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Practicing Law for Students Through Legal Competitions
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Abstract The research identifies the increasing shift in legal education from theory-based curricula to practice-oriented methods, using competitions like moot courts, client consultations, and legal negotiations. The study combines qualitative and quantitative data through case studies, participant feedback... view more
The research identifies the increasing shift in legal education from theory-based curricula to practice-oriented methods, using competitions like moot courts, client consultations, and legal negotiations. The study combines qualitative and quantitative data through case studies, participant feedback, and experimental course designs to assess skill acquisition and student engagement. The research presents that legal competitions develop critical professional skills, such as oral advocacy, negotiation, and legal analysis, and foster resilience, teamwork, and effective communication. Moreover, structured coaching and preparation amplify these benefits, ensuring alignment with the needs of the professional legal community. The conclusion emphasizes integrating these competitions more formally into law curricula to balance theoretical and practical education, addressing gaps in traditional pedagogy while better preparing students for real-world human resources legal challenges.... view less
Keywords
coaching; teaching; university teaching; competition; jurisprudence; syllabus; competence
Classification
Curriculum, Teaching, Didactics
Free Keywords
Legal Simulation; Practical Training; Advocacy Skills; Student Competitions; Legal Education
Document language
English
Publication Year
2024
Page/Pages
p. 53-71
Journal
Journal of Legal and Political Education, 1 (2024) 2
ISSN
2955-2389
Status
Published Version; peer reviewed