Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
USDA-0628
Organization:
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
30 hours (10 weeks)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Paralegal Studies
Description

Objective:

To present the theory and methods of professional legal analysis.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Apply the methods and techniques of legal reasoning and analysis
  • Understand the purposes and objectives of legal reasoning and analysis
  • Correctly and accurately interpret, analyze, and evaluate both common law and statutory case law
  • Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and appreciation for varied jurisprudential elements and 'nonlegal' factors that influence and affect case law interpretations and judicial decisions
  • Correctly read, interpret, and analyze both precedential case law and statutory law
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Case Studies
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
Supplemental Materials