Lesson Plan

What Is an Independent Judiciary?

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While justice is supposed to be blind, it doesn't always follow the rules. Using a reading on the independent judiciary and case studies, learners consider what to do with judges who rule in their own self-interest rather than on behalf of the people. Discussion questions include exploring the importance of an independent judiciary. 

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CCSS: Designed
Instructional Ideas
  • Use the case studies to stimulate debate among students
  • Adapt the reading on the role of the independent judiciary to other instruction
Classroom Considerations
  • One of two lessons on the judiciary branch from the CRF
Pros
  • Case studies stimulate debate about crooked judges
  • Reading can be used as a supplemental text in a variety of contexts
Cons
  • None