The MOOC Revolution: Law Schools

The Global Student’s Introduction to U.S. Law

School: University of Florida
Platform: Coursera
Link: https://www.coursera.org/course/globalintrouslaw
Start Date: May 1, 2014 (8 Weeks)
Workload: 5-10 Hours per Week
Instructors: Pedro A. Malavet, Lyrissa Barnett Lidsky, Claire M. Germain, Loren Turner, Jennifer L. Wondracek, Sharon E. Rush, Jeffery L. Harrison, Kenneth B. Nunn
Credentials: All eight instructors teach at the University of Florida’s Levin College of Law. They have published books and in academic journals. And they possess extensive private practice experience outside of the classroom. Among the notable instructors is Claire M. Germain, the associate dean, who has been a consultant to the United Nations International Criminal Court and formerly served as President of the American Association of Law Libraries. Lyrissa Barnett Lidsky was recognized by her students and peers as a Teacher of the Year and has co-authored popular casebooks on the first amendment and mass media law.
Graded: Not Specified
Description: Designed for international students and undergraduates considering a legal career, this course covers the areas of American constitutional, comparative, contract, and criminal law. Along with introducing basic legal concepts and terminology, the instructors will examine how the American legal system compares to legal structures in Europe and around the world.
Review: None

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