Using the IRAC Method in Case Law - Issues, Rules, Application, and Conclusion
This class will instruct learners on how to apply this method of problem-solving to real legal cases. This method can also be applied to other areas of their life where problems need solving. This class will teach critical thinking.
Pamela (she/her)
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(90)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
Please take USD$1 off your first class with coupon code LLBSHCX7BD1 If students just wish to learn the IRAC method, then they only need to attend one class. However, I will be dissecting a different case for every single class, therefore students will learn new information every time they attend, and using this method on many cases will allow them to practice critical thinking on a myriad of different situations, thereby cementing this skill and technique in their mental toolbox more with every class they attend in order to practice this method. If you would like to meet me first, before committing to a class, please visit my "Office Hours" class for USD$1: 12 and under: https://outschool.com/classes/office-hours-for-current-future-learners-enrolled-in-classes-with-pamela-7-12y-n4RWvPd2#ustAYO53Uy 13 to 18: https://outschool.com/classes/office-hours-for-current-future-learners-enrolled-in-classes-with-pamela-teen-pQU4TJrD#ustAYO53Uy The IRAC method is the standard of legal writing, structured to communicate logical reasoning in a precise fashion. The key to such precise communication is to give the audience an efficient and effective argument by presenting all pertinent facts, applicable rules, and the logical framework of that argument. If all of these elements are provided, the logical conclusion should be self-evident. An IRAC provides such a self-evident conclusion by leading the reader through the logical analysis of an argument: highlighting the legal Issues at hand, presenting the applicable legal Rules, Applying those rules to the pertinent facts at hand; and finally, yielding the logical Conclusion of the argument in question. Learners will be encouraged to contribute their thoughts regarding what the issues are, and how to apply the rules once I demonstrate where to find them, and finally we will come to the conclusion together as a class. I always teach the class, even if there is only one learner enrolled, so please do not worry about the cancellation of my classes if you should receive an automated email from Outschool stating that the class might be canceled if enrolment is too low. When applicable, I may screen share slides from Google Slides.
Learning Goals
Students will learn critical thinking and problem-solving skills, along with the IRAC method itself which is a staple in law school and practice. This method can also be applied to almost any subject of assignment or essay where an argument is required to be presented.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
When applicable, I may screen share slides from Google Slides and media from YouTube.
Learners are not required to access anything outside of Outschool's website during this lesson.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Relevant and age-appropriate cases from all jurisdictions across the globe will be utilised in this class, including but not limited to:
Case Law:
- Murphyores Inc Pty Ltd v Commonwealth (1976) 136 CLR 1
- Davis v Commonwealth (1988) 166 CLR 79
- Kable v Director of Public Prosecutions (NSW) (1996) 189 CLR 51
- Plaintiff M68/2015 v Minister for Immigration and Border Protection (2016) 257 CLR 42
- Minister for Home Affairs v Benbrika [2021] HCA 4
- Byrne v Australian Airlines Ltd (1995) 185 CLR 410
- Frew v Australian Airlines Ltd
- Con-Stan Industries of Australia Pty Ltd v Norwich Winterthur Insurance Pty Ltd
- Codelfa Construction Pty Ltd v State Rail Authority of New South Wales (1982) 149 CLR 337
- Re Ronim Pty Ltd [1989] 2 Qd R 172
- BP Refinery (Westernport) Pty Ltd v HastingsShire Council (1977) 180 CLR 266
- The Moorcock (1889) 14 PD 64
- Shirlaw v Southern Foundries (1926) Ltd [1939] 2 KB 206
- Ansett Transport Industries v Commonwealth (1977) 139 CLR 54
- Davis Contractors Ltd v Fareham Urban District Council [1956] AC 696
- Ertel Bieber and Co v Rio Tinto Co Ltd [1918] AC 260
- Metropolitan Water Board v Dick Kerr and Co Ltd [1918] AC 119
- Embiricos v Sydney Reid and Co [1914] 3 KB 45
- Bank Line Ltd v Arthur Capel and Co [1919] AC 435
- National Carriers Ltd v Panalpina (Northern) Ltd [1981] AC 675
Joined June, 2022
4.8
90reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a lawyer in Australia, and I have homeschooled my own children for the past 8 years and will continue to do so for at least another 17 years (my youngest child is 1y as of 2022).
I have degrees, post-graduate, and professional qualifications in the following:
- Law - Bachelor of Laws, Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice, Admission as a Lawyer;
- TESOL - I have completed 8 out of 8 units towards the 150-hour qualification. When I receive my official professional certificate from Arizona State University I will update this here;
- Criminology;
- I.T. Security;
- Applied Linguistics;
- Investigative Services;
- Security, Terrorism and Counterterrorism.
I have also completed the following short courses which are relevant to the classes I teach here:
- How Forensic Science should speak to the Court;
- Introduction to Key Constitutional Concepts and Supreme Court Cases (USA);
- An Introduction to American Law (USA);
- English Common Law: Structure and Principles (UK);
- Economic Growth and Distributive Justice;
- Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries;
- Reason and Persuasion: Thinking Through Three Dialogues By Plato;
- Technology and Ethics;
- ADHD: Everyday Strategies for Elementary Students;
- The Clinical Psychology of Children and Young People;
- Everyday Parenting: The ABCs of Child Rearing;
- A Brief History of Humankind.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$9
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
2-6 learners per class
