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Learning the Value of Rules-A Paper Clip Game

Posted By eparker On November 8, 2012 @ 5:49 pm In | Comments Disabled

 

The paper clip game serves as a good devices for discussing the need for and importance of rules in society. It acts as a springboard for developing a working definition of law and understanding the importance of law. It serves to overcome an often negative perception of law.

Objectives:

  • Recognize that good rules help achieve order and a goal
  • Recognize the frustration involved in a lack of rules
  • Identify the components of a good rule

Lesson:  paper-clip-game [1]

 

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