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EDUCATION FOR THE NEW AGE: TRADITION, REFORM, INNOVATION 9th Fulbright International Conference

5 June 2012. Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA. 2. Content. Purpose (goals, specific focus on the needs in EU countries, especially Bulgaria)Motivations, Objectives, Target GroupsTeaching Content and MethodologyExpected Results and OutcomesBrief Descript

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EDUCATION FOR THE NEW AGE: TRADITION, REFORM, INNOVATION 9th Fulbright International Conference

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    1. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 1 EDUCATION FOR THE NEW AGE: TRADITION, REFORM, INNOVATION 9th Fulbright International Conference Bansko, Bulgaria, 7-8 August, 2010

    2. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 2 Content Purpose (goals, specific focus on the needs in EU countries, especially Bulgaria) Motivations, Objectives, Target Groups Teaching Content and Methodology Expected Results and Outcomes Brief Description of Activities

    3. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 3 Purpose Basic aim is to prepare a course in human rights that is both innovative and suitable for universities in Bulgaria. The course will introduce students to basic arguments in the ongoing theoretical debate about the concept of human rights protection, including legal, political, and social aspects. Human Rights Protection is a topic in the subfield of International Law within the broader fields of International Relations and Politics.

    4. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 4 Rationale for Focusing on Southeastern Europe and Bulgaria Ongoing transition to pluralist democracy and social justice systems in SEE Enlargement of EU and the new role of NATO present new challenges for human rights protection Adequate responses required from practitioners and legal experts in the fields of public policy, national human rights institutions, and education, as well as NGOs and interested students.

    5. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 5 Scope Knowledge of specific legal mechanisms and domestic and international institutions Topics concerning international human rights law Promotion and protection of human rights in the UN framework Promotion and protection of human rights in EU law Economic, social, and cultural rights Political and civil rights Main EU treaties on human rights

    6. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 6 Center for Excellence Dialogue Europe Institute for doctoral and postdoctoral research at Sofia University is a relatively new but well-established academic institution with original and innovative programme; The Institute aspires to lead the way in university curriculum reform in Bulgaria; It is aiming to adapt the best practices and standards in leading universities in EU countries and the United States

    7. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 7 Motivation for a Solid Academic Course on Human Rights Target Groups – B.A., M.A. and Ph.D. students of social sciences, active civil servants, diplomats, lawyers, social workers, NGO experts, etc.; They do not have such introductory type of theoretical knowledge in international human rights law and concrete details of its practical implementation and protection system; Thus a synthesis between International Law, International Relations and Social Science theories; As a result the students will receive knowledge on the implementation of human rights law that will improve their practical skills in assessing international politics, political climate, state security, different social groups needs.

    8. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 8 Course Objectives Major teaching aims and objectives – basic knowledge of debates concerning the protection of human rights The approach is institutional and legal; The course will present background information about and theoretical approaches to contemporary national and international (UN, EU, Council of Europe, OSCE) human rights issues; The course also will help students acquire certain practical skills and a practical understanding of human rights protection mechanisms; The course will also ensure that students know how to use EU, UN, and national mechanisms for the protection of human rights.

    9. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 9 Teaching Content – major topics to be covered major paradigms of social sciences pertaining to the concept of global justice; the evolving nature and concept of human rights; the role of international organizations as supranational bodies performing specific functions within the system of international relations – UN, EU, Council of Europe, OSCE; the evolving role of governmental and non-governmental organizations in protecting human rights; the emergence of new organizational strategies to human rights

    10. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 10 Teaching Content – major topics to be covered (pt. 2) Political and communications strategies that can strengthen human rights institutions and lead to a more robust “human rights regime”; The potential of the international system to protect human rights; Comparative and international dimensions of human rights; Effective human rights promotion and protection;

    11. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 11 Presentation of Key Topics The concept of universalism and opposing views will be presented in an introductory section on major theoretical issues The course will present several case studies dealing with the implementation of human rights and their impact on global actors The course will discuss legal regulations and practical considerations regarding human rights protection

    12. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 12 Expected Results The course is designed for approximately 30 students for 60 academic hours (2 hrs. each) Teaching activities (lectures, seminars, group discussions of case-studies, individual students’ presentation, round-tables, etc.) Each student will receive at the beginning of the course a packet with all the major readings assigned in the course Students will be able to view Power Point presentations and use Internet sites and resources with relevant course materials.

    13. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 13 Teaching Style Considerations Use and combine interactive methods of teaching and learning Combine traditional lectures with seminars based on course readings, group discussions, and individual research presentations The successful completion of the course will be based on class participation and performance on term papers and final examinations.

    14. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 14 Upon Completion of the Course, Students Will: Have studied all major human rights documents Have read and critically evaluated contemporary academic interpretations of the issues discussed Be able to compare the European, North American, and Asian models of human rights protection Be confident in exploring the structures, mechanisms, and practical activities of major international organizations, NGOs, and human rights protection networks Be able to analyze case studies of “humanitarian intervention” in the post-Cold War international system Have sharpened their writing and analytical skills.

    15. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 15 Specific Tasks for Students use contemporary social science models and theories to understand international politics and concepts of human rights protection draw on the disciplines of International Law, Political Science, International Relations, History, and Law to develop a complex understanding of theoretical approaches and their practical implications for the geopolitics of the 21st century probe the possibilities of, and limits to, cooperation among states in the field of human rights protection understand conflicting visions and national perspectives on human rights protection

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    21. 5 June 2012 Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva, 9th Fulbright Conference, Bansko, BULGARIA 21 Thank you for your attention. Address for Contacts: Dr. Nadia Boyadjieva Associate Professor of International Law and international Relations mobile 00359-887-478258 Fax: 00359-2-9746696 Email: nadiaboyadjieva@gmail.com

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