This chapter considers approaches to and developments in teaching and learning in law programmes. It looks at the student’s role in the learning process, and how they may be able to enhance their learning in law by understanding learning strengths and working with them. The chapter also considers the importance of critical thinking and analysis in legal learning and beyond, and the notion of ‘thinking like a lawyer’. It considers techniques for responding to legal problems and questions, and the importance of making connections and developing argument and analysis.
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6. Developing Legal (and Other) Skills
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4. Learning and Studying Law
This chapter considers approaches to and developments in teaching and learning in law programmes. It looks at the student’s role in the learning process, and how they may be able to enhance their learning in law, for example by understanding learning strengths and working with them. The chapter also considers the importance of critical thinking and analysis in legal learning and beyond, and the notion of ‘thinking like a lawyer’. It considers techniques for responding to legal problems and questions, looking at the ‘IRAC’ (or ‘ILAC’) and ‘CEEO’ methods. It also considers the importance of making connections and developing argument and analysis.
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13. Skills for Success in Coursework Assessments
The Concentrate Questions and Answers series offers the best preparation for tackling exam questions and coursework. Each book includes typical questions, suggested answers with commentary, illustrative diagrams, guidance on how to develop your answer, suggestions for further reading, and advice on exams and coursework. This chapter provides advice on preparing coursework in company law and the skills required to complete it successfully, to ensure you are best prepared for your assessment. Two coursework example questions, one essay and one problem question, with accompanying answer guidance, are also available. The chapter provides lots of important tips for coursework success and includes a final checklist of issues to consider before submitting your work.
