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Research Purpose: To explore what the promises of civil liberties and equal protection really mean. Picking a topic from the Bill of Rights or one concerning equal protection, students will conduct research in order to write a substantive paper, create a poster, and prepare an oral presentation. Topic coverage will include a historical overview, an analysis of the Supreme Court interpretations and controversies, and a discussion of increasing compassion and empathy for the topic in American society.
Assignment Handout:
Capstone Paper and Project Handout
Research Requirements:
| Course | Paper Length | Source Requirements |
| EP |
5-6 pages
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Minimum of 8, including at least:
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| HP |
7-9 pages
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Minimum of 10, including at least:
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