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U.S. and Arizona Constitutions for Teacher Candidates
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Get Help Now!Details Candidates examine the United States Constitution, and the constitution of the State of Arizona. From this foundational review, candidates will explore application of the United States Constitution and the constitution of the State of Arizona in educational contexts. Practicum/field experience hours: 3. Fingerprint clearance not required.
Credit Hours 3.0 PreRequisites None coRequisites Course Add-Ons Additional Material
Textbook Understanding the Arizona Constitution McClory, T. (2010). Understanding the Arizona constitution (2nd ed.). Tucson, AZ: University of Arizona Press. ISBN-13: 9780816529445
Electronic Resource Understanding the Arizona Constitution: 2012 Supplement McClory, T. & McClory, T. (2013). Understanding the Arizona constitution: 2012 supplement (2nd ed.). Tucson, AZ: University of Arizona Press.
http://www.uapress.arizona.edu/extras/mcclory/ AZconUpdate.pdf
Electronic Resource Constitution of the United States
http://constitutioncenter.org/media/files/ constitution.pdf
Electronic Resource Constitution of the State of Arizona
http://www.azleg.gov/const/ arizona_constitution.pdf
Other Clinical Field Experience Verification Form Document the hours and locations that you spend in the field on your Clinical Field Experience Verification Form. The Clinical Field Experience Verification Form can be found in the student portal. Complete the student portion of the electronic document and submit by the end of the course by clicking “click to sign.” An email will be sent to your email address on file, along with the final completed document. Save a copy for your records, and submit to LoudCloud by the end of the
course. Additional information about this process can be found on the Student Success Center. For questions, contact GCU Technical Support or your Student Services Counselor.
Topics
Topic 1: United States Constitution and Underlying Principles
Duration: 7 days
Description:
Objectives:
1. Describe the core tenets of the U.S. Constitution and the relation to various educational initiatives.
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Topic Material:
Electronic Resource 1. Original Intent or Evolving Constitution? Two Competing Views on Interpretation
Read “Original Intent or Evolving Constitution? Two Competing Views on Interpretation,” by Perry, from Insights on Law & Society (2004).
Electronic Resource 2. Man, Morality, and the United States Constitution
Read “Man, Morality, and the United States Constitution,” by Lambright, from the University of Pennsylvania Journal of Constitutional Law (2015).
Electronic Resource 3. Does the Federal Government Have Too Much Power?
Watch the video interview clips with legal scholars Jody Freeman and Randy Barnett.
Electronic Resource 4. The Road to a National Curriculum: The Legal Aspects of the Common Core Standards, Race to the Top, and Conditional Waivers
Read “The Road to a National Curriculum: The Legal Aspects of the Common Core Standards, Race to the Top, and Conditional Waivers,” by Eitel and Talbert, from the Federalist Society (2012) to prepare for Discussion Question 1 in this topic.
Electronic Resource 5. Frequently Asked Questions
Read “Frequently Asked Questions,” from the Common Core State Standards Initiative (2014) to prepare for Discussion Question 1 in this topic.
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Assignment Constitution Day Presentation 100.0
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The following principles have been recognized as core tenets of the U.S. Constitution:
Checks and balances Federalism Judicial review Limited government Popular sovereignty Separation of powers
Create a 12-15 slide PowerPoint presentation to educate a group of students or adults about the core tenets listed above for an upcoming Constitution Day celebration in a school setting. You may select a grade level 1-12, teachers, or parents as your audience. Please specify your intended audience and include other pertinent information within the presenter’s notes. Your presentation should be engaging and appropriate for your chosen audience. In addition to your PowerPoint, include a 250-500-word essay describing two interactive learning activities for your intended audience to coincide with your presentation. APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected. This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
Discussion Question
Topic 1: Discussion Question 1 Based on the “Road to a National Curriculum” article and the “Frequently Asked Questions” from the Common Core Standards Initiative, do you think that the Common Core Initiative violates federalism? Defend your position with examples from the U.S. Constitution or other readings.
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Topic 1: Discussion Question 2 Based on your understanding of the separation of powers, which branch of government has exercised the most power
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regarding Race to the Top, Common Core standards, and its assessments? Which has exercised the least? Defend your position with examples from the U.S. Constitution or other readings.
