Description
Book SynopsisThis book presents a wide variety of experiential learning activities to help instructors enliven their courses and teach critical concepts in psychology and law.
Table of ContentsPreface
Introduction
Chapter 1: Fact or Fiction: Psychology and Law in the Media
Chapter 2: Legality Versus Morality Debate
Chapter 3: A Brief Trial
Chapter 4: Who Do You Want? The
Voir Dire Process
Chapter 5: Psychological Profile of a Murder Suspect
Chapter 6: Voices for Victims
Chapter 7: To Protect and Serve: Training Law Enforcement
Chapter 8: Do You See What I See? Eyewitness Identification
Chapter 9: To Waive or Not to Waive? Miranda Rights and Due Process
Chapter 10: Evaluating Juvenile Competency to Stand Trial
Chapter 11: A Journey Through Civil Commitment
Chapter 12: Do You Swear to Tell the Truth? Expert Testimony
Chapter 13: Can We Predict? Appraising and Reducing Risk
Chapter 14: Freeze! What's a Juvenile Justice Facility to Do?
Chapter 15: Problem Solved? Creating a Problem-Solving Court
Chapter 16: May It Please the Court: Amicus Curiae Brief
Chapter 17: What Would SCOTUS Do? Appendix A: Written Assignment Grading Rubric
Appendix B: Participation Grading Rubric
Appendix C: Presentation Grading Rubric
Appendix D: Group and Self-Evaluation Form
Appendix E: Sample Activity Feedback Survey
Index
About the Authors
