COMO ESTUDAR LEGISLAÇÃO

Summary

In this video, the speaker offers a comprehensive guide on how to study legal texts effectively, using the Lei Anticorrupção (Law 12.846/2013) as an example. The process involves mapping out the law’s structure by identifying titles, chapters, and articles, followed by summarizing key content. The speaker emphasizes the importance of creating a clear study map, taking notes during classes, and revisiting key articles after the lecture. The method includes tracking frequently tested articles through practice questions to optimize exam preparation. This systematic approach ensures thorough understanding and retention of legal material.

Takeaways

• 😀 Begin by reading through the entire legal text to understand its structure and divisions (titles, chapters, articles).
• 😀 Legal texts are divided into titles, chapters, sections, articles, and subsections, which need to be mapped for easier navigation and understanding.
• 😀 The first step in studying any law is to organize the content by its major components, such as chapters and articles.
• 😀 Once the law is mapped out, identify and highlight the key sections and articles that are most important for your study or exams.
• 😀 Don't abbreviate key terms in your initial mapping—write out full descriptions to familiarize yourself with the law's structure.
• 😀 During your lecture or study session, focus on articles the instructor highlights as critical to understanding the law.
• 😀 After the lecture, return to the articles, re-read them, and make summaries to reinforce the material.
• 😀 Create a question list based on the law’s articles to practice applying the knowledge and discover which sections are tested most frequently.
• 😀 Mark important articles with annotations (e.g., asterisks or stars) to track key concepts that are likely to be tested.
• 😀 Use the law's structure, as well as a mental or physical map, to quickly locate important sections while studying or taking an exam.
• 😀 The process is iterative: as you summarize, revisit, and reinforce your understanding of the law, you solidify your knowledge for exams.

Q & A

What is the main purpose of mapping a law when studying it?

The purpose of mapping a law is to organize and structure it into manageable sections, making it easier to study and understand. This process helps you break down the law's articles, chapters, and titles, allowing you to focus on the most important elements for exam preparation.

What are the basic structural components of a law that should be understood when studying it?

When studying a law, you should understand that it is typically divided into titles, chapters, articles, paragraphs, incisos (Roman numerals), and alíneas (subsections). Some laws may also include books that contain multiple chapters and articles.

How should you begin studying a law according to the transcript?

You should begin by 'foliar' (browsing) the law, looking through its structure. Identify the titles and chapters, and map out which articles belong to each chapter. This initial step helps you get an overview of the law.

What should be included in the mapping of a law?

The mapping of a law should include the law's title, the chapters, and articles. For each chapter, you should note the article numbers and write a brief summary of what each article addresses. This helps in organizing the law in a more digestible way.

Why is it important to summarize key articles while studying a law?

Summarizing key articles helps reinforce understanding and retention. By focusing on the most important articles, particularly those highlighted by a professor, you can ensure that you're prepared for exams and able to recall critical information quickly.

What role does the professor's input play in studying a law?

The professor’s input is crucial because they highlight the most important articles that are likely to appear in exams. After completing the initial mapping, listening to the professor’s guidance on key articles will help you prioritize your study.

How should you approach studying a law with a large number of articles, like the Civil Code?

For laws with a large number of articles, such as the Civil Code, it's best to break it down by chapters and summarize the articles within each chapter. You can create a more detailed map for each chapter, noting the article numbers and their key points to make it easier to study.

What are the benefits of creating a mental map or guide while studying a law?

Creating a mental map helps you visualize the structure of the law and remember which articles are important. It serves as a quick reference guide for revisiting key concepts, ensuring that you focus on the most relevant parts of the law during your studies.

How does reviewing past questions help in studying legislation?

Reviewing past questions helps you identify which articles are frequently tested in exams. By marking these articles, you can focus your study on the topics that are most likely to appear in future exams, improving your chances of success.

What should you do after completing the mapping and attending the class?

After completing the mapping and attending the class, you should revisit the articles, especially the key ones pointed out by the professor. Summarize them in your own words, and then practice with past exam questions to reinforce your understanding and highlight any gaps in your knowledge.