Using Class Time Effectively

Using Class Time Effectively

Learn to use class time to clear up confusion, fill the gaps in your case briefs, and hone the skills you’ll need to ace your exams.

Transcript

Welcome to Using Class Time Effectively! Here, we’ll outline five tips to make the time you spend in class work for you.

I. Pay Attention

Tip one, pay attention. And turn off your Wi-Fi to minimize distractions. True, no one can be attentive for every second of class time. But to derive any meaningful benefit from going to class, you’ve got to do your best to stay engaged.

II. Have Case Briefs at the Ready

Tip two is to have your case briefs easily accessible, so that you’re ready in case the...

Lessons

1. Introduction
  • Welcome to Acing Your Law Exam
2. Preparing from Day One
  • The Preparation Marathon
  • The Five Traits of Highly Successful Law Students
  • Reading Cases like a Rock Star
  • Briefing Cases Efficiently
  • Using Class Time Effectively
  • Outlining to Win
  • Catching Up When You're Behind
3. Knowing What to Expect and Keeping Your Focus
  • Common Essay Questions
  • Demystifying the Curve
  • Surviving Exam Season
  • Exam Aftermath: The Final Hurdle
  • Looking Back to Move Ahead
4. Exam Day Strategies
  • Budgeting Your Exam Time Wisely
  • Understanding the Questions and Facts
  • Spotting the Issues
  • Organizing Your Answer
5. Writing Winning Essay Answers
6. Handling Unusual Exam Formats
  • Multiple-Choice Questions (Part 1)
  • Multiple-Choice Questions (Part 2)
  • True-False Questions
  • Open-Book and Take-Home Exams