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2024 Torts
An introduction to Tort Law and to reading, thinking, and communicating, like a lawyer. The intended audience is first-year students pursuing the Juris Doctor degree and legal careers in the United States. Other common law jurisdictions will find many of the resources relevant. This particular torts course emphasizes... accessibility active learning AI study tools diverse learning styles humor hypotheticals lawyer wellness legal realism multimedia parsing opinions thinking like a lawyer short videos social justice universal success use of study aids variety visual aids ... and revealing the "hidden curriculum" of law school, for enhanced success across all courses. All required texts are publicly available for free download - no casebook purchase required. "ABCs" topics serve the ABA's 2022 mandate to provide provide new law students with anti-bias and cultural competency instruction. The curriculum is trauma-informed but not perfect, trigger warnings are sometimes used. Slides are not provided, but projection of module materials during class comes close.