Learner Reviews & Feedback for An Introduction to American Law by University of Pennsylvania
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RS
Jan 23, 2026
It was very insightful. All the modules helped me learn more about the law in America. The professors/educators did a great job covering the fundamentals for someone with no exposure to US law.
AT
Apr 10, 2020
A great first step on understanding the basic principles of American Law, providing an insight into impact on the systems we encounter on a daily basis and how these systems have developed over time.
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By Kojo D
•Jan 13, 2018
The course content was excellent. In addition, the Professors are well-versed in their areas of expertise. Thank you.
By Shao S
•Jan 20, 2016
Great course to have a grasp of some key American legal concepts as manifested in a handful of important legal areas.
By william w
•Apr 13, 2021
give me a general understanding of American Law and its legal system. Encourage me to learn more about American law.
By Christina O
•Jun 20, 2020
An efficient and enjoyable way to learn new material. I took it for fun and learned a lot through engaging lectures.
By Bharat A
•May 24, 2020
Excellent Course to get the feel of US Law, which will help you understand certain actions taken by people at large.
By Susan F
•Apr 10, 2020
Excellent course and very good tests. I didn't feel like the class was a marketing piece for the University at all.
By Amanda P
•Jan 28, 2025
Really easy to follow lectures with plenty of concrete examples. Supplemental reading is helpful, but not required.
By David M
•Nov 26, 2023
Informative and Interesting Overview. Excellent presentation; one of the best courses I have completed on Coursera.
By Germán E G
•Aug 14, 2020
I´m a Lawyer in my country and the course provided me with a wide view of the differential concepts of American Law
By Ava A
•Aug 8, 2020
Incredibly informative and includes plenty of real-world examples of how these principles of American Law are used.
By Roxalana J
•Apr 7, 2020
It was a very efficient course, gave a great background for various subjects of law and was quite easy to complete.
By Thomas K
•Sep 5, 2019
A refreshing and stimulating introductory glimpse into the legal system of the world's oldest continuous democracy!
By Maksim D
•Nov 18, 2015
Very easy to follow and organized. Also a plus to have different instructors teaching their individual specialties.
By Serena F
•Dec 8, 2020
Gives the student a good basic understanding on these important subjects. The instructions were clear and concise.
By Julia H
•Aug 5, 2020
All professors were wonderful but Anita Allen was especially wonderful. I learned so much. This course is amazing!
By Phillip B
•Jun 24, 2020
I enjoyed taking this very informative and enlightening course of study and would recommend this course to others.
By Boris d J N T
•Nov 16, 2024
Excelente Curso Introductorio sobre el Derecho Estadounidense. Muy Buena Explicacion por parte de los Profesores.
By Yakup S
•Mar 14, 2018
This course is really informative with videos and reading materials. Thanks for everyone who prepare this course.
By John G
•Dec 31, 2020
Engaging tutors, quality teaching material. As someone from England II found the Constitutional Law fascinating
By Rick O
•May 11, 2020
Enjoyed the thorough overview of American Law. Now motivated to learn more about various US legal institutions.
By Victoria T G
•May 1, 2020
Well tought and organized, loved the easy articulation of all explanations. Cannot wait to take another course!
By haitham r
•Nov 13, 2018
AN ESSENTIAL COMPONENT TO STUDY, REVIEW AND COMPARE THE LEGISLATIVE SYSTEM OF AN ADVANCED POST-INDUSTRY COUNTRY.
By Giancarlo C
•Jun 27, 2017
Gives you a clear but insightful notion of what American Law is, and how it is different to other legal systems.
By Mark A U
•Jan 11, 2016
awesome course for introductory to American law, I would recommend this course to any one interest in American l
By James R
•Aug 5, 2016
Very good course in introducing law aspiring students to the realm of the criminal justice. Highly recommended.