[ISLMA-Share] researching Supreme court cases- high school seniors

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Hi Librarians!

Can anyone point me toward free resources for researching  "Supreme Court
cases, decisions, and policy making as a result"? Class is Political
Science and mostly seniors.

I do have a printed book, but need more ideas.

Here is what the teacher's assignment is: "You and your partner(s) will
explore the policy-making of the Supreme Court in the area of civil
liberties & civil rights. First you will be given a topic to research so
you understand the significance of the liberty/right you will explore.
Through studying actual Supreme Court cases you will develop a basic
understanding of the important Constitutional issues that relate to your
topic. You will also become familiar with various approaches to
constitutional interpretation and how they are applied by the Court.
Through analyzing the reasoning and opinions of the Justices, as well as
shifts in Court doctrines/decision, you will examine the factors that shape
and explain the Court’s policy decisions about your topic. Finally,  you
will write about and present how the Court’s decisions have shaped your
understanding of these important civil liberties and rights."

Students will analyze political cartoons and interpret their relevance to
their issue.


Topics include Freedom of Religion, Expression, Press, Searches & Seizures,
Due Process.

The teacher did include names of some cases that relate, so that is a good
start.



Thank you for your time and advice!!!


Lori McGreal
lmcgreal at trinityhs.org
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