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To better understand the social and political impact of the Supreme Court, you will be assigned a landmark case to research and present the significance of. Once assigned your case, you must research, take notes on, and thoroughly understand the and its significance to American society and government.

1) Case Overview: Give a brief overview of the case. Explain who the participants were, the background, and problems that led to the case. What were the arguments for the plaintiff and defendant?

2) Constitutional Question: Why did this case go to the Supreme Court? Why did the Court agree to hear it? What was the Constitutional question raised by the participants?

3) Court Decision: What w actual vote count? [For example: 5-4] Was there a dissenting and/or concurring opinion to the majority? How are the concurrent opinions different from the majority opinion?

4) Significance: America? Explain whether you think the case was fairly settled.

You need at least 3 sources for this project. Using a variety of sources will give you a well-rounded perspective of your case. Try to find different views of your case as well. if you might disagree with a point of view, it is important to include it in your research so that you can better understand it. The following sites should be helpful in your research:

https://www.supremecourt.gov

https://www.landmarkcases.org

https://www.oyez.org

https://www.law.cornell.edu/supct/cases/topic.htm

https://caselaw.findlaw.com/court/us-supreme-court

http://www.uscourts.gov/about-federal-courts/educational-resources/supreme-court-landmarks

After finishing your research, you need to decide how to best present your project. You will need to present -world career that best matches your interests and

abilities. This means that you have many different ways to share your findings! You should select a PBL format that reflects your skills and interests.

As long as you can accurately and effectively present all the required information above, you have many different options for how to present your research findings. No one choice is more or less work than another. All require the same thorough investigation of the topic.

For example, a Blogger would create a blog about this case and create posts that answer all the requirements. A Clothing Designer might design a t-shirt line with text and imagery about the case. Product descriptions next to each shirt could provide the supporting details described above. A Teacher could create a PowerPoint and lesson plan on the case. A Podcaster can create a 5-7 minute recorded podcast on the case. A Documentary Filmmaker could create a short film about the case.

No matter what the career-based project format you select is, you must fully understand and explain the Case, Constitutional Question, Court Decision, and Significance. That understanding must be apparent in your final product!

This list of 25 real-world careers can be used to select how you want to present your findings on your landmark

just how you want to present your findings.

Advertising Director Advertising directors oversee campaigns launched by an organization to inform the public about a company's services.

Architect Architects design new buildings and structures as well as work to restore and conserve existing ones.

Art Director Art Directors are responsible for formulating design concepts and presentations for print, broadcasting, and other media.

Broadcast News Reporter Broadcast News Reporters research newsworthy events then write copy and present the news to the public.

Blogger Bloggers create, design, and develop content for continuously

related to various topics.

Choreographer Choreographers plan, create, and instruct new dance routines and direct rehearsals for stage productions.

Clothing Designer Clothing designers study fashion trends, sketch designs, and select fabrics to create the dresses, suits, shoes, and other clothing and accessories purchased by people every day.

Curriculum Writer Curriculum Writers curates the topics that students learn and the materials that teachers use in the classroom.

Documentary Filmmaker Documentary Filmmakers start with the concept for a real-life project and turn it into a finished film.

Editorial Writer An Editorial Writer writes persuasive arguments intended to stimulate public opinion about various topics.

Fine Artist Fine Artists include painters, illustrators, and sculptors who create artwork using a variety of media and techniques.

Game Designer Game designers create console, PC, mobile or traditional board games on various platforms. They develop

direction, but the code that governs gameplay and the levels of a game.

Graphic Designer Graphic designers plan, analyze, and create visual solutions to communications problems in print, electronic, and film media.

Instructional Designer Instructional Designers develop instructional materials and products for the technology-based redesign of courses.

Interior Designer Interior Designers map out room dimensions, create color palettes, and select furniture to create interior

Landscape Architect Landscape Architects plan and design outdoor landscapes for residential, commercial, or industrial sites.

Mobile App Developer App Developers designs, tests, and programs mobile applications.

Music Director Music Directors conduct and direct instrumental or vocal music performances.

Museum Curator Curators assemble, manage and present artistic and cultural collections for museums.

Newspaper Editor Editors oversee which stories are covered and featured as well as the layout of a newspaper.

News Correspondent Correspondents cover newsworthy topics in the field for radio, TV, or printed publications.

Podcaster Producer Podcasters Producers create immersive audio stories that can be streamed or downloaded.

Public Relations Manager PR Managers are responsible for maintaining a favorable public image for their client. They must fully understand different perspectives and work to mold them to their liking.

Screenwriter Screenwriters write scripts/stories for films and TV shows.

Website Developer Web developers are responsible for the design, coding, layout, and content of an entire website.

The main idea is for students to use their own talents and interests to present their projects, so many students will already have knowledge about how to create them. However, here are some tips and suggestions to help answer student questions.

