Techniques for Teaching Law,9780890897850

Techniques for Teaching Law

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ISBN13: 9780890897850
ISBN10: 0890897859
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 1999-06-14
Publisher(s): Carolina Academic Press
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Summary

Techniques for Teaching Law is designed to assist law teachers with the learning and teaching processes. It utilizes two primary tools: explanations of teaching and learning theories, and practical ideas for implementing those theories in the classroom. Hess and Friedland begin each chapter with a description of the pedagogical underpinnings of each subject, followed by innovative teaching strategies from more than 100 veteran teachers, along with the name and school of each author for follow-up questions. These "classroom-tested techniques" have been fashioned from experience by their authors. The content of this book and the strategies suggested make this an interesting and useful book for every teacher, not just those in the field of law.

Table of Contents

Preface xv
Teaching and Learning-Theory, Research, and Applications
3(18)
Learning
3(9)
Cognitive Psychology
3(2)
Intellectual Development
5(3)
Learning Styles
8(3)
Characteristics of Adult Learners
11(1)
Teaching
12(7)
Components of Effective Instruction
12(3)
Seven Principles of Good Practice in [Higher] Education
15(1)
Dimensions of Exemplary Teaching
16(3)
References
19(2)
Course and Class Planning
21(34)
Planning Theory
22(1)
What to Plan
22(5)
Course Objectives
23(1)
The Syllabus
24(1)
Course Materials
24(1)
Teaching/Learning Methods
24(2)
The Architecture and Environment of the Class
26(1)
The Openings and Closings of Class
26(1)
Evaluation Techniques
27(1)
References
27(1)
Specific Course and Class Planning Ideas
28(27)
Using the Syllabus as Course Synthesis and Teaching Plan
28(1)
The Ten Commandments of [The First-Year Course of Your Choice]
29(3)
Teaching Legal Analysis: An Inventory of Skills
32(5)
Problem-Solving Curriculum
37(1)
Student-Facilitated Seminars
38(3)
Four-Mat Learning
41(1)
Solomon and Civil Procedure
42(3)
Methods Should Coordinate Form and Function
45(2)
Student Case Presentations
47(1)
Coping Strategies for Research Seminars
47(3)
Paying Respect to Law School's First Year
50(5)
Questioning and Discussion Techniques
55(26)
Why Have Discussion and Questioning in Class?
55(1)
Impediments to Effective Discussion
56(1)
A Guide to Effective Discussion and Questioning Techniques
57(7)
References
64(1)
Specific Discussion Techniques
64(17)
Using Video to Learn Students' Names
64(1)
Lying Icebreaker
64(1)
Thoughts on Questioning Students
65(3)
Leading Questions
68(1)
Student Names and Backgrounds
69(1)
Practicing Observation
70(1)
Talking in Circles
70(3)
Structured Debate
73(1)
Interesting Questions to Start Discussion
74(1)
Classroom Configuration-The Circle
75(1)
Role-play to Discuss Controversial Topics
76(1)
Teaching Tips for Quiet Classrooms
76(5)
Visual Tools
81(24)
What are Visual Tools?
81(1)
Why Use Visual Tools?
81(1)
Designing and Using Visual Tools
82(5)
Handouts
83(1)
Chalkboards
84(1)
Overhead Transparencies
84(2)
Flipcharts
86(1)
Slides
86(1)
Videotapes
87(1)
References
87(1)
Specific Visual Tools
88(17)
Algorithms
88(2)
Video Vignettes in Negotiations
90(1)
Fine Art Imagery
91(2)
Use of Overhead Transparencies
93(1)
Videos in Evidence
94(1)
Flow Charts
95(1)
Drawings and Props
96(1)
Visualizing the Consequences of Environmental Law
97(3)
The Video ``Bite''
100(1)
Student-Created Graphics
101(2)
Concept Mapping
103(1)
``One Hundred and One'' Torts Video
