Difference between revisions of "Getting The Best Out Of Tutorials"
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*to explore the taught issue(s) in greater depth; | *to explore the taught issue(s) in greater depth; | ||
| − | *to clarify certain points and improve understanding by | + | *to clarify certain points and improve understanding by: |
| − | *asking questions | + | **asking questions |
| − | *exchanging opinions | + | **exchanging opinions |
| − | *to engage in critical analysis and legal writing by dealing with the questions set in advance; | + | **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:== | ==How to gain the maximum benefit from your seminars:== | ||
Revision as of 20:24, 19 September 2010
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, with 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;