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A Brief Intro to the Constitutional Framework of Puerto Rico
In this lesson you will learn Puerto Rico’s historical and political context. You will be given an overview of environmental conservation rights outlined in the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, and be presented with struggles highlighted by these laws such as the unconstitutional privatization of coastal resources for tourism development.
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Lecture 1: A Brief Intro to the Constitutional Framework of Puerto RicoLecture1.1
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Lecture 1 Reference Page 3 daysAssignment1.1
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Threats to Environmental Rights
In this lesson you will learn about threats to environmental rights in Puerto Rico such as rapid urbanization and industrialization, soil erosion, wildlife risks, soil and water pollution and you will be given specific examples of these challenges.
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Lecture 2: Threats to Environmental RightsLecture2.1
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Lecture 2 Reference Page 3 daysAssignment2.1
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Case Study on Vieques
In this lesson you will learn about the U.S. Navy’s use of land for toxic experiments in Vieques and how this spurred the Vieques women’s alliance and protesters to urge for the closure of the naval base. You will learn about persisting environmental and health concerns stemming from these toxic experiments and how the Viequenses face neglect in response to them.
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Lecture 3: Case Study on ViequesLecture3.1
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Lecture 3 Reference Page 3 daysAssignment3.1
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Understanding Gentrification in Puerto Rico
In this lesson you will learn about the socioeconomic factors that drive gentrification including tourism and investment, urban renewal projects, displacement, government policies, and tax incentives . We will discuss the impact that these have on communities in Puerto Rico.
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Lecture 4: Understanding Gentrification in Puerto RicoLecture4.1
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Lecture 4 Reference Page 3 daysAssignment4.1
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Hurricanes Irma and Maria
In this lesson you will learn about the Impact of Hurricane Irma and Hurricane Maria on the residents of Puerto Rico. We will discuss the lack of proper support they received in post hurricane events and its implications.
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Lecture 5: Hurricanes Irma and MariaLecture5.1
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Lecture 5 Reference Page 3 daysAssignment5.1
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