Institute for Law Teaching and Learning Summer Conference

The Institute for Law Teaching and Learning Summer Conference is an annual event dedicated to enhancing the quality of legal education. Organized by the Institute for Law Teaching and Learning, the conference brings together law educators to discuss and develop effective teaching strategies that address current challenges in legal education.

The 2026 conference, themed "Back to Basics: Timeless Principles and New Possibilities in Law Teaching," will focus on reaffirming foundational pedagogical practices while exploring innovative approaches to meet the demands of new bar exams and advancements in artificial intelligence. Key topics will include core principles of effective pedagogy, integrating technology while maintaining pedagogical integrity, engaging diverse learning styles, fostering critical thinking, and best practices for formative assessment and feedback.

Attendees can expect a variety of sessions, including 60-minute workshop presentations that model effective teaching methods through active engagement. Additionally, the conference will feature a scholarly works-in-progress session, providing a collaborative environment for scholars to receive feedback on their research related to legal education.

This conference is ideal for law educators seeking to enhance their teaching methodologies, stay informed about current trends in legal education, and engage with a community dedicated to improving the quality of law teaching and learning.