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Global Crime & Punishment vs. Human Rights
by Christina BratagerIn this lesson the students will learn why it is so important to know, be aware of, and understand other countries’ laws and consequences for breaking them. After looking at our own and some other countries’ systems of justice, the student will examine the level of fairness of these laws and if they are in accordance with the Declaration of Human Rights.
NARC v FARC: US Hostages in Colombia
by Robert BaileyThis lesson is built around the US hostages taken in Colombia on February 13, 2003 until their rescue on July 2, 2008. The lesson considers multiple perspectives including that of governments, NGO’s, hostages, families, and the FARC. Video and readings support an intricate role playing activity that highlights the sensitive nature of hostage negotiations
The War Next Door
by Kelly MilizianoViolence relating to illegal drug trafficking has earned Mexico a top position as a national security threat to the United States. This is just behind Afghanistan and Iraq. In this lesson,students will explore the complexities of drug trafficking from cross border violence and crime associated with trafficking, to anti-narcotic activities employed by the U.S. and Mexico.