New eLangdell® Press textbook ready for classroom adoption

Posted on June 3, 2025 by scottlee

We are excited to announce a new eLangdell® Press textbook “Legal Argumentation: Reasoning & Writing About the Law.” The textbook is suitable for a two- or three-semester introduction to legal analysis, reasoning, research, and writing. It covers theories underlying legal reasoning and analysis, contexts in which reasoning and analysis occur, and many common textual and oral genres, such as memos, briefs, letters, emails, contracts, and oral communication. The book’s appendices provide extensive supplemental information and examples, including writing resources, sample student work, and annotated documents.

Managing Editor:
Brian N. Larson (Texas A&M University School of Law)

Editors:
Krista Bordatto (Campbell Law School)
John Cook (University of Arkansas at Little Rock William H. Bowen School of Law)
Beverly Caro Duréus (Dedman School of Law at Southern Methodist University)
Joshua Aaron Jones (California Western School of Law)
Jessica A. Mahon Scoles (Western New England University School of Law)
Elizabeth Sherowski (University of Detroit Mercy School of Law)
Susan Tanner (Louis D. Brandeis School of Law University of Louisville)
Stephanie Rae Williams (Pepperdine Caruso School of Law)

About eLangdell®

CALI’s eLangdell® Press publishes free casebooks and book chapters authored and peer-reviewed by law professors. All are released with a Creative Commons license (CC CY-NC-SA) – free to adopt and modify without permission.

Over 30 publications covering 17 different legal subject areas
Compatible with all mobile devices and tablets
Print version available with no mark-up cost
Include cases, notes, questions, and teacher’s manuals
New books include interactive questions using H5P

Download a FREE copy to evaluate for yourself.

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The CALIcon Conference 2025 “Early Bird Price” Ends Friday. Register to now to save $$$$

Posted on May 28, 2025 by scottlee

Time Is Running Out! The CALIcon Conference 2025 Starts next Thursday.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of CALIcon 2025—Empower. Enlighten. Evolve. Whether you join us in person at the Georgia State University College of Law in Atlanta or participate virtually, this is your opportunity to connect with law faculty, librarians, technologists, and academic success professionals shaping the future of legal education. With dynamic sessions, enterprising sponsors, and engaging conversations, CALIcon offers actionable insights you won’t find anywhere else. Early bird pricing ends Friday, May 30—secure your spot now before rates go up! Register today and be part of the legal education conversation that matters.

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New CALI Lesson: “Limitation of UCC Remedies”– Ready to Assign via LessonLink

Posted on May 21, 2025 by scottlee

We are excited to announce a new CALI Lesson, “Limitation of UCC Remedies,” by Professor Scott J. Burnham, Curley Professor of Commercial Law Emeritus, at Gonzaga University School of Law.

Limitation of UCC Remedies

Many sellers do not disclaim warranties, but give a warranty with a limited remedy. This lesson explores the usual limitations of remedy and the statutory restrictions on them.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of the lesson, the student should be able to:

State the default rule for damages for breach of warranty.
Recognize when a seller has given a limited remedy.
Analyze whether a limited remedy has failed of its essential purpose.
Distinguish between disclaimer of consequential damages in a commercial case and in a consumer case.

What are CALI Lessons?

CALI Lessons are online, interactive legal tutorials on narrow topics of law. They are written by law faculty and law librarians and peer-reviewed by substantive law experts. The materials are rigorous, but short, taking 20-40 minutes to complete each lesson.

Over 1,300 CALI Lessons and more added every year
Coverage includes 40 different legal subject areas
Reinforces and supplements learning, offering both a review of material and an alternative way to learn it
Use lessons as written, edit existing lessons, or write your own new lessons

Learn more, click here.

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Join CALI at the 12th Annual AASE Conference

Posted on May 13, 2025 by scottlee

CALI is the innovative force pushing legal education toward change for the better.

Visit with us at the 12th Annual AASE Conference to check out the free and unlimited resources offered to our members.

Over 1300 interactive tutorials in 40 different legal subject areas that are peer review by law faculty
Free casebooks and supplements authored and reviewed by law faculty and downloadable in PDF, eBook and MS Word formats with built-in permission to edit and redistribute to your students
A formative assessment platform for legal education that can be used inside the classroom, in a flipped classroom setting, distance-learning or as supplemental study – your choice
Curated Law School Success lessons intended to support students in their development of critical-thinking skills and provide students with the meta-skills needed to succeed

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Announcing Sam Harden as the CALIcon Conference 2025 Keynote Speaker

Posted on May 1, 2025 by scottlee

I am excited to announce Sam Harden will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming CALIcon Conference 2025, held June 5-6, at the Georgia State University College of Law. Register now to save your seat to attend one of the longest-running legal education conferences.