Advertising Director For this, students should create a campaign through either print, video, or audio to inform the audience about their findings.

Architect Options include designing a memorial, museum, or building dedicated to a historical figure (i.e. presidential library) and present blueprints with descriptive paragraphs about each section.

Art Director Similar to Advertising Director but without slogans and such.

Broadcast News Reporter Students should be responsible for writing scripts and filming the news reports. iMovie is a great tool for making these look professional.

Blogger Blogger.com is a very easy to use site for students to create blogs. A certain number of entries are required to fully respond to your case.

Choreographer Good for dramatic events that could be shown through interpretive dance (e.g. Trail of Tears). However, an accompanying narrator or guidebook is needed to provide background.

Clothing Designer T-shirts with designs make the best project for designers. Likely a line of shirts with slogans, patterns, and visuals to tell the story.

Curriculum Writer Can include a blueprint for a curriculum along with accompanying resources like PPTs or worksheets.

Documentary Filmmaker Great for budding filmmakers again iMovie is a great tool to use for editing on any iPad or iPhone.

Editorial Writer Great for opinionated students & good writers. A minimum number of editorials is needed so students can fully delve into the topic.

Fine Artist Can include paintings, sculptures, etc. but definitely a series of works to show the topic fully and explanations for each.

Game Designer A great online tool is flowlab.io which allows students to create games online and is free for a basic plan. Great for tech-savvy students.

Graphic Designer A wide range of possible projects fit here from print media, magazine covers, advertising, etc.

Instructional Designer Similar to a Curriculum Writer but with more of a focus on the educational materials than the curriculum itself.

Interior Designer Students can create a museum space or imagine that they are responsible for designing the interior of a historic landmark like Lincoln Cottage.

Landscape Architect Similar to an Architect but with outdoor spaces. Students can design parks or outdoor spaces devoted to a topic.

Mobile App Developer

own but appypie.com is a good, free app maker software.

Music Director Students can create their own songs, rap, or curate a group of songs for a performance with explanation for each and its connection to the project.

Museum Curator Students design an entire exhibit with visuals and descriptors dedicated to their subject.

Newspaper Editor I have students design a full, multiple page newspaper. makemynewspaper.com is a great tool.

News Correspondent Like the Broadcast Reporter but with more field/location work.

Podcaster Producer Garageband for Mac is a great audio editor to create podcasts. Anchor.fm is a good online tool for creating them.

Public Relations Manager Similar to Advertising Directors but should include a wider range of outputs.

Screenwriter Great for creative writers. Trelby.org and Celtx.com both offer free screenwriting tools.

Website Developer Wix.com is a great free tool to create webpages for students.

Name (s) ___________________________________________________________________

Supreme Court Decision

Aspects of the Case to Research

Sources Used

Real World Role

Project Output Description

Required Tasks

To-Do Completed

Name _________________________________

Landmark Court Case

Case Overview: Give a brief overview of the case. Explain who the participants were, the background, and problems that led to the case. What were the arguments for the plaintiff and defendant?

Constitutional Question: Why did this case go to the Supreme Court? Why did the Court agree to hear it? What was the Constitutional question raised by the participants?

Court Decision: What was

did they decide this way? What was the actual vote count? [For example: 5-4] Was there a dissenting and/or concurring opinion to the majority? How are the concurrent opinions different from the majority opinion?

Significance: Provide an

significance. What impact did the case have on America? Explain whether you think the case was fairly settled.

Criteria Exemplary Commendable Acceptable Needs

Improvement

Supreme Court Case Overview

Provides overview of the case, participants, background, and problems that led to it. Arguments for the plaintiff and defendant are thoroughly covered.

Some elements are slightly lacking or not immediately apparent.

Several elements are lacking and not apparent.

Several elements are entirely missing from the final product.

Constitutional Question

Project explains why the case went and the Constitutional questions raised by the participants.

Some elements are slightly lacking or not immediately apparent.

Several elements are lacking and not apparent.

Several elements are entirely missing from the final product.

Court Decision decision, including vote and then a thorough overview of the majority and (if applicable) dissenting opinions.

Some elements are slightly lacking or not immediately apparent.

Several elements are lacking and not apparent.

Several elements are entirely missing from the final product.

Significance

The is thoroughly explained as is the

impact on America. An analysis of the opinion is provided through a Constitutional lens.

Some elements are slightly lacking or not immediately apparent.

Several elements are lacking and not apparent.

Several elements are entirely missing from the final product.

Real World Role Final Product

Project is well organized, original, and creative. It shows attention to detail and the Supreme Court case and final product fit together perfectly.

Some elements are slightly lacking or not immediately apparent.

Several elements are lacking and not apparent.

Several elements are entirely missing from the final product.

Teacher Notes

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