1. How to structure an answer
Judicial Creativity
How to structure an answer

2. Lesson Objectives
To understand how to structure a critical evaluation question, with the focus on judicial creativity. Looking specifically at:
Knowledge (Grade E/D)
Analysis (Grade C/B)
Application (Grade C/B)
Evaluation (Grade A/A*)

3. Exam Q
Critically analyse the extent to which judges are able to display creativity in the operation of judicial precedent and the interpretation of statutory rules.
(30 marks + 5 marks for AO3)
So, what is this question asking us to do?
(Think about the learning objectives)

4. Exam Q How can judges show creativity in precedent? (KNOWLEDGE)
Examples of where judges show creativity in precedent (APPLICATION)
How can judges show creativity in SI? (KNOWLEDGE)
Examples of where judges show creativity in SI (APPLICATION)
Analysis of judicial creativity (ANALYSIS)
Evaluation of creativity (EVALUATION)

5. Knowledge
When talking about knowledge, what is the question asking us to do?

6. Knowledge
State what we know in relation to the question on a fact based level
Explain why these facts are relevant

7. Knowledge
Look at my highlighted example
Now it’s your turn

8. Application
When talking about application, what is the question asking us to do?

9. Application
Take your knowledge, and demonstrate it through real life examples
Take a thought or opinion, and support it with evidence

10. Application
Look at my highlighted example
Now it’s your turn

11. Analysis
When talking about analysis, what is the question asking us to do?

12. Analysis Look at the reasons behind an argument
Offer advantages and disadvantages of a particular theory
Explain the impact of a particular point (link back to application)
Support with evidence

13. Analysis
Look at my highlighted example
Now it’s your turn

14. Evaluation
When talking about evaluation, what is the question asking us to do?

15. Evaluation Offer a reasoned conclusion
Take everything you have talked about so far, sum it up and offer a supported opinion
Link back to the original question and make sure you have answered it
Explain why you have come to a particular decision

16. Evaluation
Look at my highlighted example
Now it’s your turn

17. Exam Q
Critically analyse the extent to which judges are able to display creativity in the operation of judicial precedent and the interpretation of statutory rules.