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Lesson 1: An Introduction to Tax
Using the IRAC Method and Bluebooking in Memos and Discussions | Videos
Please review and learn about the IRAC method and bluebooking for use in both your online discussions and your memos. Where applicable, students need to substantiate their thoughts or opinions in the online discussions in lieu of just a general opinion or thought without something to substantiate it. Below you will find references and sites that illustrate how to accomplish these two objectives.
IRAC Method
The IRAC method is the standard in the business world as far as discussions in memorandums and should be used as a basis for your online discussion. Read How to Brief a Case Using the "IRAC" Method and watch the following videos for details on this method.
Introduction to IRAC
How to IRAC a Law Case
Bluebooking
Bluebooking is the preferred method for citing memorandums and should also be used as a basis for your online discussions.
Bluebooking Series Part I An Introduction to the Basics
Bluebook Lesson 1 - 19th Edition