Law & Ethics of Animal Testing

Law & Ethics of Animal Testing - Professor Paul Locke

Course Number: LAW-921
Course Type: Foundational
Credits: 2
Enrollment Limit: Determined by the Registrar
Description: Law & Ethics of Animal Testing explores the complex and oftentimes controversial regulatory framework that governs the use of animals in scientific experiments in biomedical research and in toxicity testing. Students will learn first-hand about the latest litigation and policy developments from experts who are at the forefront of this quickly evolving field. Whether you are new to the topic or a seasoned veteran, this dynamic and fast-paced course will provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to become effective advocates, policy-makers, and analysts in this critically important area of law.

This course is conducted entirely online. The course will consist of a combination of live online chats with Professor Locke, prerecorded lectures accessible online, readings posted on our online platform, and assigned course work. The assigned reading and lectures will be released, based on the content, over the course of the two weeks. In addition, all students will be required to participate in eight online LiveChats with dates and times TBD.

In this course, you will receive direct faculty instruction through LiveChats, webcasts, podcasts, prerecorded video, and online discussion.
Prerequisite: none
Evaluation Method: To be determined
Capstone: no
WIE: no

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