At various breaks in the trial, courtroom reporter Jen Betters leads students through a review of the facts, a hands-on activity, and a prediction about what will happen next. After the lawyers present their closing arguments, the students predict how the jury will vote. Science Court is fun, funny, and a great learning experience. Typically, it takes teachers two or three class periods to complete a Science Court title. There are four parts to the CD-ROM courtroom drama.
Students gather around the computer to watch the trial.
Jen summarizes the events and guides students through six questions about basic science concepts. Students work in groups to answer six content-related questions. After each segment of the trial, students predict what might happen next. While the jury deliberates, students present arguments to each other and predict what the verdict might be. Part 1 Students watch the introduction and part 1 of the trial.