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Magna Carta and its Legacies: Freedom and Protest
Explore Magna Carta's historical impact and modern relevance in this comprehensive course on freedom and protest.
Course Cost
₹ 2,699
Beginner
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9 Hours
Self-paced lessons
This course offers an in-depth exploration of Magna Carta, its historical significance, and its enduring legacy in shaping concepts of freedom and protest. Led by expert instructors from the University of London, students will examine Magna Carta's role from its inception in 1215 through to its modern-day interpretations. The curriculum covers key topics such as the document's origins, its reinvention during the Tudor and Stuart periods, its influence on the American Revolution, and its global impact on constitution-making. Through a blend of video lectures, readings, and interactive assignments, learners will gain a critical understanding of how Magna Carta has been interpreted and applied across centuries. The course also delves into themes of commemoration and memorialization, encouraging students to consider how historical events are remembered and represented. By the end, participants will have a nuanced perspective on Magna Carta's place in history and its continuing relevance to contemporary debates on rights and freedoms.
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What you'll learn
Understand the historical context and significance of Magna Carta in 1215
Trace the evolution of Magna Carta's interpretation from the 13th to the 21st century
Analyze the role of Magna Carta in shaping concepts of liberty and common law
Examine the influence of Magna Carta on the American Revolution and constitution-making
Explore the global legacy of Magna Carta in debates on human rights and civil liberties
Critically assess the commemoration and memorialization of Magna Carta
Evaluate the relevance of Magna Carta to contemporary political and legal issues
Develop skills in historical analysis, interpretation of primary sources, and critical thinking
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There are 6 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive examination of Magna Carta, tracing its evolution from a 13th-century peace treaty to a global symbol of freedom and human rights. Through six modules, students explore the document's creation, its reinterpretation during key historical periods, and its lasting impact on modern constitutional thought. The curriculum covers the role of Magna Carta in shaping parliamentary democracy, its influence on the American Revolution, and its significance in global constitution-making. Learners will engage with primary sources, analyze historical debates, and consider how Magna Carta has been commemorated and memorialized. The course also addresses contemporary interpretations and critiques of Magna Carta, encouraging students to think critically about its relevance to current issues of freedom, protest, and human rights. By combining historical analysis with reflections on public history and memorialization, the course offers a multifaceted understanding of one of the most influential documents in world history.
Week One Magna Carta, Parliament and the Law 1215-1300
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
Week Two The Reinvention of Magna Carta, 1508-1642
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
Week Three Magna Carta: Civil War to Revolution, 1642-1776
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Week Four Magna Carta and the wider world: Constitution Making
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
Week Five Commemoration and Memorialisation
Module 5 · 2 Hours to complete
Week Six Magna Carta: a History of an Argument c.1800-2015
Module 6 · 1 Hours to complete
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