This course provides an in-depth examination of the process and procedure of hearsay rules and exceptions in the context of criminal cases. Participants will learn the skills to introduce potential hearsay evidence, anticipate objections, and address those objections; they should also learn to object to hearsay evidence and address responses to objections. This course provides an intellectual foundation and introduces a set of learning skills essential for success in the legal profession and for life beyond. The course will provide opportunities for careful reading, for creative and critical thinking, for oral and written communication, and for engaging with others in a shared conversation about stimulating material.