Comisiones de la verdad: una mirada conceptual, histórica y crítica. from edX

Durante 1970 y 1980 en América Latina, empezaron a conformarse comisiones para esclarecer y afrontar las atrocidades cometidas por las dictaduras militares. Desde esa fecha, este tipo de comisiones se han extendido a lo largo y ancho del mundo. En los últimos 5 años, han sido creadas más de cuarenta comisiones de la verdad en los más diversos escenarios políticos, todas ellas con el mismo fin de proveer una explicación sobre los abusos ocurridos en el pasado y atender las necesidades singulares de las víctimas.

Desde una mirada comparada y crítica, este curso tiene como propósito ofrecer los fundamentos y herramientas para la comprensión de las comisiones de la verdad y su incidencia en los diversos escenarios políticos.

What you'll learn

Comprender desde una perspectiva histórica la evolución de las comisiones de la verdad y su relevancia como herramienta para responder a las atrocidades masivas del pasado.
Entender qué son las comisiones de la verdad y cuáles son sus propósitos fundamentales.
Lograr una mirada crítica sobre el alcance e impacto de las comisiones de la verdad.
Conocer experiencias internacionales previas de comisiones de la verdad para evaluar sus logros y limitaciones.

What's inside

Syllabus

Tema 1. Mirada histórica

Giro temporal en la historia universal.

Etapas de la justicia transicional.

Derecho a la verdad.

Tema 2. Mirada conceptual

Características definitorias de las comisiones de la verdad.

Diferencias entre las comisiones y otros cuerpos de investigación.

Tema 3. Mirada comparada

Escenarios transicionales internacionales.

Profundizando en experiencias internacionales.

Tema 4. Lecciones aprendidas y evaluación de impacto

Caso colombiano.

Evaluación de impacto.

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Explores the evolution and relevance of truth commissions in addressing past atrocities

Provides a comprehensive overview of the characteristics and purposes of truth commissions

Emphasizes critical evaluation of the impact and reach of truth commissions

Offers insights from varied international experiences to assess successes and challenges of truth commissions

Examines the Colombian case study to provide practical examples of commission implementation

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Comisiones de la verdad: una mirada conceptual, histórica y crítica. with these activities:

Ejercicios de comprension

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La práctica regular de ejercicios de comprensión ayudará a reforzar los conceptos clave y mejorar la comprensión general.

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Completar ejercicios de práctica o cuestionarios sobre el material del curso.
Revisar las respuestas y comprender las áreas de mejora.

Debate en el foro

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Participar en discusiones con compañeros ayudará a intercambiar ideas y ampliar la perspectiva sobre las comisiones de la verdad.

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Unirse a un foro de discusión o grupo de estudio.
Participar activamente en las discusiones, compartiendo ideas y haciendo preguntas.
Responder a las publicaciones de otros compañeros y proporcionar retroalimentación constructiva.

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Career center

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Lawyer

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Psychologist

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