CALI Lessons
The CALI Library of Lessons is a collection of over 700 interactive, computer-based lessons covering more than 32 legal education subject areas available to students at member law schools only. Provided by CALI, the Center for Computer-Assisted Legal Instruction, the lessons are written by law faculty and librarians, are regularly reviewed and revised, and are presented both online and on CD-ROM.
Access to CALI Lessons
Online
First-Time User?
- Get the "Authorization Code" (current L&C Law students only -- you'll be authenticated by your email username/password)
- Fill out a CALI Registration (you'll create your own password here)
- Go to CALI Lessons
Here's a CALI YouTube video showing you exactly how to register.
Already Registered?
- Direct Link to CALI Lessons
- Once there:
- Choose a legal subject area
- Choose a lesson
- Select a version to run
- FLASH recommended
Registered But Forgot Your CALI Password?
CALI-DVD (Windows/Mac/Linux)
The CALI lessons are also available on DVD. The CALI-DVD is distributed to all first-year students during their Legal Research courses, and are available to all upper-division and LL.M students. Just stop by the reference desk in the library and pick one up.
However, be sure to check here for new lessons released since the DVD was published. Only the lessons at cali.org will contain the latest updates.
More about the CALI Library of Lessons
The lessons are written by law faculty and librarians and are regularly reviewed and revised. The format of the individual lessons varies according to the educational objectives of the author. Some authors use the setting of a simulated trial to provide students with an opportunity to test their understanding of an area of law. Other lessons drill students through a series of questions requiring them to identify relevant issues and apply recently learned concepts. All provide a unique way to study the law and prepare for exams.
Need help with the CALI lessons? Check the CALI FAQ for answers to frequently asked questions about finding, using, and troubleshooting lessons. You can also contact the school's CALI administrator, Rob Truman, at rtruman@lclark.edu or (503) 768-6780.
