Getting The Best Out Of Tutorials
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Seminars are where you get to play a part in the comprehension process; this is not meant to be simply a lecture with a smaller group. At its best, the seminar is a great sounding board for ideas, with all participants taking a role and the tutor guiding.
The purpose
- to explore the taught issue(s) in greater depth
- to clarify certain points and improve understanding by:
- asking questions
- exchanging opinions
- to engage in critical analysis and legal writing by dealing with the questions set in advance
How to gain the maximum benefit from your seminars
A. Preparation
- Undertake the required preparation in advance.
- Identify any unclear issues that can be raised in the tutorial.
- Make suitable notes, without rewriting the content of the textbook.
- Note down useful structures of how to approach a topic.
- Focus on how the law should be applied.
B. Participation
- Voice your thoughts!
- Contribute to the group discussions, by putting forward counter arguments.
- Prepare thoroughly to bolster your confidence.
- Benefit from the expertise of your tutor.
Thanks to Alex Antoniou, PhD Research Student at The City Law School for this contribution.