AALS Workshop for Pretenured Law School Teachers of Color: Q&A

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How do you establish credibility and authority when your race, gender, age, etc. may not comport with students’ stereotyped ideas of a “professor”? What are some effective approaches to managing discussions involving controversial issues? What are some effective strategies to introducing critical perspectives or the racial and social justice implications of legal doctrines? What are some effective strategies for managing challenging or difficult students? What are common pitfalls to avoid?