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America's Unwritten Constitution

Discover advanced constitutional interpretation methods and principles through expert analysis of America's foundational legal document.

Discover advanced constitutional interpretation methods and principles through expert analysis of America's foundational legal document.

This course, led by renowned constitutional scholar Professor Akhil Reed Amar, offers an in-depth exploration of America's unwritten Constitution. Students will learn advanced techniques for constitutional interpretation that go beyond the text while remaining faithful to it. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including historical context, implicit rights, precedent, iconic documents, gender equality, executive power, and the two-party system. Through 15 modules, learners will gain insights into how the Constitution has been shaped by societal changes, court decisions, and governmental practices. The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of constitutional interpretation, combining historical analysis with contemporary relevance.

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America's Unwritten Constitution

This course includes

16 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

2,435

What you'll learn

  • Analyze constitutional interpretation techniques beyond literal text

  • Understand the historical context and implicit meanings within the Constitution

  • Evaluate the role of precedent and case law in shaping constitutional understanding

  • Examine the influence of iconic documents on constitutional interpretation

  • Analyze the impact of women's suffrage on constitutional development

  • Understand the evolution of executive power and its constitutional implications

Skills you'll gain

constitutional interpretation
unwritten constitution
legal history
Supreme Court cases
civil rights
executive power
American government

This course includes:

13 Hours PreRecorded video

3 quizzes

Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop

FullTime access

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There are 15 modules in this course

This course provides a comprehensive examination of America's unwritten Constitution, led by Professor Akhil Reed Amar, a leading constitutional scholar. Students will explore advanced techniques for interpreting the U.S. Constitution beyond its literal text, while still remaining faithful to its principles. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including historical context, implicit rights, precedent, iconic documents, gender equality, executive power, and the two-party system. Through 15 modules, learners will gain insights into how the Constitution has been shaped by societal changes, court decisions, and governmental practices. The course aims to develop students' critical thinking skills in constitutional interpretation, combining historical analysis with contemporary relevance. By examining case law, historical documents, and political practices, students will gain a nuanced understanding of how the Constitution functions in modern America.

Introduction

Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete

Heeding the Deed

Module 2 · 46 Minutes to complete

Reading Between the Lines

Module 3 · 50 Minutes to complete

Hearing the People

Module 4 · 49 Minutes to complete

Confronting Modern Case Law

Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete

Putting Precedent in its Place

Module 6 · 49 Minutes to complete

Honoring the Icons

Module 7 · 1 Hours to complete

Remembering the Ladies

Module 8 · 48 Minutes to complete

Following Washington's Lead

Module 9 · 1 Hours to complete

Interpreting Government Practices

Module 10 · 53 Minutes to complete

Joining the Party

Module 11 · 1 Hours to complete

Doing the Right Thing

Module 12 · 50 Minutes to complete

Envisioning the Future

Module 13 · 1 Hours to complete

Bonus Content Archive

Module 14 · 1 Hours to complete

Conclusion

Module 15 · 27 Minutes to complete

Fee Structure

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Instructor

Akhil Reed Amar
Akhil Reed Amar

4.9 rating

35 Reviews

45,007 Students

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Sterling Professor of Law and Political Science

Akhil Reed Amar is Sterling Professor of Law and Political Science at Yale University, teaching constitutional law. He has won awards from the American Bar Association and Federalist Society and is frequently cited by Supreme Court Justices. Amar regularly testifies before Congress and has written for major publications like *The New York Times* and *The Washington Post*. He consulted for *The West Wing* and has appeared on shows like *The Colbert Report*. He is the author of several notable books, including *America’s Constitution: A Biography* and *America’s Unwritten Constitution*.

America's Unwritten Constitution

This course includes

16 Hours

Of Self-paced video lessons

Beginner Level

Completion Certificate

awarded on course completion

2,435

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4.8 course rating

267 ratings

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