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INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE
HUMAN RIGHTS
May 2008
For first teaching in 2008
For first examination in 2010
School-based Syllabus
This is an edited version of the subject guide, for use with extended
essay candidates. Assessment details for the subject are not included:
please refer to the assessment criteria in the Extended Essay guide .
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CONTENTS
NATURE OF THE SUBJECT
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AIMS
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OBJECTIVES
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SYLLABUS OUTLINE
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SYLLABUS DETAILS
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BIBLIOGRAPHY
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INTERNET RESOURCES
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IB Diploma Programme guide: SBS Human Rights , 2008 (extract for extended essay use)
NATURE OF THE SUBJECT
The concept of humans having rights is so central to world politics that it is almost impossible
to understand contemporary political discourse without it. International conventions, both
global and regional, refer to a large number of human rights. Governments justify their
legitimacy, and sometimes their use of force, with the idea of upholding human rights. Many
non-governmental organisations make their raison d’être to observe human rights practices,
and the media make constant references to human rights policies.
Consequently, the knowledge of the theory and practice of human rights is essential in order
to make sense of contemporary international politics and contested social issues. By
approaching these issues, and the related theories, from a multicultural perspective, the
human rights course aims to deepen an awareness of shared humanity and social
responsibility, while upholding the idea of the uniqueness of each culture. However, a
systematic study of human rights cannot limit itself to political and social issues, for the idea of
human rights also has historical, cultural, ethical and religious dimensions. Understanding
these dimensions is essential to evaluating the arguments put forward in the name of human
rights today.
In terms of its theoretical approach, Human Rights is an interdisciplinary subject that
combines elements of history, philosophy, politics, international relations and law. It also
includes elements of the inclusive social sciences as well, particularly anthropology and
sociology. The interdisciplinary nature of the subject allows various interpretations and
encourages dialogue and debate. It stresses critical and creative thinking in interpreting the
related theories and political developments as well as the activities of agencies claiming to
protect human rights. Human Rights is particularly suited for those who wish to study human
rights or peace studies at university or who intend to study law, international relations and
politics.
Human Rights is a standard level course that may be offered in group 3 or group 6 of the IB
Diploma Programme.
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IB Diploma Programme guide: SBS Human Rights 2009 (extract for extended essay use)
AIMS
The aims of the Human Rights course are to:
1.
provide a systematic and critical study of the theory and practice of human rights
2.
develop the capacity to identify, analyse and evaluate theories, concepts and arguments
about human rights
3.
develop understanding of contemporary human rights issues
4.
develop the ability to communicate knowledge and understanding of human rights clearly
and consistently
5.
promote the understanding of the nature and methods of an interdisciplinary approach
6.
encourage tolerance, international understanding and awareness of different cultural
perspectives.
OBJECTIVES
Having followed the Human Rights course, the candidates will be expected to:
1.
demonstrate knowledge and understanding of (a) the theory of human rights, (b) the
practice of human rights and (c) a contemporary human rights issue
2.
demonstrate the ability to create links and interpret (a) the theory and practice of human
rights, and (b) a contemporary human rights issue in the light of the knowledge of the
theory and practice of human rights.
3.
identify, critically analyse and evaluate concepts, theories and arguments related to
human rights
4.
demonstrate the ability to synthesise knowledge and concepts of the subject matter
5.
demonstrate awareness of cultural and ideological biases related to human rights and
offer alternative interpretations
6.
present clear, concise, relevant and well-substantiated arguments related to human rights
7.
evaluate, interpret and use source material critically.
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IB Diploma Programme guide: SBS Human Rights 2009 (extract for extended essay use)
SYLLABUS OUTLINE
The Human Rights course contains three main topics, each divided into several subtopics:
Topic 1: The theory and history of human rights
1.
The idea of human rights
2.
The history of human rights
3. Culture and human rights.
Topic 2: Practice of human rights
1.
Human rights and international relations
2.
Human rights protection systems
3. Human rights and international law
4. Campaigning for a better world.
Topic 3: Contemporary human rights issues
1.
Minorities and disadvantaged groups
2.
Environment and technology
3.
Economics, trade and labour
4.
Conflicts and human rights
5.
Political systems and paradigms.
Topics 1 and 2 are studied in their entirety, whereas topic 3: Contemporary human rights
Issues - is covered by a student selecting one subtopic for internal assessment work.
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IB Diploma Programme guide: SBS Human Rights 2009 (extract for extended essay use)

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