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Tags: Law, Ethics & Professional Responsibility,

Book Description:
Understanding, Creating, and Implementing Contracts: An Activities-Based Approach is a dynamic and engaging new text that encourages the development of practical research skills along with a basic understanding of contract law. The flexible organization of the book makes the material easily adaptable to a variety of course formats while the interactive assignments help students apply the concepts they have learned. This accessible text helps students develop both knowledge and confidence: • engages students in the study of basic contract law by providing numerous practical assignments • focuses on teaching practical skills, such as using the Internet to research the law • takes a hands-on approach to assignments, ensuring that all students will know how to research and apply the law • case-discussion assignments encourage interaction with the material beyond classroom lecture • ethics discussion is integrated throughout the book • Assignments are designed to be used with state-specific law and procedures • flexible organization makes the book easy to adapt to a variety of course configurations, including on-line courses The book is part of a comprehensive teaching package that includes PowerPoint slides and an extensive Instructor’s Manual featuring: • sample syllabi • helpful tips on using the Internet as a tool for research • detailed suggestions for additional assignments • answer keys for all discussion questions and CALR assignments • a Test Bank of exam questions For instructors looking for a book that applies a hands-on approach to learning, Understanding, Creating, and Implementing Contracts: An Activities-Based Approach is just the tool they need. After using this text, students will be able to perform legal research in contract law, summarize cases, and find their own answers, so that they can “hit the ground running” in the law office. An author website to support classroom instruction using this title is available at http://www.aspenlawschool.com/vietzen