Community Awareness: Police Brutality in U.S.
Learn about police violence history, impact, and reform. Understand systemic racism and community responses to create positive change.
Learn about police violence history, impact, and reform. Understand systemic racism and community responses to create positive change.
Community Awareness: Police Brutality in the U.S. is a comprehensive course exploring the critical issue of police violence in America. Designed for beginners, this course delves into the historical roots of policing, the impact of police brutality on communities, and modern policing challenges. Participants will gain insights into systemic racism, legal barriers to accountability, and community responses to police violence. The curriculum covers topics such as qualified immunity, police militarization, and abolition movements. Through expert lectures, case studies, and interactive discussions, learners will develop a deeper understanding of the complexities surrounding police brutality and explore strategies for community action and reform.
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What you'll learn
Understand the historical roots of policing in the United States
Analyze the impact of police violence on individuals and communities
Identify legal and systemic barriers to police accountability
Examine the role of racism and intersectionality in police brutality
Explore community responses and alternatives to traditional policing
Understand the concept of police abolition and reform movements
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There are 5 modules in this course
Community Awareness: Police Brutality in the U.S. offers a comprehensive exploration of police violence in America, its historical context, and its impact on communities. The course covers the roots of modern policing, the effects of police brutality on individuals and society, and current challenges in law enforcement practices. Participants will learn about legal issues such as qualified immunity, police militarization, and oversight mechanisms. The curriculum also examines community responses to police violence, including activism, policy reform efforts, and abolition movements. Through a mix of expert lectures, case studies, and interactive discussions, learners will gain a nuanced understanding of the complexities surrounding police brutality and develop strategies for positive change in their communities.
Introduction and History
Module 1 · 3 Hours to complete
Understanding the Impact of Police Violence
Module 2 · 4 Hours to complete
Policing in a Modern Context
Module 3 · 3 Hours to complete
Responding to Police Brutality
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Taking action
Module 5 · 3 Hours to complete
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Teach-Out Experts - University of Michigan
each-Out Experts at the University of Michigan are thought leaders and educators who design and deliver courses addressing timely and critical global issues. Their Teach-Outs cover diverse topics such as affirmative action, generative AI, police brutality, esports, the Russia-Ukraine conflict, sleep deprivation, and the student debt crisis. These courses aim to foster community awareness, educate learners, and provide actionable insights on contemporary challenges.
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