Week 6 Discussion 1&2 - Understanding of Human Rights, the Rule of Law

WK6 Understanding of Human Rights, the Rule of Law, and International Justice - Final Thoughts on the Capstone Project

Discussion 1 - Week 6

Understanding of Human Rights, the Rule of Law, and International Justice

Throughout the course you have gained a great deal of information about human rights, the rule of law, and international justice. You have looked at each concept from various perspectives. Think back now to your understanding of human rights, the rule of law, and international justice as you began the course. Your understanding was likely shaped by images and stories of human rights issues in the news media or by your own perceptions of the concepts. As you near the end of the course, it may be helpful for you to reflect on how your understanding of human rights, the rule of law, and international justice has grown and evolved.

To prepare for this Discussion:

Review Chapter 14 in the course text Universal Human Rights in Theory and Practice. Think about various humanitarian issues highlighted in the readings. Consider how the reading further expands your understanding of human rights, the rule of law, and international justice.

Revisit your response to the Week 1 Discussion. Consider your initial understanding of human rights, the rule of law, and international justice at the beginning of this course.

Reflect on how your understanding of human rights, the rule of law, and international justice has evolved throughout the course.

With these thoughts in mind:

Post an explanation of how you’re understanding of human rights, the rule of law, and international justice have evolved since Week 1. Share one insight you gained about human rights. Be specific.

Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources.

Discussion 2 - Week 6

Final Thoughts on the Capstone Project

Completing a Capstone Project is a challenge for most undergraduate students. The final week of the course is an appropriate time to reflect on some of the challenges you encountered. Think about how you overcame each challenge to successfully complete your project. As you share this information with your colleagues you are likely to find that you were not the only one to encounter challenges. This final exchange of thoughts and reflection provides a chance to interact with your colleagues and reflect on your academic and personal growth.

To prepare for this Discussion:

Reflect on challenges you encountered when developing your Capstone Project.

Think about strategies you used to overcome the challenges.

With these thoughts in mind:

Post a description of two challenges you encountered when developing your Capstone Project. Then explain at least two strategies you used to overcome those challenges.

Be sure to support your postings and responses with specific references to the Learning Resources.