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Free Course
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XSIQ
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2-3 Hours
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Assessment
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Certification
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Academic - Secondary - Level 1
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50 Pts
Legal Studies - Laws and the Judicial System
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Description
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Outcome
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Certification
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This law course presents the learner with a basic introduction to the world of legal studies. The lessons explore the definition of law and the role it plays in society, the nuanced differences between civil and criminal law and how various laws evolve over time. The course is an ideal study-aid for law students or for those who wish to acquaint themselves with the fundamentals of legal systems.
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On completion of this course you will understand the different characteristics of law such as fairness, access, time, values, effectiveness, resolution of disputes and the mechanisms in the dispute resolution framework.You will know the different classifications of civil and criminal law. You will be able to identify who is responsible for changing the law and the reasons laws need to changed for an effective legal system. You will understand the roles of the judge, parliament and courts and the meaning of the doctrine of precedent. You will be more aware of the relationships between law-making bodies including their strengths and weaknesses.
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All Alison courses are free to study. To successfully complete a course you must score 80% or higher in each course assessments. Upon successful completion of a course, you can choose to make your achievement formal by purchasing an official Alison Diploma, Certificate or PDF.
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Modules List( 6 )
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Module
1 Characteristics of effective laws-
Characteristics of effective laws This free online course covers characteristics of effective laws such as the principle of access, and the element of fairness. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress.
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Fairness, Access, Time and Values
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Elements or Characteristics of Effectiveness
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The Element of Fairness
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The Principle of Access
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The Resolution of Disputes
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The Legal System
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Various Mechanisms in the Dispute Resolution Framework
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Mechanisms in the Dispute Resolution Framework
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2 Civil and criminal law-
Civil and criminal law This free online course is an introduction to civil and criminal law. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress.
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Classification of Laws
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3 How and why the law changes-
How and why the law changes This free online course discusses how and why the law changes and covers areas such as the courts and Parliament. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress.
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How the Law Changes: Introduction
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Parliament
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Delegated Bodies
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Courts
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Why the law changes: Introduction
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Social Developments
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Changing Technology
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Changing Values
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Methods used in changing the law
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Examples of Factors causing Changes in the Law
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Role of a Law Reform Body
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The Role of the Courts in Changing the Law
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4 How do judges make laws?-
How do judges make laws? This free online course is an introduction to how judges make laws and the role of courts in law making. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress.
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Role of Parliament and the Court
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The Doctrine of Precedent
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Interpretation of Past Decisions
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Role of Courts
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Reasons for the Interpretation of Legislation
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Effect of the Interpretation of Legislation
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5 Relationships between law-making bodies-
Relationships between law-making bodies This free online course reviews the relationships between law-making bodies such as the courts and Parliament. The Contents tab displays all the lessons and topics of the course. Each time you click the Contents tab, you will come to this page. A green tick indicates those lessons and topics you have completed, so you can easily see your progress.
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Parliament, Delegated Authorities and the Courts
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Similarities between Parliament and the Courts
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Differences between Parliament and the Courts
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Strengths of Law-making by Parliament
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Weaknesses of Law-making by Parliament
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Strengths of Law-making by Courts
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Weaknesses of Law-making by Courts
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Strengths and Advantages of Delegated Legislation
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Weaknesses/Disadvantages of Delegated Legislation
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Assessment
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Assessment
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Legal Studies 1 Assessment
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