Introduction to Key Constitutional Concepts and Supreme Court Cases

Delve into the origins and structure of the U.S. Constitution and the three branches of government

• Understand the necessity and creation of the Constitution
• Examine the powers and functions of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches
• Explore methods of constitutional interpretation

Explore the amendments to the U.S. Constitution, including the Bill of Rights and key clauses such as freedom of speech and religion

• Analyze the impact of the Bill of Rights and subsequent amendments
• Examine the nuances of freedom of speech and the exercise of religion
• Understand the constitutional significance of free speech and religious clauses

Investigate criminal procedure, federalism, and nationalism within the context of the U.S. Constitution and explore the impact of key amendments

• Analyze the Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, and Second Amendments
• Explore the implications of the Civil War, Reconstruction, and federalism
• Examine the impact of key amendments on criminal procedure and federalism

Examine the Fourteenth Amendment and its application to modern controversies, including equal protection, women's rights, sexual orientation, and key contemporary issues

• Analyze the concept of equal protection and discrimination
• Explore the constitutional implications of women's rights and abortion
• Examine the Fourteenth Amendment's application to contemporary controversies