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The language of the law vs. the language of the computer: a bilingual model of legal education in the age of technology and artificial intelligence.

Authors :
Cinar, Ali Ekber
Source :
Law, Innovation & Technology. Dec2024, Vol. 16 Issue 2, p558-598. 41p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The traditional legal education does not equip students with the necessary skills to address the challenges presented by technological advancement and artificial intelligence. Moreover, current attempts to address these challenges fall short of achieving their desired objectives. I argue that the only viable solution to this issue is for law schools to transition from being monolingual to bilingual. At present, law schools are monolingual in the sense that they solely teach 'the language of the law.' This language is inherently ambiguous and vague, has a multivalent relationship with truth, and requires a particular way of thinking – 'thinking like a lawyer.' To effectively address the challenges presented by technology and survive in the age of artificial intelligence, it is imperative for law schools to become bilingual and incorporate the teaching of 'the language of the computer.' In contrast to the language of the law, the language of the computer is clear and precise, has a bivalent relationship with truth, and requires a different way of thinking – 'thinking like a computer.' To ensure their survival, law schools must swiftly integrate the language of the computer into their curriculum to pioneer the algorithmic evolution of law within the legal field. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
17579961
Volume :
16
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Law, Innovation & Technology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
180951036
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/17579961.2024.2392938