The Code of Hammurabi and the Law of Moses A WebQuest for 7th Grade Social Studies Designed by Paul
E. Binford Introduction | Task | Process | Evaluation | Conclusion | Credits | Teacher Page Introduction You're an attorney at the firm of Soo, Shells, Toody & Lovett. You've been hired as a consultant to revise the Jackson Creek Middle School student handbook. You decide, out of deference to your beloved social studies teacher, to begin your revision by researching the origins of our modern laws. You will recall from your legal training that a “Code of Laws” can be defined as a written and organized list of rules of behavior. The first known code of laws was written around 1750 B.C. This code was developed by a Babylonian king named Hammurabi and bears his name--Code of Hammurabi. Several centuries later the Law of Moses was given to the Israelites. You will begin by comparing these two ancient codes of law. The Task You and your partner will:
Remember, your rules will be recommended for next years' JCMS Handbook--provided that the principal, superintendent and school board approve. The Process
Evaluation You will be evaluated both on your analysis sheet and your JCMS Student Handbook rules recommendations. Be sure to include both your name and your law partners name on both documents. Your fine quality work will soon get you a promotion to full partner in the law firm. |
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Conclusion Congratulations on completing this WebQuest! Your legal services were well worth the retainer. Your revisions of the Jackson Creek Middle School student code of conduct will be reviewed by a high level student handbook committee. In the mean time, make the most of this school year. Credits & References Thanks to the web links listed below and the Webquest page at San Diego State University as well as K. McGlaun--the ever patient librarian at JCMS. Link to Mr. Binford's Home Page Last updated on October 9, 2003. Based on a template from The WebQuest Page |
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