103(2)
Real-Life Learning Opportunities
105(26)
What is Experiential Learning?
105(1)
Theoretical Bases for Experiential Learning
106(2)
Holistic Learning
106(1)
Kolb's Cyclical Model
107(1)
Reflection-In-Action
107(1)
Goals and Benefits of Experiential Learning
108(1)
Maximizing the Benefits of Experiential Learning
109(1)
References
110(1)
Specific Real-Life Learning Opportunities
110(21)
Hardhat Teaching
110(2)
Service Learning-Housing for Single Mothers and Their Children
112(1)
Ethics in the Clinic
113(1)
Newspaper Stories in Criminal Law
114(1)
Boring
115(2)
Examples of Drafting Problems from Real Documents
117(1)
Current Events in the Classroom
117(2)
The Ten Commandments: A Humble Offering at the Shrine of the Field Placement
119(3)
State Bar Association Meetings and Problems
122(1)
Wills and Trusts Projects
123(1)
Using Doctors to Teach Law Students
124(3)
Motion Docket Observation and Evaluation
127(1)
Administrative Hearings-Testimony and Reports
128(3)
Reconstructing the Classroom Through Collaborative Learning
131(18)
Introducing Collaborative Learning?
132(1)
How are Collaborative Techniques Constructed?
133(3)
One Model: Classroom Consensus Groups
133(2)
Other Collaborative Learning Models
135(1)
References
136(1)
Specific Ideas for Collaborative Learning and Small Groups
137(12)
Structuring Collaborative Exercises
137(2)
Designing Cooperative Learning Experiences
139(3)
Three-Minute Discussions
142(1)
Cooperative Learning Groups in a Large Class
143(1)
Network for Cooperative Learning in higher Education
144(1)
Pair Participation in Large Classes
145(1)
Think Group Share
145(1)
Teaching Discovery Through Small-Group Discovery About the Final Exam
146(3)
Computers
149(44)
Legal Education Goals
149(1)
Benefits and Challenges of Computers for Teaching and Learning
150(1)
Effective Uses of Computers in Law School
151(5)
Computers as Visual Tools in the Classroom
151(2)
Electronic Lessons
153(1)
Electronic Discussion and Supplements
154(1)
The Internet
155(1)
Electronic Casebooks
155(1)
References
156(1)
Specific Ideas on Using Computers
156(37)
Electronic Classroom
156(4)
Electronic Supplements
160(3)
Enhanced Learning Through Supplemental Computer Programs
163(2)
Computer Assisted Legal Instruction
165(1)
Electronic Newsgroups: Discussion After Class
166(2)
Computerized Essay Exams
168(1)
Washburn Law School Internet Services and Discussion Groups
169(18)
Lists for Law Professors
187(6)
Simulations and Role-Playing
193(30)
The Argument for Using Simulations and Role-Playing
193(2)
Problems with Simulations and Role-Playing
195(1)
Institutional History
195(1)
Resources
195(1)
Course Coverage
195(1)
Preparation Time
195(1)
The Hybrid Nature of Simulations
196(1)
Overcoming Problems with Simulations and Role-Playing
196(1)
Designing Simulations and Role-Playing Exercises
197(2)
The Size of the Simulation
197(1)
The Simulation's Objectives
198(1)
The Simulation Design and Format
198(1)
References
199(1)
Specific Ideas for Simulations
199(24)
Diverse Views and Values Through Role-Play
199(1)
Year-Long Simulation in Civil Procedure
200(2)
Skills Lab
202(2)
Simulation Led by Practicing Lawyers
204(2)
Case Arguments in First-Year Classes
206(1)
Early Introduction to Judicial Decision-Making
207(1)
Mock Supreme Court Arguments
208(1)
Students as Judges
209(1)
Negotiation Exercise
210(1)
Negotiation Problems
211(1)
Negotiation, Drafting, and Argument Regarding Prenuptial Agreements
212(1)
Negotiation and Drafting in Contracts
213(2)
Trial Advocacy Evidence Simulation
215(1)
Focus on Facts
216(1)
Estate Planning-Interviewing and Drafting
217(1)
Mooting for Clinical Teachers
