Discussing Constitutional Philosophies
A 5-part course with Peter Holm
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The past 220+ years have shown a whirlwind of change to the United States of America since the Constitution was ratified in 1788. New ideals took root in the United States never before employed on such a large scale anywhere else in the world. The... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 16 min
- Lessons 5
- Attachments 16
- Exercises 25
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10 CQ
5 Lessons in This Course
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3 minFREEPhilosophy lesson 1Free2 CQ
Explore the philosophies behind the Constitution and why the founders wanted to establish functions and limits of the government to protect the people.
with Peter HolmExplore the philosophies behind the Constitution and why the founders wanted to establish functions and limits of the government to protect the people.
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3 minPhilosophy lesson 22 CQ
Explore the historical impact of constitutional philosopher John Locke on the shape of federal government and the people's rights in the United States.
with Peter HolmExplore the historical impact of constitutional philosopher John Locke on the shape of federal government and the people's rights in the United States.
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3 minPhilosophy lesson 32 CQ
Learn about Montesquieu's influence on the structure of the government in the U.S., and question how the modern era highlights a need for separation.
with Peter HolmLearn about Montesquieu's influence on the structure of the government in the U.S., and question how the modern era highlights a need for separation.
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3 minPolitical Science lesson 42 CQ
Examine how we use the terms legal and constitutional, and understand how the supremacy clause affects the Constitution and our behavior.
with Peter HolmExamine how we use the terms legal and constitutional, and understand how the supremacy clause affects the Constitution and our behavior.
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3 minPolitical Science lesson 52 CQ
Gain an understanding of the difference between the authority behind an executive order decreed by the president and legislation passed by Congress.
with Peter HolmGain an understanding of the difference between the authority behind an executive order decreed by the president and legislation passed by Congress.
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824 min8-part Political Science course16 CQ
If you enjoy discussing opinions about the U.S. Constitution, and whether democracies are better than republics, this course from The Mal Partisan Project is great food for thought.
with Peter HolmIf you enjoy discussing opinions about the U.S. Constitution, and whether democracies are better than republics, this course from The Mal Partisan Project is great food for thought.
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413 min4-part Political Science course8 CQ
Mal Partisan discusses important historical mileposts in the development of our country's governing systems, and poses questions about the role of the state as a powerful entity.
with Peter HolmMal Partisan discusses important historical mileposts in the development of our country's governing systems, and poses questions about the role of the state as a powerful entity.
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515 min5-part Political Science course10 CQ
In this thought-provoking course with Mal Partisan, discover the founders' intention behind the legislative, executive and judicial branches, and how checks, balances, and gridlock protect the people.
with Peter HolmIn this thought-provoking course with Mal Partisan, discover the founders' intention behind the legislative, executive and judicial branches, and how checks, balances, and gridlock protect the people.
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413 min4-part Political Science course8 CQ
Learn why Americans are citizens not subjects. Discover the relationship between government & the people. Study voting privileges, & review considerations to take when selecting an elected official.
with Peter HolmLearn why Americans are citizens not subjects. Discover the relationship between government & the people. Study voting privileges, & review considerations to take when selecting an elected official.
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723 min7-part Political Science course14 CQ
Learn how our country's founders developed laws based on historical examples and trusted philosophies, and discover how the Bill of Rights makes our legislation about civil rights more comprehensive.
with Peter HolmLearn how our country's founders developed laws based on historical examples and trusted philosophies, and discover how the Bill of Rights makes our legislation about civil rights more comprehensive.
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69532 minFREE69-part Political Science courseFree302 CQ
In this extensive international relations course, gain real insight into the forces, structures, and ideas that influence how nations strategize to survive and prosper in the realm of global politics.
with William SpanielIn this extensive international relations course, gain real insight into the forces, structures, and ideas that influence how nations strategize to survive and prosper in the realm of global politics.
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525 min5-part Political Science course15 CQ
This course provides an overview of the U.S. census, how Congressional seats are apportioned, the redistricting process within states, as well as how and why gerrymandering occurs.
with Citizen GeniusThis course provides an overview of the U.S. census, how Congressional seats are apportioned, the redistricting process within states, as well as how and why gerrymandering occurs.
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442 min4-part Political Science course23 CQ
The United States may have a messy political system, but it is based on the vision of the founding fathers and a commitment to Federalism. Learn all about Federalism in this political science course!
with Keith HughesThe United States may have a messy political system, but it is based on the vision of the founding fathers and a commitment to Federalism. Learn all about Federalism in this political science course!
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1299 min12-part Political Science course57 CQ
In this course, learn about the globalized world and how society, politics, law, culture, and more are impacted. Plus review how to measure globalization, and discover the future of globalization.
with University of ShedIn this course, learn about the globalized world and how society, politics, law, culture, and more are impacted. Plus review how to measure globalization, and discover the future of globalization.