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Topic 2: Due Process and Education Duration: 7 days
Description:
Objectives:
1. Describe due process within the school setting. 2. Analyze school policies related to due process.
Topic Material:
Electronic Resource 1. Know Your Rights: A Manual for Arizona Public School Students
Read “Know Your Rights: A Manual for Arizona Public School Students,” from the American Civil Liberties Union of Arizona.
Electronic Resource 2. Students Rights: Due Process and Discipline
Read “Student Rights: Due Process and Discipline,” from the American Civil Liberties Union of Vermont (2014).
Electronic Resource 3. Search and Seizure, Due Process, and Public Schools
Read “Search and Seizure, Due Process, and Public Schools,” from the Center for Public Education (2006).
Electronic Resource 4. Special Education Rights of Parents and Children Under Federal and State Requirements
Read pages 14-19 of “Special Education Rights of Parents and Children Under Federal and State Requirements,” from the Arizona Department of Education to prepare for Discussion Question 2 in this topic.
Electronic Resource 5. Goss v. Lopez
Read “Goss v. Lopez, 419 U.S. 565 (1975),” from the Justia website.
Electronic Resource 6. Ingraham v. Wright
Read “Ingraham v. Wright, 430 U.S. 651 (1977),” from the Justia website.
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Assignment Student Discipline and Due Process Review the school board policy and student handbook of a local public elementary or secondary school for
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information regarding their policies on short- and long-term suspensions of students. You may also obtain this information by interviewing an administrator at your chosen site. Based on the information that you gather, write a 500-750-word essay summarizing the due process requirements prior to a short-term and a long-term suspension of a student at that site. Are the due process procedures for a short-term and a long- term suspension of a student the same or different? Are these requirements consistent with Goss v. Lopez? Support your position with examples from case law, the U.S. Constitution, or other readings. Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
Discussion Question
Topic 2: Discussion Question 1 Is due process required prior to an afterschool detention? Why or why not? Support your position with examples from case law, the U.S. Constitution, or other readings.
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Topic 2: Discussion Question 2 Describe three aspects of due process for a school seeking to suspend a student with disabilities.
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Topic 3: Equal Protection and Education
Duration: 7 days
Description:
Objectives:
1. Examine court cases regarding equal protection within the educational setting.
2. Describe the implications of equal protection within the educational setting.
Topic Material:
Electronic Resource 1. History of Brown v. Board of Education
Read “History of Brown v. Board of Education,” from the United States Courts website.
Electronic Resource 2. Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka
Read the Syllabus and Opinion of “Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, 347 U.S. 483 (1954),” from the Justia website.
Electronic Resource 3. Public Education for Immigrant Students: States Challenge Supreme Court’s Decision in Plyler v. Doe
Read “Public Education for Immigrant Students: States Challenge Supreme Court’s Decision in Plyler v. Doe,” from the Immigrant Policy Center of the American Immigration Council (2012).
Electronic Resource 4. Plyler v. Doe
Read “Plyler v. Doe, 457 U.S. 202 (1982),” from the Justia website.
Electronic Resource 5. Equal Protection
Read “Equal Protection,” from the Heritage Guide to The Constitution website.
Electronic Resource 6. Equality and the Fourteenth Amendment: A New Constitution
Read “Equality and the Fourteenth Amendment: A New Constitution,” and view the video clips, on the Constitution USA with Peter Sagal page of the PBS website.
Electronic Resource 7. Do the Children of Illegal Immigrants Have the Right to a Public Education?
Read “Do the Children of Illegal Immigrants Have the Right to a Public Education?” and view the video clips on the Constitution USA with Peter Sagal page of the PBS website.
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Assignment Equal Protection and Public Education Essay Research the implications of equal protection for K-12 students within one of the following groups:
Classifications based on English language learners; Classifications through ability grouping/tracking; Classifications in academic programs based on gender;
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Classifications in sports programs based on gender; and Classifications to assign students to specific schools for racial balance.
In a 500-750-word essay, address the following for the group that you have chosen:
Summarize the factual background on how the students are classified; Identify the legal issues presented by these classifications; and Describe what equal protection requires.