218(5)
Writing Exercises
223(38)
Why Use Writing Exercises?
223(1)
Types of Writing Exercises?
224(1)
Out-of-Class Writing
224(1)
In-Class Writing
225(1)
Planning Writing Assignments
225(2)
Feedback to Students on Their Writing
227(1)
References
228(1)
Specific Writing Exercises
229(32)
Short Writing Assignments in Large Classes
229(2)
Writing to Analyze Facts
231(1)
Editing On An Overhead Projector
232(1)
In- and Pre-Class Writing Assignments in Property
233(2)
Graded Problems: Benefits and Burdens
235(2)
Book Critique Assignment A Guide for the Writing of Critiques
237(4)
Scrambled Sentences
241(2)
Giving Students an Appreciation of Real-World Issues and a Global View of the Law in First-Year Courses
243(1)
Reading Aloud to Illustrate Excellent Writing
244(1)
Peer Editing
245(8)
The Use of Journals
253(2)
Memoranda Reveal Bias
255(1)
Writing Under Presssure
256(1)
Fiction Draws Students Into the Culture of Law
257(4)
Classroom Assessment: Feedback to Teachers
261(24)
What is Classroom Assessment?
261(1)
Classroom Assessment Assumptions
262(1)
Characteristics of Classroom Assessment
263(1)
First Steps with Classroom Assessment
264(1)
Benefits of Classroom Assessment
265(1)
Classroom Assessment Resource
265(1)
References
266(1)
Specific Classroom Assessment Techniques
267(18)
Stress Reduction Through Feedback
267(2)
Minute Papers
269(1)
Shoe Box Pen Pals
270(1)
Feedback to Teachers: Professional Skills Student Consultants
271(2)
Flow Chart Diagnosis
273(2)
Three-Sentence Summary
275(1)
Documented Problem Solutions
276(1)
Teacher-Designed Feedback Forms
277(2)
Student Advisory Teams
279(2)
More Effective Student Evaluation of the Course and Instructor
281(4)
The Evaluation of Students
285(40)
Why Evaluate Students?
285(1)
Ranking and Ordering
285(1)
Feedback
286(1)
The Tools of Evaluation: Instruments and Techniques
286(1)
When to Evaluate Students?
287(1)
What to Evaluate?
288(1)
How to Evaluate?
289(2)
Methodological Criteria
289(1)
Effective Evaluation Schemes
289(1)
Some Do's and Don'ts for Law School Examinations
290(1)
References
291(1)
Specific Evaluation Ideas
292(33)
Practicing What We Preach and Testing What We Teach
292(1)
Using Bloom's Taxonomy to Draft Exams
293(4)
Giving Students Potential Exam Questions Before the Exam
297(1)
The Multiple-Choice Essay
298(1)
Practice Exams, Practice Exercises, and Practical Advice
299(3)
Multiple-Choice Quizzes in Large Classes
302(1)
Creating Multiple-Choice Questions
303(5)
Evaluation of Oral Lawyering Skills Through a Video Exam
308(2)
Critiques of Students' Lawyering Skills
310(3)
Extemporaneous Oral Examination
313(2)
A Call to the Arts
315(2)
Student Self-Analysis of Written Assignments
317(2)
Extra Credit
319(1)
Debriefing Students
320(3)
The Speech-``Good Students who will be Good Lawyers and Are Good People Often Get Bad Grades''
323(1)
Recognition of Achievement
324(1)
Teaching and Learning Environment
325(42)
The Physical Plant
326(1)
The Interpersonal Environment
326(1)
References
327(1)
Specific Ideas for the Teaching and Learning Environment
327(40)
Family Day
327(2)
Personal Statements
329(5)
Class Preparation Policy
334(2)
No Notes
336(1)
Teaching Statutory Analysis
337(2)
Teaching Law, Learning French
339(2)
Storytelling
341(1)
Students' Need to Translate Ideas
342(4)
Cultural Legends
346(1)
Kinetic Classroom
347(3)
Voices
350(4)
Tributes
354(1)
Students Adopt a State
355(2)
Hollywood Squares
357(1)
Considering Audience: Using A Writing Concept to Enhance Legal Learning
357(3)
Thoughts for the Day
360(2)
Student Conferences
362(5)
Index 367

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