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Cross-border road transport in EU law context

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Course Summary

This course covers the legal framework of the European Union's transport policies, including regulations and directives related to air, road, rail, and maritime transport.

Key Learning Points

Understand the legal framework of EU transport policies
Learn about regulations and directives related to air, road, rail, and maritime transport
Explore the role of the EU in shaping transport policies

Learning Outcomes

Understand the legal framework of EU transport policies and regulations
Analyze and evaluate the impact of EU transport policies on transportation systems
Develop an understanding of the role of the EU in shaping transportation policies

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic knowledge of the European Union and its institutions
Familiarity with transportation systems and policies

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Self-paced
Online

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Description

Have you ever wondered which legal rules are applicable to cross-border EU road transport? Are you interested in the issues revolving around EU employment law in the international road transport sector? Then, on behalf of the University of Antwerp, Erasmus University Rotterdam, University of Gdańsk, University of Luxembourg and Tilburg University, we would like to welcome you to this MOOC on Cross-border Road Transport in EU law context. This MOOC is a part of the Erasmus + Project funded by the European Commission. In this MOOC, you will not only learn what the current legal framework is, but also, how it is applied in the road transport sector.

After participating in this MOOC, you will be able to: 1. Describe the basics of the process of European integration, in the light of the affirmation of the four fundamental freedoms of the EU, European framework on private international law, the posting of workers, social security coordination and social dialogue. 2. Understand the interplay between Treaty provisions and secondary sources in the relevant fields. 3. Understand the frictions between the rationales underneath the legal provisions that govern EU social policy and labour law. 4. Analyse the most relevant case law of the European Court of Justice with an impact on the rights of international road transport workers. 5. Familiarise with official documents of the EU institutions and with academic and other relevant literature in this field. 6. Use, where relevant, the implementation of EU rules by Member States. 7. Solve cases dealing with the implementation of the applicable legal provisions. We are offering you knowledge clips, memoranda that contain in-depth legal information on the different key topics, recommended readings and case law. Next to that after each module, you could test your acquired knowledge by taking a multiple choice test. In the end of this course, you will be able to apply everything you have learned in a practical manner by solving our sample guide case that resembles a real life scenario which challenges you to deal with everyday's problems faced in the cross-border road transport by practitioners in the field. By participating in this MOOC, you will find answers to the following questions: 1. Which of the four fundamental freedoms is applicable? 2. Which court has jurisdiction over a labour dispute and which law governs the cross-border employment relation? 3. How to apply and enforce the rules stemming from the Posting of Workers Directive? 4. Which social security system is applicable and which social security institution is competent to levy the social security contributions? 5. What is the role of social partners in the cross-border road transport? In the end it all makes SENSE! So let's go down this road together. Buckle up!

Outline

Introduction to the course and the topic
Welcome students!
A day in the life of a truckdriver...
Welcome to the SENSE MOOC!
Meet the SENSE team
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EU fundamental freedoms in the light of cross-border road transport
Introduction to the course and to the module
State of the art and legal context
Content and limits
The scope of application of the fundamental freedoms
General principles
Applicability and enforcement of fundamental freedoms in the road transport sector
Disclaimer
Meet the teacher
Download Chapter 2
Recommended readings
Case law
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Graded multiple choice questions on fundamental freedoms

Private international law in the EU: competency and applicable law
Introduction lecture on competence of the court
Applicability of the Brussels Regulation
General principles of the Brussels Regulation
Claim brought by the employee against the employer
Claim brought by the employer against the employee
Introduction lecture to applicable law
Applicability of the Rome I Regulation
The system of the Rome I Regulation
Article 8 of the Rome I Regulation
Article 9 of the Rome I Regulation
Disclaimer
Meet the teachers
Download Chapter 3
Recommended readings
Case law
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Graded multiple choice questions on private international law

Posting of workers
Introduction to posting of workers
Posting as a political issue and the aims of the PWD
Material scope of the PWD
Personal scope of the PWD
Enforcement Directive and the revised PWD
Applicability and enforcement of the PWD in the road transport sector
Disclaimer
Meet the teacher
Download Chapter 4
Recommended readings
Case law
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Graded multiple choice questions on the posting of workers

Social security coordination
Introduction and general overview
Applicable legal instruments
Applicability of the EU social security coordination regulation
General principles of EU social security coordination
Determination of the applicable social security legislation
Special rules on posting of workers
Pursuit of activities in two or more Member States
Abuse and fraud
Control measures
The international transport sector
Disclaimer
Meet the teachers
Download Chapter 5
Recommended readings
Case law
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Graded multiple choice questions on EU social security coordination

European social dialogue
Introduction to social dialogue
Disclaimer
Meet the teachers
Download Chapter 6
Recommended readings
Corresponding reading material

Final assignment: the SENSE sample case
The sample case

Summary of User Reviews

The Transport and EU Law course on Coursera received positive reviews from users. The course covers various aspects of transportation laws in Europe and is highly recommended by many. Students appreciated the practical examples and the comprehensive approach of the course.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Practical examples provided in the course

Pros from User Reviews

Comprehensive coverage of transportation laws in Europe
Easy to follow lectures and course materials
Practical examples provided to enhance understanding
Engaging and knowledgeable instructors
Opportunity to interact with other students from different parts of the world

Cons from User Reviews

Limited time for completing assignments
Some students found the course challenging
Not suitable for those looking for a basic overview of transportation laws
Course may be too technical for some learners
No live sessions with instructors

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