Visit 2025.calicon.org for the conference details.

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Secure your spot at the CALIcon Conference 2025

Posted on April 22, 2025 by scottlee

Empower. Enlighten. Evolve. These three words define the essence of CALIcon 2025, one of the longest-running legal education conferences hosted by the Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction (CALI®). This year, the conference will take place June 5-6 at the Georgia State University College of Law in Atlanta, Georgia—and if you’re in legal education, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

For 35 years, CALIcon has been the go-to event for legal educators, law librarians, IT professionals, distance learning specialists, and administrators to explore cutting-edge technology and innovations in legal education. With over 300 attendees, this is a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and discover new ways to engage students using technology.

Why Attend in Person?

🔹 Unparalleled Networking – Engage in meaningful face-to-face discussions with peers and industry leaders, fostering collaborations beyond the conference.

🔹 Exclusive Access – Be among the first to explore innovative solutions and strategies to empower students, enlighten educators, and evolve legal education.

🔹 Immersive Experience – The energy of an in-person event fosters deeper learning and inspiration—something that virtual attendance can’t replicate.

Don’t Miss Out! Register Today

CALIcon 2025 is more than a conference—it is an experience designed to advance legal education. Join us in Atlanta, Georgia, on June 5-6, and participate in the movement shaping the future of law school classrooms.

Secure your spot now!

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CALIcon Conference 2025 Sponsorship Opportunities Available

Posted on March 27, 2025 by scottlee

Get involved directly with your market by sponsoring the premier conference in our industry. Bring focus to your brand and ensure your target audience becomes exposed to your products or services. Space is limited, so reserve your opportunity as soon as possible.

BENEFITS OF BEING A SPONSOR

High visibility in front of the industry’s leading decision-makers
Opportunity to introduce new products and services to a targeted and receptive audience
Targeted networking opportunities using various social media channels
Establish your company’s reputation as an industry thought leader
Year-long logo placement on the conference website

Sponsorships are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Interested in becoming a sponsor at the CALI Conference for Law School Computing®? Please get in touch with Scott Lee at scott@cali.org.

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Share Your Insights on Casebook Adoption – Brief Survey

Posted on March 4, 2025 by scottlee

At the Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction (CALI), we are committed to empowering students with the essential tools and resources to excel in law school and beyond. To better support faculty and students, we are conducting a brief survey on how law professors adopt casebooks for their courses.

The survey takes just a few minutes, and your feedback is invaluable in shaping future resources. Please complete by Friday, March 14, 2025.

Thank you for your time and dedication to legal education. We appreciate your participation!

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CALIcon Conference 2025 Registration is OPEN!

Posted on February 25, 2025 by scottlee

The CALI Conference for Law School Computing, also known as CALIcon, is a two-day event hosted annually by the Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction (CALI). It brings together law faculty, librarians, IT professionals, distance learning staff, and law school administrators to discuss the latest trends and innovations in legal education technology.
The conference provides a platform for attendees to:

Share ideas and best practices: Participants have the opportunity to learn from experts and peers about innovative approaches to using technology in the classroom.
Network with colleagues: The conference fosters connections among legal educators, allowing for collaboration and the exchange of ideas.
Explore new technologies: Attendees can discover emerging technologies and tools that can enhance the learning experience for law students.

CALIcon covers a wide range of topics, including:

AI in the classroom
Video technology
Online learning

To register: 2025.calicon.org

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Strengthen Student Learning & Track Progress with CALI LessonLink

Posted on February 19, 2025 by scottlee

Law faculty can gain powerful insights into student performance with CALI LessonLink. This feature allows you to assign CALI Lessons, QuizWright quizzes, and self-published lessons through a unique URL, enabling real-time tracking of student progress for formative assessment. With detailed analytics and grade reports, you can assess comprehension, identify knowledge gaps, and refine your teaching strategies. LessonLink makes it easy to monitor performance question-by-question, compare student results, and download reports for deeper analysis. Best of all, you can create unlimited LessonLinks each semester to keep data organized. Elevate your teaching with CALI LessonLink—an effortless way to integrate formative assessment into your law courses.

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