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Teachers and Students
For teachers and students at the elementary or secondary level, this page provides a selection of educational materials about the law, democracy and civic participation as well as resources about school safety, bullying, and internet safety. If you are looking for speakers for your classroom, see the section Speakers Bureau on LawCentral Canada.
Other ways to find materials helpful for teachers and students are:
Suggested Resources
After 35 years as a print publication, LawNow has transformed into an online publication. LawNow provides credible legal information, interpretation and comment to help Canadians make critical decisions in their lives, and make meaningful and effective contributions to the democratic life of community and country. Subscribers have access to a searchable archive of articles from former issues.
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ABCLawCentral is designed for teachers and students and provides access to law-related resources coded by their relationship to the Alberta curriculum. The site includes opportunities to access law-related lesson and unit ideas, inquiry and student action support, assessment ideas, interactive activities, clip art and links.
Related keywords: Classroom materials (72)
These online publications are provided by the Alberta Civil Liberties Research Centre and are available for download in PDF form. Titles include: Youth Employment Handbook; Techno-tonomy: Privacy, Autonomy and Technology in a Networked World; Anti Racism Resource Kit; The Adoption Handbook; The Child’s Right to Love; The Family Law Handbook; Seniors and the Law; Sexual Harassment in School; and Beyond Blame.
Related keywords: Adoption (20), Classroom materials (72), Family law general resources (58), Privacy (42), Racism (13), Sexual harassment (10), Workers' rights and employment standards (64)
These resources provide accurate and detailed information about the history, structure, responsibilities and procedures pertaining to Canada's Parliament and Parliamentarians.
Related keywords: Classroom materials (72), Political process and voting (36)
A comic book produced by the BearPaw Education (NCSA), Breach is an entertaining look at a serious topic - breach charges and administration of justice. This youth-oriented resource aims to reinforce the importance of following court orders by explaining the consequences of breaching such orders as well as the benefits of following them. A popular item since its introduction in early 2009, Breach has been incorporated into school curricula and has been used by numerous youth organizations in Alberta and elsewhere.
Related keywords: Aboriginal law (69), Administration of justice (30), Classroom materials (72), Courts and court judgments (77)
This website, provided by the Government of Alberta, helps parents, teens and community members take control of this issue by giving them the tools they need to prevent or intervene in a bullying situation. It has fact sheets on issues such as cyberbullying and homophobic bullying, as well as more general information concerning the effects of bullying and what constitutes bullying.
Related keywords: Bullying (26)
This site is about the history of Canada through the words of the men and women who shaped the nation. Built around the Government Documents collection of the Early Canadiana Online collection, it integrates narrative text with links to primary source texts. The site has been designed for students and teachers of Canadian studies, history and law, but will also be useful to researchers and anyone else interested in Canada's past.
Related keywords: Classroom materials (72), Constitutional law (10), Legal history (27)
Ready-made activities for the classroom from the Government of Canada.
Related keywords: Classroom materials (72), Political process and voting (36)
Edmonton John Howard Society works to promote a better understanding of the Criminal Justice System and the consequences of breaking the law. This is accomplished through educational presentations provided to youth in the school system and the community.
Related keywords: Classroom materials (72), Public legal education organizations (46)
Every Living Thing is the Alberta SPCA’s humane education website for
teachers who aim to inspire compassion for animals, people and the
environment – every living thing! The Alberta SPCA believes people have a duty to accept responsibility
for the welfare of animals. The SPCA hopes to nurture a humane attitude toward
animals through a humane education program.
Related keywords: Animal welfare (10), Classroom materials (72), Environmental protection and conservation (33)
This project of the Alberta Civil Liberties Research Centre provides teacher’s guides, student materials, videos and a bibliography of online resources to help students and teachers in junior and senior high schools to explore the topics of discrimination, sexual harassment and human rights.
Related keywords: Classroom materials (72), Human rights (146)
Human rights in Alberta is a newspaper-style publication that provides plain language information about Alberta's human rights law and about the services offered by the Alberta Human Rights Commission. The publication has teaching notes to with it and is particularly useful to adults who are improving their English reading skills such as English-as-a-second-language students or literacy students. This resource is available as a printable PDF and also in an audio version.
