Mock Trial Debate Practice: US Supreme Court Moot Court Class Project
Class experience
US Grade 7 - 10
This moot court experience will allow learners to apply their knowledge of the Supreme Court landmark cases to a fictitious case. Learners will work on teams of either lawyers or Supreme Court justices to try a case involving Constitutional issues that must be resolved by the Court. Learners will be provided the facts of the case as well as the relevant case law and precedent cases which have come before the Supreme Court on the issue previously. Together with their team, guided by the...
Learners will gain a better understanding of the issues and variables engaged in decision making within the United States Legal System, the complexity of thought and consideration surrounding the application of the United States Constitution and the challenges of lawyers and justices in their loyalty to their respective roles within the United States Justice system. Learners will leave with greater knowledge of the substantive law as well as a greater understanding of legal reasoning in determining case outcomes.
I am a human rights lawyer who has practiced law for over a decade. I am also a law professor who was a participant in moot courts as a student and has been a judge in international moot court competitions for the past 8 years.
Homework Offered
Learners will need to work each week on their argumentation, reviewing the facts of the case to develop arguments and questions necessary for Court. 2 to 3 hours of preparation each week will likely be necessary.2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
If requested, grades and assessments are available. All assignments must be completed in order to receive grade or assessment.Grades Offered
If requested, grades and assessments are available. All assignments must be completed in order to receive grade or assessment.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
The case we will be considering has to do with first amendment issues and and a prayer said at the beginning of government sponsored meetings.
I am a human rights lawyer by profession and a university professor and mom by passion. I have my JD with a specialization in international law and completed my PhD in international law in 2023. I have travelled the world working for the UN as a...
Group Class
$100
for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
55 min
Completed by 74 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-17
6-18 learners per class