JANE ADDAMS HIGH SCHOOL

LAUREN STEWART

TAU511@AOL

WEBQUEST PROJECT #3

HOW DOES DUE PROCESS PROTECT CITIZENS?

INTRODUCTION

You are a paralegal employed at a prestigious law firm. Your assignment is to research cases pertaining to Due Process. You will choose one of the cases from CompuLegal.

Due Process refers to the means, guaranteed by the Constitution for insuring that the government provides justice to its citizens in all legal proceedings. Due Process means that a defendant accused of a crime must be told of the charges against him or her, have the opportunity to present a defense against such charge at a trial and have the services of counsel and the right to an appeal. Due Process rights derive from the 4th, 5th, 6th and 8th Amendments to the Constitution.

TASK

You will perform the duties of a paralegal in a law firm. Research a case in CompuLegal pertaining to Due Process and gather supporting data for the case. The class will review the case by using a PowerPoint presentation.

PROCESS

You will (be):

1. Organize in groups (6 groups - 5 individuals in each group)

2. Choose a case to research

3. Use the Internet for research

4. Print data obtained from the Internet via COMPULEGAL

http://www.maxwell.syr.edu/plegal/scales/instruct1.html

5. Create a PowerPoint presentation outlining the case

6. Each individual will present a different part of the case, in his or her own words

For example:

a) Facts of the case

b) The reasoning of the case

c) Arguments / Precedents

d) Decision

RESOURCES

Florida v. Jimeno

http://www.maxwell.syr.edu/plegal/scales/jimeno.html

New York v. Quarles

http://www.maxwell.syr.edu/plegal/scales/quarles.html

New Jersey v. T.L.O.

http://www.maxwell.syr.edu/plegal/scales/tlo.html

Escobedo v. Illinois

http://www.maxwell.syr.edu/plegal/scales/esco.html

Mapp v. Ohio

http://www.maxwell.syr.edu/plegal/scales/esco.html

EVALUATION

You will present to the class the case. Using the overhead projector, each group will introduce their case by a PowerPoint presentation. The PowerPoint rubrics chart and the implementation of the ELA Standards calculate the calculation of the project's grade.

A - Exemplary: 39-50 points
B - Proficient: 26-38 points
Partially Proficient or Incomplete: Needs to be resubmitted - less than 25 points

PowerPoint Rubric

ACTIVITY	Exemplary	Proficient	Partially Proficient	Incomplete	POINTS
Research and Notetaking	12 points Notecards indicate group members accurately researched varied information sources, recorded and interpreted statements, graphics and questions and evaluated alternative points of view.	10 points Notecards show group members recorded relevant information from multiple sources of information, evaluated and synthesized relevant information.	5 points Notecards show group members misinterpreted statements, graphics and questions and failed to identify relevant arguments.	0 points Notecards show group members recorded information from four or less resources, and ignored alternative points of view.
Introduction	6 points The introduction presents the overall topic and draws the audience into the presentation with compelling questions or by relating to the audience's interests or goals.	4 points The introduction is clear and coherent and relates to the topic.	3 point The introduction shows some structure but does not create a strong sense of what is to follow. May be overly detailed or incomplete and is somewhat appealing to the audience.	0 points The introduction does not orient the audience to what will follow. The sequencing is unclear and does not appear interesting or relevant to the audience.
Content	8 points The content is written clearly and concisely with a logical progression of ideas and supporting information. The project includes motivating questions and advanced organizers that provide the audience with sense of the project’s main idea. Information is accurate, current and comes mainly from * primary sources.	6 points The content is written with a logical progression of ideas and supporting information. Includes persuasive information from *primary sources.	4 points The content is vague in conveying a point of view and does not create a strong sense of purpose. Includes some persuasive information with few facts. Some of the information may not seem to fit. *Primary source use is not always clear.	0 points The content lacks a clear point of view and logical sequence of information. Includes little persuasive information and only one or two facts about the topic. Information is incomplete, out of date and/or incorrect. Sequencing of ideas is unclear.
Layout	6 points The layout is aesthetically pleasing and contributes to the overall message with appropriate use of headings and subheadings and white space.	4 points The layout uses horizontal and vertical white space appropriately.	3 point The layout shows some structure, but appears cluttered and busy or distracting with large gaps of white space or uses a distracting background.	0 points The layout is cluttered, confusing, and does not use spacing, headings and subheadings to enhance the readability.
Graphics, Sound and/or Animation	6 points The graphics, sound and/or animation assist in presenting an overall theme and make visual connections that enhance understanding of concept, ideas and relationships. Original images are created using proper size and resolution, and all images enhance the content. There is a consistent visual theme.	4 points The graphics, sound/and or animation visually depict material and assist the audience in understanding the flow of information or content. Original images are used. Images are proper size, resolution.	3 point Some of the graphics, sounds, and/or animations seem unrelated to the topic/theme and do not enhance the overall concepts. Most images are clipart or recycled from the WWW. Images are too large/small in size. Images are poorly cropped or the color/resolution is fuzzy.	0 points The graphics, sounds, and/or animations are unrelated to the content. Graphics do not enhance understanding of the content, or are distracting decorations that create a busy feeling and detract from the content.
Writing Mechanics	12 points The text is written with no errors in grammar, capitalization, punctuation, and spelling.	10 points The text is clearly written with little or no editing required for grammar, punctuation, and spelling.	8 points Spelling, punctuation, and grammar errors distract or impair readability. (3 or more errors)	0 points Errors in spelling, capitalization, punctuation, usage and grammar repeatedly distract the reader and major editing and revision is required. (more than 5 errors)

CONCLUSION

You will have a better understanding of the Due Process rights of citizens. You will become familiar with CompuLegal and how to obtain information pertaining to cases reviewed under the Constitutional Law. You will have also honed your skills in presenting cases using PowerPoint.

ELA STANDARDS

MEETING THE STANDARDS OF NEW YORK STATE:

1. Standard 5.1 The study of civics, citizenship, and government involves learning about political systems; the purposes of government and civic life; and the differing assumptions held by people across time and place regarding power, authority, governance, and law.

2. The state and federal governments established by the Constitutions of the United States and the State of New York embody basic civic values (such as justice, honesty, self-discipline, due process, equality, majority rule with respect for minority rights, and respect for self, others and property), principles, and practices and

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS

E1.c Read and comprehend informational materials.

E2.a Produce a report of information speaking, listening and viewing.

E3.b Participate in-group meetings.

TECHNOLOGY FOUNDATION STANDARDS FOR STUDENTS

1. 1. Basic operations and concepts

--Students demonstrate a sound understanding of the nature and operation of technology systems.

--Students are proficient in the use of technology.

2. 2. Technology productivity tools

--Students use technology tools to enhance learning, increase productivity tools to collaborate in constructing technology-enhanced models preparing publications, and producing other creative work.