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Module objectives and learning outcomes
In this module we cover the basic principles of family law. Owing to the
fact that the module is pitched at first-year level, it has been structured to
suit the unique educational needs of students still new to this field. The
purpose of this module is to teach you the basic principles of family law
and to equip you with the necessary knowledge, skills, attitudes and
competencies to analyse and solve the most basic and common family-law
problems. If you follow the study guide (which contains instructions on
how to study the module) properly, work through all the activities in the
study guide and answer all the questions at the end of each study unit you
ought to have all the skills (set out below in the learning outcomes) that
we require of you. This module also serves as excellent background should
you later enrol for the module in Advanced Family Law (LPL407±E) which
is an elective and which is presented at an advanced level.
The learning outcomes for this module are the following:
. Recognising the role of family law in everyday life
After you have mastered this module, you should firstly be able to
recognise the role of family law in everyday life. This requires an
understanding of the most pressing and prevalent issues relating to
family law that occur within the South African context. You should be
able to demonstrate your ability to identify issues related to family law
in real or simulated scenarios. In addition, you should be able to
interpret and analyse current family-law issues.
. Thinking critically and analytically within a contextual framework
In the second place, you should have a clear understanding of family
law in a variety of contexts. You will therefore have to demonstrate
your ability to interpret and explain family-law problems in different
contexts, provide an unbiased and balanced perspective on these
problems, consider different points of view and critically evaluate them
in terms of your knowledge of family law.
. Solving family-law problems
In the third place, you should be able to use appropriate methods and
skills to apply your basic knowledge of family law in a variety of
contexts. In order to do this, you will have to demonstrate your ability
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Ð find the relevant sources and authorities in the prescribed tutorial
matter to help you solve family-law problems
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