TEACHING THE EUROPEAN UNION LAW AND RELATED DISCIPLINES IN GEORGIA: THE APPLIED TEACHING METHODS AND ANTICIPATED LEARNING OUTCOMES

Abstract

The article overviews the innovative teaching methods used at the Institute for European  Studies of Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, as well as the targeted skills and learning outcomes, while  teaching the European Union law and other related disciplines by the author (International Investment Law and European Union; Correlation of Public International Law and European Union Law; International Dispute Settlement in the European Union, and etc.). It is argued that the contemporary educational system shall not limit itself with traditional teaching approaches and it shall give due regard to the realities of the  21st century in order to equip its graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge. On the other hand, article also maintains that many contemporary teaching methods have in its cores the centuries-old traditions, by making references to the legacies of the greatest educators of all time. Author further reflects on her personal experiences and challenges in teaching the European Union law in Georgia, considering that Georgia is not a member state of the European Union yet. In this regard, the author shares her thoughts on finding balance between teaching the European Union law based on the classic legal  textbooks and teaching it in the  way, which would  be useful for Georgian students to benefit from  the  acquired knowledge and skills in their future careers.