Free Speech Courses and Certifications

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
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

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
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Gresham College

Banned Books and Freedom of Expression

Explore the history of literary censorship, arguments for free expression, and why writers push boundaries in this lecture by Rachel Potter examining banned books in the UK and the impact of technology on free speech.

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

Academic Freedom vs. Free Speech - Distinctions and Complexities

Explores the distinction between academic freedom and free speech, examining complex scenarios where professors' extramural speech intersects with First Amendment protections and academic freedoms.

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

Black Hat

The Battle for Free Speech on the Internet

Explore the challenges and strategies for preserving online freedom of speech, examining the impact of censorship and the role of tech companies in protecting lawful content.

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

The Aspen Institute

Clash of Values: Free Speech, Inclusion, and Safe Spaces on College Campuses

Explore the tension between free speech and inclusion on college campuses, examining how universities balance diverse perspectives with safe spaces and the challenges of fostering open dialogue in higher education.

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

The Aspen Institute

Racial Hate Speech and the First Amendment - Balancing Free Speech and Social Responsibility

Explore the complex intersection of hate speech, free speech, and social media, examining potential solutions and limitations in addressing racial disparagement.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 8 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Power of Protest - Safeguarding Free Speech Through Collective Action

Exploring protest movements as guardians of free speech, illustrating their vital role in shaping discourse and dissent in contemporary society through collective action.

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

Chemerinsky on Constitutional Law – Individual Rights and Liberties

85 ratings at Coursera

Explore the evolution of U.S. constitutional interpretation, focusing on individual rights, liberties, and equal protection. Gain insights into key cases, jurisprudence shifts, and the impact of cultural and political climates on constitutional law.

• Coursera
• 18 hours 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Utrecht University

Human Rights for Open Societies

629 ratings at Coursera

Explore the European Convention on Human Rights, its principles, and application in democratic societies. Learn about rights protection, non-discrimination, and freedom of expression in open societies.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Teaching Impacts of Technology: Global Society

Explore technology's impact on global communication, daily life, and security. Learn about VPNs, IoT, self-driving cars, cybersecurity, and bitcoin. Gain insights for teaching these concepts effectively.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The Aspen Institute

What to Take Down, What to Leave Up, and Why - Content Moderation Online

10 ratings

Exploring the complex balance between free speech and content moderation online, examining legal and ethical implications for social networks and society at large.

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

The Politics of Skepticism

41 ratings at Coursera

Explore skepticism's historical and political impact, from ancient Greece to modern times. Examine its influence on religion, natural law, conservatism, and freedom of expression, while developing critical thinking skills.

• Coursera
• 16 hours 29 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Tu as une opinion? Dessine-la! - L'art de la caricature et du dessin de presse

Jean Plantu partage son expérience de caricaturiste, explorant comment le dessin peut exprimer des opinions et aborder des sujets sociétaux avec humour, tout en défendant la liberté d'expression dans le monde.

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

Cómo defender la libertad y no suicidarte en el intento

Gloria Álvarez comparte estrategias para defender la libertad y mantener la salud mental frente al ciberacoso, basándose en su experiencia como politóloga, escritora y candidata presidencial con enfoque libertario.

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