Criminal Law & Justice Courses and Certifications

Wondrium

Who Was Jack the Ripper - Crime in Victorian England

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Explore the infamous Jack the Ripper case through early forensic techniques, victim profiles, and media sensationalism. Gain insights into Victorian-era crime investigation and the birth of modern forensic science.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Forgiveness, a Path to Redemption

Explore forgiveness as a powerful tool for personal redemption and societal healing through the inspiring story of Yusef Salaam, wrongly convicted in the Central Park Jogger case.

• YouTube
• 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

TED

The Problem with Eyewitness Testimony

Explore how human memory can create false eyewitness accounts in criminal cases, challenging our understanding of perception and recall in high-stakes situations.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

TED

The Deadly Genius of Drug Cartels

Uncover the sophisticated brand management behind Mexican drug cartels and how we're all complicit in their violence. Challenges conventional wisdom on cartel operations and their global impact.

• YouTube
• 18 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

TED

What Happened When We Tested Thousands of Abandoned Rape Kits in Detroit

Prosecutor Kym Worthy discusses the discovery of untested rape kits in Detroit and her innovative program to track, test, and seek justice for victims, calling for a national effort to address this issue.

• YouTube
• 19 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

IT'S HISTORY

Why ADX Florence is Totally Forbidden

Explore the secrets of ADX Florence, America's most secure prison, housing terrorists, cartel leaders, and serial killers. Uncover its history, notorious inmates, psychological impacts of isolation, and why this facility remains shrouded in mystery.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

What Can We Learn from the Past? - Addiction Treatment Course

Explore historical cycles of substance use disorders, examining alcohol and opioid policies from ancient times to modern crises to understand how past mistakes inform evidence-based treatment.

• YouTube
• 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Brain and the Law - How Neuroscience Will Shift Blameworthiness

Explore how neuroscience challenges criminal justice assumptions, examining brain equality, incarceration effectiveness, and rehabilitation technologies. Insights into unconscious behavior drivers and future-focused legal approaches.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 22 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

TED

A Juror's Reflections on the Death Penalty

Powerful personal account of a juror's journey from supporting to questioning the death penalty, exploring moral complexities and societal impact of capital punishment.

• YouTube
• 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

World Science Festival

Brains on Trial - Neuroscience and Law

Explore the intersection of neuroscience and law as experts debate the use of brain scanning technology in courtrooms, its implications for criminal justice, and ethical considerations.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 35 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

World Science Festival

The Science of Justice - Fudged Forensics & Faulty Witnesses

Experts explore flaws in criminal justice, including unreliable eyewitnesses, false confessions, and forensic science limitations, challenging assumptions about the system's impartiality and accuracy.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 10 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

Wondrium

The True Story of the Tylenol Murders

Explore the chilling Tylenol murders that led to tamper-proof medicine packaging. Uncover the investigation's twists, from initial suspects to an unexpected Unabomber connection in this forensic history lecture.

• YouTube
• 30 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Royal Institution

How Do Crime Labs Translate Forensic Evidence into Proof? - With Beth Bechky

Exploring forensic science's role in criminal investigations and courtrooms, detailing the challenges scientists face in delivering unbiased evidence under pressure.

• YouTube
• 57 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

How Neurotechnology Could Endanger Human Rights

Exploring the ethical implications of neurotechnology on human rights, this talk examines potential misuse in criminal justice, workplace surveillance, and data privacy, advocating for updated legal protections.

• YouTube
• 14 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk

World Science Festival

Outsourcing Humanity - Do Algorithms Make Better Decisions Than People?

Explore the impact of AI decision-making in healthcare, policy, and ethics. Leading researchers discuss the benefits, challenges, and ethical implications of algorithmic decision-making in various fields.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Conference Talk