Methodological Issues in Legal Communication Research: What Can Trial Simulations Tell Us?.

Miller, Gerald R.; And Others

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Publication Date: 1983-Mar

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Methodological Issues in Legal Communication Research: What Can Trial Simulations Tell Us?

Miller, Gerald R.; And Others

Communication Monographs, v50 n1 p33-46 Mar 1983

Discusses three aspects of trial simulations used to study juror responses: (1) individuals used as jurors, especially college students; (2) the amount of information provided for jurors; and (3) the presence or absence of jury deliberation. Suggests three methodological caveats for legal communication research employing trial simulations. (PD)

Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, College Students, Communication Research, Court Litigation, Criminal Law, Higher Education, Legal Problems, Literature Reviews, Research Methodology, Simulation, Videotape Recordings

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