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1195 min11-part Political Science course53 CQ
For several thousand years, humans have been guided by different political and social structures. In this course, learn about tribes, empires, and nations and how they continue to exist even now.
with Arthur JacksonFor several thousand years, humans have been guided by different political and social structures. In this course, learn about tribes, empires, and nations and how they continue to exist even now.
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1264 min12-part Philosophy course38 CQ
Philosophy is one of the oldest disciplines in existence and is the vessel for discussions about miracles, gods, and religion - among other things. Over the course of 12 lessons, learn about the history, types and notable characters of the study of philosophy. Plato Footnote delves into the science of philosophy, the philosophy of science, and how separate science and philosophy really are. Learn basics like “what is philosophy?” (literally the ‘love of wisdom’) to subjects like neuroethics, metaphysics, and reductionism.
with Plato FootnotePhilosophy is one of the oldest disciplines in existence and is the vessel for discussions about miracles, gods, and religion - among other things. Over the course of 12 lessons, learn about the history, types and notable characters of the study of philosophy. Plato Footnote delves into the science of philosophy, the philosophy of science, and how separate science and philosophy really are. Learn basics like “what is philosophy?” (literally the ‘love of wisdom’) to subjects like neuroethics, metaphysics, and reductionism.
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354 min3-part Philosophy course29 CQ
Do humans have purpose before they exist? In this philosophy course, learn why Jean-Paul Sartre rejects essence before existence with a detailed look at his essay, "Existentialism Is a Humanism."
with Gregory SadlerDo humans have purpose before they exist? In this philosophy course, learn why Jean-Paul Sartre rejects essence before existence with a detailed look at his essay, "Existentialism Is a Humanism."
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516 min5-part Philosophy course10 CQ
Discover the philosophical foundations of U.S. government, including the history of John Locke, Montesquieu's influence, the difference between executive order and law, and unconstitutional actions.
with Peter HolmDiscover the philosophical foundations of U.S. government, including the history of John Locke, Montesquieu's influence, the difference between executive order and law, and unconstitutional actions.
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452 min4-part Literature course27 CQ
In this course on the intersection of philosophy and literature, examine a classic of Existentialist lit: Jean-Paul Sartre's classic short story, "The Wall."
with Gregory SadlerIn this course on the intersection of philosophy and literature, examine a classic of Existentialist lit: Jean-Paul Sartre's classic short story, "The Wall."
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7100 min7-part Philosophy course54 CQ
In Plato's dialogue, The Meno, Socrates and Meno discuss the nature of moral virtue, recollection, and who (if anyone) can teach virtue. Discover this key philosophy text in this course!
with Gregory SadlerIn Plato's dialogue, The Meno, Socrates and Meno discuss the nature of moral virtue, recollection, and who (if anyone) can teach virtue. Discover this key philosophy text in this course!
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433 min4-part US History course19 CQ
In this course, Mr. Striplin presents fun history lessons on the first presidents of the United States—Washington, Adams, Jefferson, and Madison— and shows how they shaped America as a nation.
In this course, Mr. Striplin presents fun history lessons on the first presidents of the United States—Washington, Adams, Jefferson, and Madison— and shows how they shaped America as a nation.
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442 min4-part Political Science course23 CQ
The United States may have a messy political system, but it is based on the vision of the founding fathers and a commitment to Federalism. Learn all about Federalism in this political science course!
with Keith HughesThe United States may have a messy political system, but it is based on the vision of the founding fathers and a commitment to Federalism. Learn all about Federalism in this political science course!
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824 min8-part Political Science course16 CQ
If you enjoy discussing opinions about the U.S. Constitution, and whether democracies are better than republics, this course from The Mal Partisan Project is great food for thought.
with Peter HolmIf you enjoy discussing opinions about the U.S. Constitution, and whether democracies are better than republics, this course from The Mal Partisan Project is great food for thought.
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1156 min11-part US History course33 CQ
As students of American history know, the historical American experience dates back to the 16th century. In this history course, discuss everything from colonization to the Spanish-American war!
with Hendrik GodbersenAs students of American history know, the historical American experience dates back to the 16th century. In this history course, discuss everything from colonization to the Spanish-American war!
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947 min9-part US History course27 CQ
What events shaped the history of the United States in the 20th century? Including lessons on everything from the McCarthy Era to the Watergate scandal, gain insight into this period in U.S. history.
with Hendrik GodbersenWhat events shaped the history of the United States in the 20th century? Including lessons on everything from the McCarthy Era to the Watergate scandal, gain insight into this period in U.S. history.