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375P sec. 001 - Teaching Learning in Higher Education (Spring 2026)
Instructor: Sarah Song (view instructor's teaching evaluations - degree students only | profile)
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Units: 2
Grading Designation: Credit Only
Mode of Instruction: In-Person
Meeting:
Th 10:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Location: TBA
From January 12, 2026
To April 23, 2026
Course End: May 13, 2026
Class Number: 33418
Enrollment info:
Enrolled: 12
Waitlisted: 0
Enroll Limit: 12
As of: 01/20 04:10 PM
This course introduces graduate students to the theoretical and practical knowledge of teaching and learning within the context of Legal Studies. We will cover common challenges and practices of pedagogy, including constructing a syllabus; evaluating student learning and performance; creating inclusive classroom environments for critical, open inquiry; developing lesson plans for discussion sections; facilitating participatory and active learning via discussion and other mechanisms; strategizing about writing assignments in and out of the classroom; using electronic instructional resources where helpful; eliciting useful feedback from students; dealing with student conduct violations; coordinating with co-GSIs where relevant; and managing power and ethics in the classroom.
While the immediate goal of the course is to prepare first-time GSIs to teach undergraduate discussion sections, the course will also cover the broader goal of examining teaching and reflective pedagogy as part of one’s professorial identity and career. Throughout the semester we will also explore how to be an effective GSI while also developing the skills to teach one’s own independent course. To that end, students will rehearse their public speaking skills, prepare a lesson plan for a mock section, and engage in other practicum activities throughout the course. You will notice that some of the same issues resurface throughout the semester. This is so that we can consider specific issues from different angles and contexts.
All prospective, current, and continuing GSIs are welcome to enroll. The course is graded C/NC. The units for this class cannot be counted toward JD, LLM, or JSD degree requirements.
Exam Notes: (None) Series of papers or assignments throughout the semester
(Subject to change by faculty member only through the first two weeks of instruction)
Course Category: Jurisprudence and Social Policy (JSP)
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