Students do not have to agree, but they must listen and use respectful language in their discussion with one another. Students should be reminded that one of their objectives is to understand the many perspectives on this issue. This requires active listening skills. Learning Goal Through viewing, students will be able to identify where and how the government, while enforcing the law, both violated and protected citizens' rights. Preparation Provide each student with a copy of the Constitution and the amendments and ask them to identify which areas were affected by the incident at Waco.
Instructions Divide the class in half.
While watching the video, have one half write down incidents where they see examples of the government protecting citizens' rights while enforcing the law and the other half write down incidents of the government violating citizens' rights while enforcing the law. Show the video in segments pausing periodically for students to write their notes. Divide each half of the class into small groups of 3-5 students. Have group members share their notes. Ask each group to present a brief summary of their findings.