Minority and Indigenous Rights in Practice 3700-ISSC-MIRP-MON
The protection of Minorities, Indigenous communities, as well as cultural and linguistic diversity, is one of the most serious challenges of the present day. Many instruments of national and international law seek to respond to these needs. However, reports monitoring the implementation of those regulations demonstrate that we still have a lot to improve in this area.
During the course, students will explore the most important aspects of the legal protection of Minorities and Indigenous communities, with particular emphasis on language rights and their influence on education, political representation, recognition of traditional knowledge, and environmental protection.
As a result, participants will be able to consciously evaluate and participate in activities to improve the situation of Minority and Indigenous groups.
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Type of course
Learning outcomes
The student will understand the importance, opportunities and challenges of protecting Minority and Indigenous rights (K_W01)
The student will understand how legal instruments protect cultural diversity and heritage (K_W04)
The student will understand the interdisciplinary nature of protecting Minority and Indigenous rights (K_W06)
The students will present the results of their individual research on specific Minority or Indigenous groups (K_U01, K_U04, K_U06)
The student will be ready to engage in a wide range of activities aimed at protecting Minority and Indigenous communities (K_K02)
Assessment criteria
Final essay / presentation about protecting Indigenous or Minority groups.