Transatlantic Perspectives on Teaching the European Union - Teaching EU Law and Policy: Comparing On-site vs. On-line Teaching Approaches and Components

Smith, Don C. (2007) Transatlantic Perspectives on Teaching the European Union - Teaching EU Law and Policy: Comparing On-site vs. On-line Teaching Approaches and Components. In European Union Studies Association (EUSA) > Biennial Conference > 2007 (10th), May 17-19, 2007, pages 24, Montreal, Canada.

Abstract

American legal education has historically been dominated by lectures and the use of the Socratic method. However, with the advent of more pervasive and powerful technology-based tools such as personal computers and the internet, some law schools are offering courses in an on-line setting. The University of Denver Sturm College of Law, which offers a course in “European Law & Policy” in an on-site as well as on-line setting, is one of the leaders in using technology to create student-centered learning experiences. This paper considers on-line learning in the context of legal education, assesses and compares the on-line versus on-site approach, and provides a list of lessons learned.