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Introduction to Key Constitutional Concepts and Supreme Court Cases
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 6 hours
  • Course by University of Pennsylvania
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This course offers an introduction to the U.S. Constitution and landmark Supreme Court cases interpreting it. It explores the Constitution’s origins, its amendment over the years, and methods of constitutional interpretation. Topics include the nature and structure of the federal government, the powers of the federal government, and individual rights.

Modules

Origin and Nature of the Constitution

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • Class 1: Why We Needed a Constitution
  • Class 2: Creating the Constitution
  • Class 3: Interpreting the Constitution

The Three Branches of Government

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Quiz on the Constitution and three branches of government

3 Videos

  • Class 4: Article I: Legislative Branch
  • Class 5: Article II: Executive Branch
  • Class 6: Article III: Judicial Branch

Amendments

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • Class 7: The Bill of Rights
  • Class 8: The Reconstruction Amendments
  • Class 9: The Progressive Amendments

The First Amendment

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Quiz on the amendments and First Amendment

3 Videos

  • Class 10: Freedom of Speech
  • Class 11: Free Exercise of Religion Clause
  • Class 12: Establishment Clause

Criminal Procedure

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • Class 13: The Fourth Amendment
  • Class 14: The Fifth Amendment - The Right to Remain Silent
  • Class 15: The Sixth Amendment - The Right to Counsel/Trial by Jury

Federalism and Nationalism

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Quiz on criminal procedure and federalism and nationalism

3 Videos

  • Class 16: The Second Amendment
  • Class 17: The Ninth and Tenth Amendments
  • Class 18: The Civil War and Reconstruction

The Fourteenth Amendment

    • 3 Videos
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3 Videos

  • Class 19: Equal Protection/What is Discrimination?
  • Class 20: Women’s Equality and Abortion
  • Class 21: Sexual Orientation

Modern Controversies

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Quiz on the Fourteenth Amendment and modern controversies

3 Videos

  • Class 22: War Powers
  • Class 23: Campaign Finance
  • Class 24: Health Care Reform

Auto Summary

Explore the U.S. Constitution and landmark Supreme Court cases with this foundational course. Dive into the Constitution's origins, amendments, and interpretation methods while understanding the federal government's structure, powers, and individual rights. Presented by Coursera, this 360-minute course offers both Starter and Professional subscription options, ideal for personal development enthusiasts seeking a comprehensive introduction to key constitutional concepts.

Professor Kermit Roosevelt, III
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Professor Kermit Roosevelt, III