Include at least five references in your essay. At least three of the five references should cite U.S. Supreme Court cases. Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
Discussion Question
Topic 3: Discussion Question 2 In the assigned readings and videos, the Heritage Foundation and Peter Sagal seem at odds in their respective positions toward the 14th Amendment and the evolution of equal protection. How do you reconcile equality versus equity in public education today?
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Topic 3: Discussion Question 1 How did Brown v. Board of Education change public education? Has the promise of Brown v. Board of Education been realized? Support your position with reference to a current event.
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Topic 4: First Amendment: Religion and Education
Duration: 7 days
Description:
Objectives:
1. Examine court cases and laws regarding religious freedom within the educational setting.
2. Apply case law and legal precedent regarding religion in schools to classroom situations.
Topic Material:
Electronic Resource 1. Finding Common Ground: A First Amendment Guide to Religion and Public Schools
Read chapters 4, 6, 9. 10, and 11 in Finding Common Ground: A First Amendment Guide to Religion and Public Schools, by Haynes and Thomas, from the First Amendment Center website.
Electronic Resource 2. Religion in the Public Schools
Review this resource from the Anti-Defamation League for a better understanding of the issue of religion in the public schools.
Electronic Resource 3. Engel v. Vitale
Read “Engel v. Vitale, 370 U.S. 421 (1962),” from the Justia website.
Electronic Resource 4. Lee v. Weisman
Read “Lee v. Weisman, 505 U.S. 577 (1992),” from the Justia website.
Electronic Resource 5. Santa Fe Independent School District v. Doe
Read “Santa Fe Independent School District v. Doe, 530 U.S. 290 (2000),” from the Justia website.
Electronic Resource 6. Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools
Read “Guidance on Constitutionally Protected Prayer in Public Elementary and Secondary Schools” from the U.S. Department of Education website (2003).
Electronic Resource 7. Legal Guidelines Regarding the Equal Access Act and the Recognition of the Student-Led NonCurricular Groups
Read “Legal Guidelines Regarding the Equal Access Act and the Recognition of the Student-Led NonCurricular Groups,” from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Assignment First Amendment: Religion and Education You have a standard practice of displaying all student work in your classroom. Recently, you assigned students to write any essay and submit a pictorial depiction on the person
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they considered to be their hero. One of your students submitted an essay on Jesus and a drawing of the Last Supper. In a 500-750-essay, discuss any legal issues regarding the grading of your student’s essay and whether you could display the student’s work. How does the First Amendment apply to this situation? Include at least five references in your essay. At least three of the five references should cite U.S. Supreme Court cases. Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required. This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
Discussion Question
Topic 4: Discussion Question 2 Do all student-led religious groups have an absolute right to meet at K-12 schools? If not, discuss one limitation under the Equal Access Act. May a teacher be a sponsor of the club? Can the teacher participate in its activities? Why or why not? Support your position with examples from case law, the U.S. Constitution, or other readings.
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Topic 4: Discussion Question 1 May students express religious beliefs in class discussion or assignments or engage in prayer in the classroom? What are some limitations? Support your position with examples from case law, the U.S. Constitution, or other readings.
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Topic 5: First Amendment: Free Speech and Education
Duration: 7 days
Description:
Objectives:
1. Examine court cases and laws regarding free speech within the educational setting.
2. Apply case law and legal precedent regarding free speech in schools to classroom situations.
Topic Material:
Electronic Resource 1. Tinker v. Des Moines School District
Read “Tinker v. Des Moines School District, 393 U.S. 503 (1969),” from the Justia website.
Electronic Resource 2. Hazelwood Sch. District v. Kuhlmeier
Read “Hazelwood School District v. Kuhlmeier, 484 U.S. 260 (1988),” from the Justia website.
Electronic Resource 3. Bethel Sch. District v. Fraser
Read “Bethel School District v. Fraser, 478 U.S. 675 (1986),” from the Justia website.
Electronic Resource 4. Morse v. Frederick
Read “Morse v. Frederick, 551 U.S. ___ (2007),” from the Justia website.
Electronic Resource 5. Free Speech and Public Schools
Read “Free Speech and Public Schools,” from the Center for Public Education (2006).
