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What is Bill of Rights

Chapter 14
The Proper Role of Higher Education in a Democratic Society
The Bill of Rights are the first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution. This includes the First Amendment and overall the Bill of Rights establishes the rights of Americans related to the U.S. Government. The liberties created by the Bill of Rights include broad ranging civil rights from freedom of speech to religion and the creation of due process. The Bill of Rights also establishes that any power not explicitly granted to the Federal Government is reserved for the people or the States.
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Navigating the First Amendment in Higher Education and Supporting Students to Be Engaged Citizens
James Tyger (University of Florida, USA) and Sarah K. Cunningham (St. Louis University, USA)
Copyright: © 2021 |Pages: 26
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-7744-8.ch014
Abstract
Higher education administrators continue to encounter ever evolving challenges related to the First Amendment on college campuses. As administrators encounter lawsuits ranging from protests, student media, student organization funding, campus speakers, and beyond, they must be equipped to navigate these scenarios. Ultimately, the key is gaining a better understanding of the history, relevant case law, tools to analyze the situation, and how the First Amendment may appear in their work. The chapter seeks to provide a foundation of knowledge related to the First Amendment and its application to higher education.
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Chapter 15
Perpetuating Social Injustice Through Neglecting the Voices of the Non-Unionized Teachers: An Analysis From the Rawlsian Perspective
The Bill of Rights is part of the constitution of the Republic of South African and explores issues such as the rights of citizens, matters related to equity, human dignity, freedoms such as freedom of security, freedom of religion, belief and opinion, expression, association, movement, etc.
Published in Chapter: Perpetuating Social Injustice Through Neglecting the Voices of the Non-Unionized Teachers: An Analysis From the Rawlsian Perspective; From: Handbook of Research on Social Inequality and Education
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From Linguistic Determinism to Technological Determinism
A statement of the basic human rights recognised and protected by law in a particular society.
Published in Chapter: From Linguistic Determinism to Technological Determinism; From: Encyclopedia of Information Science and Technology, Third Edition
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