International Law

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Abstract:: In this course, the student will learn fundamental principles of international law and examine the historical development of these laws. The first half will define international law, identify its foundations, and review its historical development. The student will examine one of the most central debates of international law: how these laws are enforced -- or, in many cases, not enforced. The inherent conflicts of international law with national sovereignty, domestic politics, and balance of power will also be reviewed. This course will explore specific topics within international law, such as the laws of war, the laws of the sea, international human rights, international crimes, environmental law, protection of intellectual property, and international trade. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to: explain how international law has developed over time; discuss the difficulties in enforcement of international law; identify issues that international law seeks to resolve; demonstrate an understanding of how power and politics influence the formation, application, and enforcement of international law; assess the effectiveness of international law in resolving transnational disputes. (Political Science 412)

Languages:: English
Material Type:: Assessments, Audio Lectures, Full Course, Lecture Notes, Readings, Syllabi, Video Lectures
Media Format:: Audio, Text/HTML, Downloadable docs, Video

Conditions of Use:: Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 3.0
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Copyright Holder:: The Saylor Foundation

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