, and land use by federal, state, and Native American governments.

Studying the landmark 1969 Chicago Eight conspiracy trial can propel an engaging debate on the balance between political dissent and law and order.