Mr. Misuraca's Body of Evidence Course - Ligon Middle School

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