Monthly Subscription Starting at AED 99 + VAT

Privacy in the USA
  • Level Professional
  • Duration 9 hours
  • Course by EIT Digital
  • Offered by

About

After having followed Privacy in the Western world you have become acquainted with the overall global legal system and the origins of privacy as a concept as well as privacy as a (human) right. This course deals with the American legal system to protect privacy. In the USA privacy is protected through different legal concepts. Constitutional protection through the 4th Amendment plays a crucial role in protecting the US citizen against unjust governmental intrusion. As part of a myriad of consumer protection laws (e.g. health, financial) personal data is also protected. And last but not least there are a number of specific laws dealing with the (privacy) protection of all sorts of communications, such as mobile telephony, e-mail, online searches, etc. The course deals with the main legal concepts in such a way that the learner will, after having successfully completed the course, be able to follow the legal developments in the USA. We hope you enjoy the course!

Modules

Introduction

    • 1 Videos
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Introduction

Why Privacy Matters in the USA

    • 1 Videos
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Why privacy matters: Privacy issues in the USA

Introduction

    • 1 Videos
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Introduction and Franklin

Bill of Rights

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Bill of Rights

1 Readings

  • US Constitution

Warren and Brandeis

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Warren & Brandeis

1 Readings

  • The Birth of Privacy Law: A Century Since Warren and Brandeis and Early History of Privacy

Kennedy and FED ID, Westin, Privacy Act

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Kennedy

2 Readings

  • The National Data Center and the Federal Information Network: A Paradox
  • Statistical Déjà Vu: The National Data Center

Origins: more consumer protection laws than human rights

    • 1 Videos
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Origins

Practice quiz

    • 1 Assignment
Show info about module content

1 Assignment

  • Practice quiz

Introduction

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Legal introduction

1 Readings

  • Declaration of Independence

Constitution

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Constitution

1 Readings

  • Dissenting opinion Brandeis

Consumer Protection Laws

    • 1 Videos
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Consumer protection laws

Telecommunication and ISP Laws

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • ISP laws

2 Readings

  • The Invention of the Right to Privacy
  • The Right to Privacy

Practice quiz

    • 1 Assignment
Show info about module content

1 Assignment

  • Practice quiz

4th Amendment: Elements

    • 1 Videos
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • 4th Amendment

Reasonable expectation of privacy?

    • 1 Videos
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Reasonable expectation of privacy

Third Party Principle

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Consent and Third Party Principle

1 Readings

  • Twitter Order

Automobile exception

    • 1 Videos
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Automobile exception

Content / non-content distinction

    • 1 Videos
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Content & non-Content

Public / private distinction

    • 1 Videos
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Public and private

Practice quiz

    • 1 Assignment
Show info about module content

1 Assignment

  • Practice quiz

General

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • General

3 Readings

  • Privacy Online
  • Lindsey Barret's Model(ing) Privacy: Empirical Approaches to Privacy Law & Governance
  • The Effects of Timing and Placement of Online Privacy Indicators

Privacy as an economic good: tradeable

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Privacy as economic good

1 Readings

  • The Economics of Personal Data and the Economics of Privacy

Consumer Protection elements

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Consumer protection elements

2 Readings

  • Cavoukian's 7 foundational principles
  • Privacy Enforcement Action

Notice and Choice

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Notice and Choice

2 Readings

  • Cranor's Notice and Choice
  • Reidenberg et al's Notice and Choice

Practice quiz

    • 1 Assignment
Show info about module content

1 Assignment

  • Practice quiz

Correspondance

    • 1 Videos
    • 7 Readings
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Correspondance

7 Readings

  • Carpenter Slip (opinion Supreme Court)
  • Katz versus United States
  • Olmstead versus United States
  • A RIGHT TO REASONABLE INFERENCES: RE-THINKING DATA PROTECTION LAW IN THE AGE OF BIG DATA AND AI
  • THE ANTITRUST CASE AGAINST FACEBOOK
  • German and U.S. Telecommunications Privacy Law: Legal Regulation of Domestic Law Enforcement Surveillance
  • Extraterritoriality Data Protection (White Paper)

FISA, FISC, ECPA and SCA

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • FISA, FISC & SCA

1 Readings

  • A users guide to SCA

PATRIOT Act

    • 1 Videos
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • PATRIOT

FREEDOM Act

    • 1 Videos
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • FREEDOM

CLOUD Act

    • 1 Videos
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • CLOUD

Special: Privacy Shield Framework

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
Show info about module content

1 Videos

  • Privacy Shield

1 Readings

  • Schrems I & II

Practice quiz

    • 1 Assignment
Show info about module content

1 Assignment

  • Practice quiz

Final quiz

    • 1 Assignment
Show info about module content

1 Assignment

  • Final Examination

Auto Summary

Dive deep into the intricacies of American privacy law with our comprehensive course, "Privacy in the USA." This course is an excellent next step for those who have completed "Privacy in the Western World" and are looking to expand their knowledge within the specific context of the United States. Guided by the expertise of Coursera, this professional-level course offers an in-depth exploration of the legal protections surrounding privacy in the U.S. You will start with the foundational 4th Amendment, which shields citizens from unwarranted government intrusions, and then move on to examine various consumer protection laws that cover critical areas such as health and finance. Additionally, the course delves into specific legislation that secures the privacy of communications across different mediums, including mobile phones, emails, and online searches. Over a duration of 540 minutes, you will gain invaluable insights and be equipped to stay current with the evolving landscape of American privacy laws. Flexible subscription options, including Starter and Professional tiers, make it easy to find a plan that suits your learning needs. Ideal for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of privacy protections in the USA, this course promises to enhance your expertise and keep you informed about ongoing legal developments. Take the next step in your personal development journey. Enroll today!

Jan Smits
Instructor

Jan Smits