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STDEV 261

The Law in Literature

Course Description

Examining how the law--including the justice system, attorneys, judges, and clients--has been portrayed in literary works.

When Taught

Winter

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

2

Fixed

2

Fixed

2

Fixed

0

Title

Law as a Career

Learning Outcome

Be able to more accurately assess whether or not a legal education and career is the correct choice for them.

Title

Analysis of Media

Learning Outcome

Be able to critically analyze portrayals of law in literature and other media forms to assess for accuracy.

Title

Legal Education

Learning Outcome

Have a better understanding of what a legal education and career requires and provides.