A classroom study of the gender-neutral statute known as Title IX can spark an engaging discussion on the law’s impact.

The examination of compacts in the classroom offers an opportunity to explore areas of law that fall outside the most-taught legislative processes while serving as a jumping off point for discussions on federalism, state sovereignty, and separation of powers.

The Supreme Court closed out its 2000 term in June after issuing seventy-nine opinions and agreeing to take up more questions of interest to students and educators alike. Among the issues already slated for review after the 2001 term opens on October 1 are cases that could decide the future of affirmative action, the death penalty, and on-line pornography. Looking Back Last term was contentious for the justices, and not just because of the December decision in Bush v. Gore, No. 00-949—the case that effectively decided the 2000 presidential election. It determined both that the Florida…

The recently launched Educating for American Democracy (EAD) Roadmap reflects an awareness of how institutions, including our legal system, have shaped and defined multiple narratives of the American story.  Almost every EAD theme has a legal connection to the law, providing an effective means for student engagement. The author demonstrates how each theme might be incorporated within classrooms using a legal perspective. 

Exploring the federal regulation process for vaccine safety can launch a stimulating classroom debate on legal and policy issues related to vaccines.

This year’s Law Day, on May 1, offers an opportune moment for students to examine and debate the meaning of the rule of law and how we can advance it in times of civil distress and unrest.

An arts-based approach to secondary social studies can promote active learning, develop critical thinking skills, and advance the study of social institutions.

This article highlights a range of opportunities for involving students in C3 Framework inquiries using sports as a guiding theme.

Babe Didrikson pushed gender limits, fought social stigma, and broke records. Suggested teaching activities will engage students in research and critical thinking about Didrikson and why her vast achievements are largely unknown.

Integrating sports into the classroom offers an engaging opportunity to explore issues of culture, race, gender, religion, and sexual orientation with K-12 students.