- Introduction
- Interview with the vice-president communication of Facebook
- Along the banks of the Yangtze - China's privacy trade-off
- Privacy issues in the USA
Privacy in the Western World
Learn about the concept of privacy and personal space in the western part of the world by joining Coursera’s Privacy in the Western World certification course.
Beginner
Online
8 Weeks
Quick facts
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Medium of instructions
English
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Mode of learning
Self study
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Mode of Delivery
Video and Text Based
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Course overview
Privacy is an intriguing subject that many seem to be unaware of. It is a human right that has different cultural and legal aspects as well as historical perspectives. Privacy in the Western World classes by Coursera introduces the concept of privacy, mainly in the western part of the world. Moreover, you shall be able to form your own well-founded and researched opinions on privacy through this programme.
The Privacy in the Western World online course is the first course in the Privacy and Standardisation Specialisation. The follow-up courses in this specialisation will introduce you to the differences in the American and European concepts of privacy and personal space in detail. However, this is only a beginner-level course that will give you an overview to build a solid foundation on the subject.
The Privacy in the Western World online certification is a short-term programme that can be completed in seven hours with flexible deadlines. What’s more? This course is available with subtitles in multiple languages for ease of understanding.
The highlights
- Seven-day full access for free
- Beginner-level programme
- Transcripts in many languages
- Certificate when you complete
- Flexible schedule
- Cancel subscription anytime
- Set weekly learning goals
- Avail financial aid
- Offered by EIT Digital
- Graded assignments
- Privacy and Standardisation Specialisation
Program offerings
- Privacy and standardisation specialisation
- Course delivered in english
- Flexible learning
- Beginner level study
- Electronic certificate
- 7 hours to complete
- Free 7-day trial available
- Transcripts in different languages
- Audit mode
- Financial aid
Course and certificate fees
- Coursera’s Privacy in the Western World training provides a free trial for seven days as well as an audit option.
- If you opt for the free trial, you can pay the fee of ₹3,198 to continue.
- You can also apply for financial aid if you are unable to afford the certificate fee.
Privacy in the Western World fee structure
Course Type | Fees |
Audit mode | Free |
1 Month | ₹3,198 |
3 Month | ₹6,397 |
6 Month | ₹9,596 |
certificate availability
certificate providing authority
Eligibility criteria
Certification qualifying details
You will be eligible to collect the Privacy in the Western World certificate once you have finished the course content, including the final exam in the last week.
What you will learn
By completing the Privacy in the Western World certification syllabus, you will be adept in the following concepts:
- Introduction to the concept of privacy as a right
- Developing a clear understanding of personal space
- Regulation of privacy and personal space
- Historical perspective on privacy
- Context of privacy in international cooperation
- Varying court decisions in cases of privacy
- Differences between American and European society in terms of the privacy
Admission details
Step 1: To start learning Privacy in the Western World programme, click here: https://www.coursera.org/learn/history-privacy-laws.
Step 2: To proceed, click on the ‘Enrol for free’ option, and you will find three different methods of enrolling.
Step 3: The two free enrolment options are auditing the course straightaway or availing of the 7-day free trial that will provide full access for seven days.
Step 4: If you want the course certificate, you will have to opt for the certificate mode and pay the respective course fee.
Filling the form
While you don’t need to fill up any application form for Coursera’s Privacy in the Western World certification programme, you need to sign up on the website. Enter a few details like name, email address, username, password, country and create an account. If you already have an account, just sign in to it and start learning. The third way is to sign in using an existing Facebook/Google/Microsoft account.
The syllabus
Week 1: Introduction
Video
Reading
- Addicted to fake news: violation of human dignity
Week 2: A Historic perspective
Video
- Library of the University of Utrecht
- The Dutch National Archive
Quiz
- A historic perspective
Week 3: Expert view
Video
- Privacy model of Prof. Dr. Bert Jaap Koops from his interview
- Additional interview with Prof Dr Bert-Jaap Koops
Reading
- Privacy Model Prof. Bert-Jaap Koops
Quiz
- Reviewing the interview
Week 4: History communality
Video
- Obama visiting the Plakkaat van Verlatinghe
- Plakkaat van Verlatinghe
- Declaration of Independence
- Motely - The Rise of the Dutch Republic
Reading
- (Modern) Translation full text Plakkaat van Verlatinghe
- Full text Declaration of Independence
Quiz
- Comparing the Plakkaat and Declaration
Week 5: 19th-century specialised international treaties
Video
- The need for treaties
- Origins of the Red Cross
- Development of Telecommunications
- Pre-paid postal system
- Protecting submarine cables (the internet!)
- Rights for literary and artistic work
Reading
- Full text Berne Convention
Quiz
- Recapping the individual treaties
Week 6: International Cooperation and Human Rights
Video
- Arbitration between countries
- Countries around the table
- Building a legacy in WWII
- UN Declaration of Human Rights
- Protection from your government
Reading
- Full text UN Declaration of Human Rights
Quiz
- The 20th century's big steps
Week 7: Last three decades
Video
- The eight principles
- International Criminal Court 2002
- Budapest Cybercrime treaty
Reading
- Necessity of privacy protection
- Understanding the ICC
- How effective is Budapest treaty?
Quiz
- Last practice
Week 8: Examination
Scholarship Details
Coursera has offered the feature of financial aid for those who might struggle in paying the certificate fee. You can avail of the assistance for Privacy in the Western World online training by filling out an application form that appears when you click on the ‘Financial aid available’ option at the top. Furthermore, when you submit the application, it will be reviewed by Coursera, and you will get a notification if you are eligible.
How it helps
The Privacy in the Western World online course will equip you with knowledge about personal space and privacy as a legal right for all citizens from a personal and professional perspective. Since this is an introductory course, you can gain invaluable knowledge in a short time and earn an official certificate that can be shared with your future employers. The certificate will also be an excellent addition to your credentials and help you get better job opportunities.
Instructors
Mr Jan Smits
Professor
EIT Digital
Other Masters
FAQs
Yes. You can get full access to the course material during the free trial for seven days.
Your application for financial aid will take a minimum of 15 days to get reviewed, and then you will get notified if it gets approved.
The deadlines and schedule for the Privacy in the Western World program are flexible and can be reset anytime.
You can cancel your subscription anytime during the free trial without any penalties.
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