The Internet Law Program addresses the most controversial cyberlaw issues being debated by lawmakers in the U.S. and internationally. Taught by world-renowned experts in the field, the program is designed for lawyers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, educators, new media professionals, online publishers, and journalists who write about technology. No prior background in the subject of Internet Law is required.
Participants will have a unique opportunity to:
* Gain an understanding of the legal environment governing activity online, including principal statutes, judicial opinions, regulations, and international agreements.
* Develop a broader understanding of the changing character of the Internet--how it is evolving, how its evolution is affected by law, and what the future may bring.
* Explore the implications of Internet policy and legal reforms--how they shape Internet law and affect the public interest.
* Learn how to use information law and communication technology to maximum advantage.
* Learn the principal public law and private law doctrines upon which Internet Law depends.
* Interact with faculty and colleagues in a challenging, engaging environment using the latest in computer-mediated learning techniques.