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The benefits & challenges of running an international placement module A Case Study : Law in Practice International Anna Deans & Chris Riley Department.

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1 The benefits & challenges of running an international placement module A Case Study : Law in Practice International Anna Deans & Chris Riley Department of Law & Criminology

2 Introduction Wider Context Clinical Legal Education Increase greater opportunities for internationalisation (in line with University International Agenda) Employability (University Employability Statement)

3 How the Placement Module is Structured Operates as a Level 6 Elective Public and Private Institutions Sourcing Placements Student Selection Process

4 Operation of Placement Three Way Relationship (student/tutor/supervisor) Attendance Induction Workshops Placement Visits Assessment

5 Who Benefits & How? STUDENTS Transferable skills Emotional Intelligence Reflection Theory/Practice Nexus Ethics Professionalism Appreciation of a Different Legal Jurisdiction Understanding of the Workplace - assists with transition from University to employment Cultural Awareness Developing students' global perspective

6 Who Benefits & How? THE FACULTY Relationships with external stakeholders Build clinical profile Cross curricular impact Links with tertiary sector(volunteer/community)

7 Who Benefits & How? LEGAL SERVICE PROVIDERS Links with the Faculty Pro Bono Activity Recruitment Free Workers Informs current legal education Develops partners international awareness

8 Challenges of Placements & How to Overcome Them Sourcing Cost Sustainability Supervision (Distance) Overwhelming students Assessment Quality Assurance - uniformity of experience Reflection

9 Challenges of Placement & How to Overcome Them Placement Supervisors/Tutors Confidentiality Calibre of Students Preparation for placement

10 Conclusion Any Questions?


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