General Legal English

Module- 1
Functional Grammar: Patterns and Usage

Lecture- 1

Topic

Introduction to the Syllabus and Evaluation

Introduction to Course Content:

Module 1: Functional Grammar: Patterns and Usage

Module 2: Composition, Writing and Comprehension of Texts

Module 3: Presentation Skills

Module 4: Legal English

Course Objectives:

The objective of this course is to develop the student’s capability to write and
speak in English correctly. The student should be well versed with legal
terminologies.

Student Learning Outcomes:

To easily comprehend legal texts

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To develop communication and presentation skills

To be adept in grammatical and syntactical formation of sentences

To improve vocabulary

To be conversant with legal terminology

Pedagogy for course delivery: The class will be taught using theory and
case-based methods. Different activities like skits, role plays, grammatical
exercises will be employed for practical demonstration and understanding of
the subject.

Assessment Examination Scheme:

Theory L/T Lab/Practical/Studio

(%) (%)

100% NA

Theory Assessment (L&T):

Continuous

Assessment/Internal Assessment

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Components Mid- Project Viva Attendance End Term
Term Examination
Exam (70%)
Weightage 10% 10% 5% 5% 70%
(%)