Free Speech Courses and Certifications

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Speak Freely, Think Critically: The Free Speech Balance Act

24 reviews

Discover how to navigate free speech challenges in the digital age, master difficult conversations, and bridge divides using neuroscience-backed negotiation techniques.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Paid Course

TED

The Arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov and Its Implications for Tech Oversight and Free Speech

Eli Pariser discusses Pavel Durov's arrest, exploring implications for tech oversight and free speech. This live conversation delves into the future of digital platforms and online democracy.

• YouTube
• 52 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

TED

Let's Get Real About Free Speech

Explore the critical importance of free speech as attorney Greg Lukianoff warns against "mob censorship" and explains why freedom of speech remains our most powerful check on authority.

• YouTube
• 12 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Campus Free Speech

Explore Cass Sunstein's defense of free speech in universities as democratic arsenals, arguing against viewpoint discrimination and speech restrictions in this thought-provoking Hayek Lecture.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 14 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Wondrium

The Birth of Free Speech

Explore the evolution of free speech in the U.S., from the First Amendment to World War I challenges, and learn about key legal cases and historical events that shaped this fundamental right.

• YouTube
• 35 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Showdown: Free Speech and the Internet

Explore the complex interplay between Section 230, free speech, and social media platforms in the context of the 2020 election and beyond, examining censorship, First Amendment rights, and platform responsibilities.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

The Role of Free Speech and Creative Expression in Democracy

1 review

Exploring creative expression's role in democracy through art-driven discussions on free speech, civic engagement, and collective values. Artists and policymakers foster inclusive dialogue.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Bugcrowd

Reducing the Cost of Free Speech - The Law and You

Explore legal strategies to protect free speech and reduce associated costs with insights from EFF's Nate Cardozo. Learn about rights, risks, and practical approaches for digital activists and security researchers.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Why We Should Resist Hate with Free Speech, Not Censorship

Explores the importance of free speech in combating hate, arguing against censorship and for better ways to address divisive discourse while protecting civil liberties.

• YouTube
• 50 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Free Speech in the Age of Social Media

Explore the complexities of free speech regulation by private tech companies in the digital era, examining its impact on democracy and the challenges of balancing protection and moderation.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 2 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

The Power of Speech - Debating Free Speech Limits in Modern America

Explore the complexities of free speech in modern society, examining hate speech, campus controversies, and the balance between regulation and freedom in the digital age.

• YouTube
• 46 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Free Speech - And Why You Should Give a Damn

Explore the history and importance of free speech in America, its challenges, and why defending it is crucial for self-governance, even in the face of offensive or frightening ideas.

• YouTube
• 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Privacy, Property, and Free Speech: Law and the Constitution

30 ratings at The Great Courses Plus

Explore legal challenges in balancing individual rights, business interests, and law enforcement in the digital age. Gain insights on privacy, property, and free speech from a legal expert.

• The Great Courses Plus
• 12 hours 17 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Trial Available

The Aspen Institute

Academic Freedom, Safe Spaces, Dissent, and Dignity - The Fight Over Free Expression on Campus

Explores the tension between free speech and sensitivity on college campuses, examining the balance of intellectual discourse, student activism, and respect for diverse perspectives.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 31 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

The Aspen Institute

Deplatforming Trump - The Facebook Oversight Board Decision and Its Implications

Experts discuss the Facebook Oversight Board's decision to uphold Trump's account suspension, exploring its implications for social media, free speech, and platform governance.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video