Course Summary
Explore the written Constitution of the United States of America with this course. Learn about the history, principles, and legal interpretations of the Constitution through various case studies and lectures.Key Learning Points
- Understand the significance and importance of the written Constitution
- Analyze key concepts and principles such as federalism, separation of powers, and individual rights
- Examine landmark cases and legal interpretations of the Constitution
Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have
- Constitutional Lawyer
- USA: $115,000
- India: ₹1,140,000
- Spain: €46,000
- Policy Analyst
- USA: $64,000
- India: ₹725,000
- Spain: €30,000
- Government Relations Specialist
- USA: $78,000
- India: ₹1,200,000
- Spain: €35,000
Related Topics for further study
- Constitutional Law
- History of the United States
- Legal Interpretation
- Separation of Powers
- Individual Rights
Learning Outcomes
- Gain a deep understanding of the written Constitution of the United States
- Develop analytical skills to interpret key concepts and principles
- Be able to analyze landmark cases and legal interpretations of the Constitution
Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course
- Basic understanding of American history and government
- Willingness to engage in critical thinking and analysis
Course Difficulty Level
IntermediateCourse Format
- Video lectures
- Case studies
- Quizzes
- Discussion forums
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Related Education Paths
Notable People in This Field
- Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States
- Chief Justice of the United States (1801-1835)
Related Books
Description
An introduction to the main themes of the American Constitution—popular sovereignty, separation of powers, federalism, and rights.
Outline
- Welcome!
- Welcome!
- Course Introduction
- Pre-Course Survey
- Begin Here
- Meet the Instructor
- Grading and Logistics
- Bonus Material
- Suggested Readings
- The Constitution of the United States
- In the Beginning
- In the Beginning, Part 1
- In the Beginning, Part 2
- New Rules for a New World
- New Rules for a New World, Part 1
- New Rules for a New World, Part 2
- Congressional Powers
- Congressional Powers, Part 1
- Congressional Powers, Part 2
- America's First Officer
- America's First Officer, Part 1
- America's First Officer, Part 2
- Mastery Quiz 1
- Presidential Powers
- Presidential Powers, Part 1
- Presidential Powers, Part 2
- Judges and Juries
- Judges and Juries, Part 1
- Judges and Juries, Part 2
- States and Territories
- States and Territories, Part 1
- States and Territories, Part 2
- The Law of the Land
- The Law of the Land, Part 1
- The Law of the Land, Part 2
- Mastery Quiz 2
- Making Amends
- Making Amends, Part 1
- Making Amends, Part 2
- New Birth of Freedom
- A New Birth of Freedom, Part 1
- A New Birth of Freedom, Part 2
- Progressive Reforms
- Progressive Reforms, Part 1
- Progressive Reforms, Part 2
- Modern Moves
- Modern Moves, Part 1
- Modern Moves, Part 2
- Mastery Quiz 3
- Bonus Content Archive
- Conversation with Lucas Swineford
- Three Justices
- Mooc Court
- U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor Visits Yale
- Rare Books Department
- Q&A with Bradley
- Conclusion
- Farewell
- Conclusion
- Post- Course Survey
Summary of User Reviews
Discover the Written Constitution and learn about the foundation of the United States government. This course is highly praised for its engaging lectures and informative materials, and has received a high overall rating from its users.Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course
Many users thought the course was good for gaining a deeper understanding of the principles behind the US Constitution.Pros from User Reviews
- Engaging and informative lectures
- Well-structured course materials
- Great for gaining a deeper understanding of the US Constitution
Cons from User Reviews
- Some users found the course content to be too basic
- A few users experienced technical difficulties with the course platform
- Limited opportunities for interaction with other students
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An introduction to the main themes of the American Constitution—popular sovereignty, separation of powers, federalism, and rights. Welcome! Welcome! Course Introduction...
