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Body of EvidenceMr. Misuraca’s Class
Ligon Middle School
Ligon GT Magnet Middle School
Welcome!
Body of Evidence / Mock Trial
Ligon GT Magnet Middle School
This elective course is designed to help students:◦ understand the mechanisms and
principles of the American justice system; ◦ learn about legal principles, Constitutional
law, legal concepts and terminology, and courtroom procedures;
◦ develop critical thinking and questioning skills through the process of role-playing various roles in the justice system;
◦ Prepare and organize material, oral presentation and extemporaneous argument.
Body of Evidence Curriculum
Ligon GT Magnet Middle School
Justice Systems - Hamurabi, Magna Carta, Bill of Rights, etc.
What is Law? Criminal Justice Process
◦ Before Trial◦ Trial
Procedure (Jury Selection, etc.)
Opening statements & public speaking skills
Rules of Evidence Direct and Cross
Examination Objections
Body of Evidence Curriculum
Ligon GT Magnet Middle School
Public speaking skills
Body of Evidence Curriculum
Ligon GT Magnet Middle School
Mock trials of increasing complexity
Public speaking skills and confidence building
I could use your help!◦ Lawyers?◦ Clerks?◦ …?◦ Please contact me!
What’s Next?
Ligon GT Magnet Middle School
Grading Policy Assignments will be weighted according to the
following percentages:– Tests and Projects– 40%– Quizzes & Mini Projects – 30%– Classwork and Presentations: 25%– Homework: 5%
– SPAN:– SPAN is updated regularly. It’s especially helpful in learning
if your student is missing work.
– More Information:– A classroom syllabus is online at http://misuraca.net/
Ligon GT Magnet Middle School
Website: http://www.misuraca.net
BlackBoard: http://bb9.wcpss.net
Email: [email protected]
SPAN: http://span.wcpss.net
Classroom Tweets: @LigonMiz
Phone: (919) 856-7929
Communication
Ligon GT Magnet Middle School