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Assignment Cyberbullying and the First Amendment A student notifies you that she has been subjected to bullying through a classmate’s Facebook page. In 500-750- words, address the following:
Steps you are required to take that are consistent with state statutes, your district’s school board policies, faculty handbook, and the student handbook; Any First Amendment arguments you think the student with the Facebook page may raise; and Responses you could make to the First Amendment arguments that are consistent with the cases in the assigned readings.
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APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected. This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
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Topic 5: Discussion Question 2 Imagine that the cell phone you have confiscated has readily visible sexually inappropriate messages on it. How would you handle the situation? Be sure to cite any applicable case law, school board policies, and state laws to support your answer.
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Topic 5: Discussion Question 1 Following current events related to immigration reform, a group of students came to school wearing t- shirts representing national flags from a variety of countries and were bullied by fellow students with a variety of racial and ethnic slurs. How would you respond to both groups? Be sure to cite any applicable case law, school board policies, and state laws to support your answer.
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Topic 6: AZ Constitution: Origins and Direct Democracy
Duration: 7 days
Description:
Objectives:
1. Summarize the historical and political context of the development of the Arizona Constitution.
2. Examine the principle of direct democracy outlined in the Arizona Constitution.
3. Apply the principle of direct democracy to lawmaking in Arizona.
Topic Material:
Textbook 1. Understanding the Arizona Constitution
Read chapters 1, 2, 4, and 7 from Understanding the Arizona Constitution.
Electronic Resource 2. Understanding the Arizona Constitution: 2012 Supplement
Review the updated information in Understanding the Arizona Constitution: 2012 Supplement for the sections in your assigned reading.
Electronic Resource 3. Arizona Voters Defeat Five Ballot Measures
Read “Arizona Voters Defeat Five Ballot Measures,” by Dungan, Pitzl, Sanchez, and Reinhart, from the AZ Central website.
Electronic Resource 4. Constitution of the United States
Use this resource to assist with your research.
Electronic Resource 5. Constitution of the State of Arizona
Use this resource to assist with your research.
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Assignment Letter to Editor and Draft Initiative Arizona offers unique opportunities for direct democracy based on initiative power. The Arizona voters, for example, have recently rejected the Proposition 204 initiative that sought to convert a temporary sales tax that funded education into a permanent tax. In a 500-750-word “Letter to the Editor,” propose an initiative for an educational issue that you feel needs to be addressed. Include a plan about how this issue could become an initiative under Arizona law. Your letter should be written to persuade others to agree with your position. Support your position with examples from case law, the U.S. Constitution, or other readings. APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected. This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin.
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Assignment Clinical Field Experience Allocate 3 hours in the field to support this assignment. Attend a school board meeting for a local school district.
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In a 500-750-word reflection about your experience, address the following:
Items addressed at the board meeting; Meeting attendees; Who presented; What you learned at this board meeting; and How you will use what you learned as a teacher.
Submit a copy of the meeting agenda to LoudCloud with your reflection. APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected. This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. You are not required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Document the hours and locations that you spend in the field on your Clinical Field Experience Verification Form. Submit your completed Clinical Field Experience Verification Form with this assignment. Directions for submitting can be found on the College of Education site in the Student Success Center.
Discussion Question
Topic 6: Discussion Question 2 Compare and contrast the U.S. Constitution and the Arizona Constitution. Discuss three findings that account for the significant differences in length.
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Topic 6: Discussion Question 1 Discuss the impact of the Progressive movement on the creation of the Arizona Constitution, including the declaration of rights, ballot initiatives, and recall of judges.
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Grade Scale
Letter Grade
GPA Value Minimum Maximum Interpretation of Level of Performance
A 4.0 93.0 100.0 Superior; outstanding scholarship
A- 3.7 90.0 92.99 Superior; outstanding scholarship
B+ 3.3 87.0 89.99 Above average; good work
B 3.0 83.0 86.99 Average standard performance
B- 2.7 80.0 82.99 – C+ 2.3 77.0 79.99 Below Standard C 2.0 70.0 76.99 Below Standard F 0.0 0.0 69.99 Failure I 0.0 0.0 0.0 Course work is
incomplete W 0.0 0.0 0.0 Authorized
withdrawal; no credit
– 0.0 0.0 0.0 NA – 0.0 0.0 0.0 NA
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