美國法導論(英文授課)

Course Description: This online course is designed to introduce students to the key principles of American law and is a survey of the first-year J.D. curriculum at U.S. law schools. The course focuses on basic foundational subjects: constitutional law, civil procedure, contracts, torts, property, criminal law, and legal ethics, each in separate topics. Course Objectives: At the conclusion of the course, you will be able to do the following: 1. Evaluate and understand the purposes and key elements of various sources of law in the United States (constitutional, statutory, regulatory, and case law); 2. Evaluate and understand legal authority structures, identify legal issues, and assess source credibility and accuracy; 3. Apply U.S. legal materials to problems related to U.S. constitutional and common law; 4. Use sound methods of legal research relating to U.S. law; 5. Evaluate, orally and in writing, complex U.S. legal issues; and 6. Engage with faculty and fellow students in the case method of instruction.

Technical Requirements: You will need the following in order to participate in this course: • Computer; • Reliable Internet connection; • Computer microphone; • Some way to communicate by video (e.g., using a webcam, or a smart phone); and • A compatible web browser. Class Participation: You should be logging onto the e3 platform at least three times a week (if not every day) to view assignments, presentations, contribute to discussions, read posting of others, etc. Activities and assignments will be posted in advance providing ample time for completion. Please plan your schedules accordingly.

Miscellaneous: Copying or recording synchronous classes and asynchronous course materials without the express prior approval of the instructor is prohibited. The instructor reserves the right to revise or adjust this course syllabus to best accommodate the pace and needs of the students.

Assignments, Quizzes, and Final Examination: The final examination of 84 multiple-choice questions will count for 42% of your final grade. It will be open book, meaning that you can use your notes, outlines, and anything else that you have printed. We will be using the e3 platform for the final examination. The remaining 58% of your final grade will be based on seven multiple choice quizzes, seven discussion posts, and one assignment related to course orientation. Overview of Activities and Grading: Assignment Percentage of Final Grade Due Date Email to Professor Shope using the e3 platform 2 28 February 2021, 11:59 pm Discussion (Practice of Law) 2 7 March 2021, 11:59 pm Quiz (Practice of Law) 6 7 March 2021, 11:59 pm Discussion (U.S. Constitution) 2 21 March 2021, 11:59 pm Quiz (U.S. Constitution) 6 21 March 2021, 11:59 pm Discussion (Property) 2 4 April 2021, 11:59 pm Quiz (Property) 6 4 April 2021, 11:59 pm Discussion (Contracts) 2 18 April 2021, 11:59 pm Quiz (Contracts) 6 18 April 2021, 11:59 pm Discussion (Civil Procedure) 2 2 May 2021, 11:59 pm Quiz (Civil Procedure) 6 2 May 2021, 11:59 pm Discussion (Torts) 2 16 May 2021, 11:59 pm Quiz (Torts) 6 16 May 2021, 11:59 pm Discussion (Criminal Law and Procedure) 2 30 May 2021, 11:59 pm Quiz (Criminal Law and Procedure) 6 30 May 2021, 11:59 pm Final Exam 42 4 June 2021, 11:59 pm Total 100

Required Text: To be announced Other cases and articles will be distributed in class.

時間

Virtual Office Hours: My virtual office hours are online and by appointment only. Please email me if you would like to meet with me online. We will be using Google Meet.

聯絡方式

markshope@nctu.edu.tw