The Law Curriculum: Subjects to Be Included and Order of Presentation (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Emlin McClain

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0260198404 ISBN 13: 9780260198402

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Crafting a law school that teaches students how to think, not just how to pass exams.

This work argues for a practical, evidence-based approach to the law curriculum, focusing on how topics should be chosen and presented to build true understanding.

The author surveys what goes into effective legal education. It weighs the place of history, principles, and case-based study, and it argues for a balance between theoretical training and real-world application. The piece also proposes how to stage topics so students develop a clear, logical grasp of the law, while allowing room for independent inquiry later in the program. The goal is a curriculum that strengthens critical thinking, disciplined study, and the ability to apply rules to new problems.

• How to select core subjects and arrange them in a logical sequence.
• The value of starting with facts and cases to illuminate principles.
• How to balance historical context with current law and practice.
• Strategies for managing course load and promoting independent investigation.

Ideal for educators shaping law programs, aspiring professors, and students curious about the aims of legal education.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0260198404
• ISBN 13: 9780260198402
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 31