Oyez, Oyez, Oh Yay! Gibbons v. Ogden

Grade
6-9
9-12
Lesson Duration

From The State Bar of Texas

Oyez, Oyez, Oh Yay! Case summaries, videos and other helpful resources for teachers and students.

What is the extent of Congress’ power under the part of Article I, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution that provides that “Congress shall have the power to regulate commerce with foreign nations and among the several states and with the Indian tribes”?

Go to Materials: https://www.texasbar.com/civics/viewing-guides/Middle%20School/MiddleSchool-Viewing-Guides.html

Find Gibbons v. Ogden and see the links to the Lesson Plan, Student Viewing Guide, and Teacher Notes. The video (https://www.texasbar.com/civics/cases/gibbons-v-ogden.html) is 35 approximately minutes in length.

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