CHALLENGING THE CAMPS
Challenging the Camps: Korematsu v. United States, 1944
by Michael A. Barnhart
Rights versus Responsibilities After the Pearl Harbor attack, Fred Korematsu decided to defy President Franklin Roosevelt's Executive Order 9066 requiring all Japanese-Americans to report to "internment" camps. He appealed his arrest as a violation of his constitutional rights. His case reached the United States Supreme Court in 1944. This game recreates that case. |
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Using the Game |
Class Time "Korematsu v. US" can be played in a single 60-90 minute session. Possible Reacting Game Pairings
Judges must decide on three key issues in the case and vote accordingly.
Class Size and Scalability If the number of players will exceed 16, then roles will be doubled as specified in a role assignment matrix in the Instructor's Manual. Tripling roles is possible. |
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Instructor's Manual The Instructor's Guide includes guidance for assigning roles, presenting the game's context and topics, assignments, and more. The Role Sheets are also included in this document. Download the Instructor's Manual | Handouts These handouts include name signs for students, reports, and supplementary materials. Download Additional Materials (Members Only) | Role Sheets Students will only need their Role Sheet, which contains biographical information, and information on how to play the game. Download Role Sheets (Members Only) |
Michael A. Barnhart |
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