Legal, Policy, and Ethical Issues of Crisis Situations

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This course provides a study of legal, policy, and ethical issues and practices that relate to decision-making in crisis situations in the 21st century U.S. and global environment. Using a case study analysis approach, students are provided readings and comparative case studies for recognition of the important legal issues, ethical approaches, and policy implications involved in such crisis arcs as pandemics, social and political unrest, environmental disaster, communications disruptions, and terrorism.