Is ELR an online program?
Yes! The ELR program is now a fully online program. Students may complete each course on their own timeline.
What does it cost to take ELR classes?
Nothing! Classes are free to all TTU law students.
Who teaches these classes?
All classes are taught by Law Library Faculty who have law degrees as well as graduate degrees in library and information science.
When are classes are offered?
Currently, eleven courses are offered continuously and may be completed at any time. Beginning Spring 2025, all ELR classes will become continuously available, leaving all eighteen classes open at all times.
How do I register for classes?
You can register for classes through the ELR course page in Blackboard, where you can also view all courses available, add classes, see which classes you have registered for, and view a transcript of the classes you have completed. Students are not added to the ELR course page in Blackboard automatically. You must register here to be added to the ELR course page.
What are the requirements for completing the Program?
To meet the requirements of the ELR Program, you must successfully complete six required classes and at least four elective classes. Each class consists of a combination of lecture, demonstration, and skills assessment. In order to earn credit for each class, you must satisfactorily complete all portions. Satisfactory completion of the final assessment requires a grade of 85% or higher.
What are the individual class expectations and requirements?
Lectures in 20-minute segments and in-class exercises are meant to provide students with a chance to practice their skills and are followed by a summative assessment to solidify the materials taught and ensure retention.
ELR courses are designed using the latest research in cognitive science to include activities intended to help students retain their research skills for the long term, across all three years of law school and into practice.
Do I receive grades for these classes?
Yes, students must receive a grade of 85% or higher on the summative assessment to receive credit for the class.
If you receive less than a grade of 85%, you may meet with Professor Arrington to review the concepts you may have had difficulty with. After this meeting, a second assessment will be given to allow a second chance to achieve credit by obtaining a grade of 85% or higher.
Who can take these classes?
2Ls and 3Ls may take classes at any time. 1Ls may take classes beginning in the spring semester but are not permitted to take classes during the fall semester.