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The public understanding of law : the university and public engagement / Peter Smith (Sheffield Hallam University, UK).
- Format:
- Book
- Author/Creator:
- Smith, Peter, author.
- Series:
- Elgar Studies in Legal Education Series
- Elgar studies in legal education
- Language:
- English
- Subjects (All):
- Law--Study and teaching.
- Law.
- Physical Description:
- 1 online resource (242 pages).
- Edition:
- 1st ed.
- Place of Publication:
- Northampton : Edward Elgar, 2025.
- Summary:
- "This insightful book discusses how law schools engage with the public to expand the public's understanding of the law. It shows that effective engagement is achieved through recognising the university and the public as part of a shared community, working towards both individual and collective goals. Peter Smith explores the concept of public engagement and the methods employed by the law schools that partake in it. By examining the historical roles of universities and law schools, he develops a model of engagement, detailing the organisation, ideas, choices and values of these institutions. This unique book demonstrates that public engagement is a vital aspect of the work of law schools, and advocates for a relationship between these establishments and the public that values the expertise, experiences and requirements of both parties. Researchers and educators with an interest in legal education, pedagogy and law and society will greatly benefit from this innovative book. It will also be a crucial reference for those who are researching the role of universities in society and public engagement with higher education institutions"-- Provided by publisher.
- Contents:
- Contents: 1. Introduction to the public understanding of law
- 2. The history and roles of the university and law school
- 3. Engagement: History and meaning
- 4. The context and delivery of public engagement
- 5. Publics and the law
- 6. Understanding the law
- 7. Engagement in the law school
- 8. Models of engagement
- 9. Imaginaries of engagement
- 10. Looking back, looking ahead
- Index.
- Notes:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Description based on print record.
- Description based on publisher supplied metadata and other sources.
- ISBN:
- 1-03-534238-3
- OCLC:
- 1521328345
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