Related keywords: Classroom materials (72), Human rights (146)
The Media Awareness Network offers a range of media education and Internet literacy resources.
Related keywords: Classroom materials (72), Communications and media (28), Internet safety (29)
The focus of this web site from the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada is to help kids understand how technology affects their privacy, and what they can do to build secure online profiles while keeping their information safe. Includes teacher resources.
Related keywords: Internet safety (29), Privacy (42)
The Nature's Laws Project was developed in a partnership involving the Heritage Community Foundation and representatives of First Nations from Treaty 6, 7 and 8. The project is a study of the legal codes and traditional governance of Alberta’s First Nations in the areas covered by Treaties 6, 7 and 8. It was structured as having research and public education components and involved Elders, academics and legal historians. The material examined was evidence found in oral histories, as well as case law, and the scholarly literature relating to Aboriginal People.
Related keywords: Aboriginal law (69), Classroom materials (72), Environmental protection and conservation (33)
Created by the Supreme Court of Canada, this webpage provides information on the Court about educational tours, educational kits, mock trials, and other useful links.
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The mission of Alberta Education's SACS Initiative is to encourage and assist members of the school community in developing the knowledge, skills, attitudes and supports needed to ensure that all Alberta schools are safe and caring. Many projects and resources have been developed under the provincial SACS Initiative since it was started in 1996. Alberta Education works with schools and communities to proactively encourage and promote safe and caring environments.
Related keywords: Bullying (26), School safety (15)
The mock trial program is intended to provide a simulation of a real courtroom experience. During the trial, students take on the roles of lawyers, court clerks, witnesses, and jury members. Resource materials are provided to teachers to help them support their students in preparing for their mock trial experience. Contains "teacher only" information as well as student handouts. Mock trials currently available for junior and senior high classes.
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An online community that connects youth to find inspiration, access information, get involved, and take action in their local and global communities. Learn about and become involved in issues related to Social justice and human rights, Poverty and globalization, Peace and conflict, Environment, Cultural diversity and equity, Education, Health and wellness. The site also includes a special section for educators.
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Canadian Civil Liberties Education Trust (CCLET) is a non-profit research and educational organization created by the Canadian Civil Liberties Association. CCLET’s function is to introduce Canadians to the exploration of civil liberties and to help in the development of democratic habits. Website includes a section of resources for teachers.
Related keywords: Classroom materials (72), Research reports and institutes (75)
This online resource is from the Heritage Community Foundation and is part of the Virtual Museum of Canada. The Making of Treaty #8 in Canada’s Northwest, commemorates a historic event of enormous importance to Alberta’s northern First Nations.
Related keywords: Aboriginal law (69), Classroom materials (72)
The site is the first Canadian student program to be conceived, designed and produced by judges. It is a multimedia educational program designed for integration into high school social studies, civics and law courses. It introduces students to the role of judges within our judicial system, and encourages exploration of important concepts such as the rule of law, judicial independence and judicial impartiality. The site is made up of three compenents - a teacher's guide, a resource website for teachers and an online interactive program for students.
Related keywords: Classroom materials (72), Judges (17), Legal process (100)
The United Nations Cyberschoolbus was created in 1996 as the online education component of the Global Teaching and Learning Project, whose mission is to promote education about international issues and the United Nations. The Global Teaching and Learning Project produces high quality teaching materials and activities designed for educational use (at primary, intermediate and secondary school levels) and for training teachers. The vision of this Project is to provide exceptional educational resources (both online and in print) to students growing up in a world undergoing increased globalization.
Related keywords: Classroom materials (72), International law (83)
This financial literacy resource for young people is produced by the Canadian Banker’s Association. It includes web-based resources and a free, non-commercial, in-class seminar offered across Canada by local banker volunteers. The website includes sections for teachers and parents.
Related keywords: Credit and debt (14)
Produced by the John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights, this guide uses easy-reference language yet provides detailed explanations. It is suitable for students from Grade 7-12 and for newcomers wishing to learn more about the Charter. Available in English or French. (free download via Scribd, 48 pages)
Related keywords: Charter of Rights (19), Classroom materials (72)
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You can find curriculum-ready, law-related resources on the Legal Resource Centre's ABCLawCentral website.
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