"I Am a Judge"
Grade Level:
Grades 3-12
Language:
English
Format:
Presentation
Source:
Power of Democracy
OBJECTIVES
Students will:
- Define what a judge is and identify the judicial branch's role within the U.S. Constitution
- Explain the roles of a judge
- Distinguish between a bench trial and a jury trial
- Identify the basic qualities and standards a judge must uphold (non-partisanship, recusal, considering all outcomes, serving the public).
- Describe where judges work in California's court system and the paths to becoming a judge.
This lesson is best for:
Add-on content for another activity or lesson.
Stand alone lesson for supporting a discussion about the work of the courts and judges.
PREP NEEDED
None — ready to present as-is.
LINKS
Note: Resources are hosted on the Courts Connected SharePoint Site.