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Edited by Amanda Millmore, Professor of Law, School of Law, University of Reading, UK<i>‘</i>How to Include Employability in the Law School<i> is a valuable resource for legal educators, providing practical strategies for embedding employability into the law school curricula. It is also recommended as an essential read for any person or institution committed to or involved in improving employability outcomes for their students. The book excels in addressing the diversity of student cohorts and offers a range of tips and step-by-step guides that legal educators can adapt to their own contexts.’</i>
- Gift Sotonye-Frank, The Law Teacher: The International Journal of Legal Education,
<i>‘As a former Head of Law Schools in both Canada and the United Kingdom, I can say that this book is so timely given the increased focus on preparing law students for the job market. It is essential reading for any law school academic. This excellently crafted book provides excellent tools and approaches to embedding employability skills into the academic programme.’</i>
- Susan Breau, University of London, UK,
<i>‘A thought-provoking text that expertly weaves together a wide-range of practical ideas and theoretical concepts. A powerful demonstration of the manifold benefits that come from a considered approach to employability. A must-read for all of those involved with the management and leadership of contemporary law schools.’</i>
- Ryan Murphy, Swansea University, UK,
Bringing together a team of highly experienced legal educators, this book focuses on providing hands-on tips and advice for both new and seasoned teachers. Contributors present a diverse range of case studies, from small employability initiatives within law modules to authentic methods of teaching and assessment that mimic the workplace. Looking beyond employability solely in the legal sector, they explore how to support the development of students’ transferable skills and attributes. The book also highlights important developments in legal education such as including employability considerations in academic tutoring and targeting support towards underrepresented groups of students.
How to Include Employability in the Law School will prove an invaluable guide for legal educators seeking to enhance their teaching. It will also be an important resource for educational developers, providing practical examples of successful employability initiatives tailored to their educational context.