APPLICATION OF THE HARVARD LAW SCHOOL (HLS) TEACHING AND LEARNING METHODS IN THE NIGERIA LEGAL EDUCATION SYSTEM

Abstract

Teaching methodology is a viable way of enhancing teaching and learning across all courses and subjects in the Nigeria higher educational system. The legal education being a unique of a kind in its content and ramifications requires a comprehensive method of teaching and learning to cope with current changes and challenges in the Nigerian cultural milieu, manifest in the curriculum of law itself and its delivery system. The aim of this work is to x-ray the Harvard Law School Teaching and Learning Method to see how it can be applied in the Nigeria Legal Educational System. The methodology of this work is doctrinal. The findings of this work are that the HLS is a comprehensive package of teaching and learning law and can be used effectively in Nigeria. It is recommended that more work be done in this HLS especially in law clinics and practicum of all the Law Faculties in Nigeria.