I have been researching on the topic of global citizenship for the past six months. My research is finding ways to expand understandings of human rights in two ways. Firstly, by expanding what ‘human’ should encompass and secondly, by asking what the breadth of the ‘rights’ discourse should be. What that means, in simple terms, […]
Category: Legal Skills
Defining Global Citizenship
My students have different understandings about global citizenship. Yet there is a common theme of internationalism and multi culturalism. In my own research, I am looking to better understand the citizenship part of the equation and ask whether that ways we define that term can be expanded. Should we include other species in our society? […]
Global Citizenship
I am currently researching for the Global Citizenship lectorate at my university. We promote inclusive teaching approaches and collective conversations about the responsibilities of global citizenship. My own research is linked to the UN Sustainable Development Goal 4.7 which reads By 2030, ensure that all learners acquire the knowledge and skills needed to promote sustainable […]
Artificial Intelligence in Legal Education
Clients’ demands drive innovation in the legal profession. Law School curricula must also keep pace.
Using Peer Feedback in your course
Peer feedback helps students develop their analytical and communication skills. Consider this additional gain — feedback also encourages students to engage with the course standards. Let your students use your grading rubric to guide their feedback content. In this way, they will also be considering the main aspects of how you will grade their work. […]
Police violence in the United States
As I write this blog entry, my heart is heavy. The death of George Floyd is a tragedy seen too often in the US. I was born and raised in Minnesota, the state where this unspeakable incident took place. I have never lived in Minneapolis, but it was the location of the childhood church that […]