Participants will interact with “Chief Justice Marshall” as the case of “Gibbons v. Ogden” is resurrected and the course of history is altered by a simple ruling. Our Federal Government is, today, very engaged in our lives; this simulation will help you understand when federal intervention is valuable and provide a perspective for future understanding.
Where does the government have the right and duty to interfere with the affairs of the people? What is the jurisdiction of the highest court in the land? Where do the states draw the line limiting federal intervention, and how do they do it? You will ponder these questions as you experience one of the greatest Supreme Court cases of all time. Participants will be introduced to all related scenario themes gradually as they work through the preparation materials.
Simulations are scenarios in which participants take on roles and experience life changing events. Participants will be expected to dress for their role, this may require costumes etc.; the SI staff will help each participant get into character. This Simulation will begin with a brief introduction from our fictional dignitary “Samuel Lewis” they will then precede into the scenario following the agenda outlined in the preparation materials. The participants will have prepared for a month before they come each participant will then be prepared to represent his or her respective role. There will be an objective which must be reached as a body.
The staff at Simulations Institute will be on hand to assist participants and make sure they have a life-changing educational experience. The “Gibbons v. Ogden” simulation lasts two hours minimum; participants will be given 4 assignments involving reading, writing, and speaking. Education is such that we receive rewards equal to our investment; this is especially true regarding simulations. Participants should be able to prepare in approximately one month, utilizing a moderate amount of free-time. This simulation was designed for adults and experienced students ages fourteen and older unless joined by a parent in the simulation. It will then be appropriate to allow those ages 12 and older to be participants. Though it may be very powerful for those with higher learning experience, exceptions may be made for younger students willing to pay the price for academic excellence.
Once registered, participants will receive a letter of invitation from the “dignitary” Samuel Lewis explaining the situation, the objective and the history behind the scenario.
