Human Rights

PRODUCT SUMMARY

Human rights are considered by many to be the foundation of freedom, justice and peace. However, there is little international agreement on exactly what human rights are and even less on how to enforce them. This show explores the origin of the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights and relates that despite this historic agreement, governments around the world not only discriminate against and often torture and imprison people without trial, but also do not respect their basic social and economic rights. Students will learn that while individual nations are ultimately responsible for protecting human rights, the United Nations and other organizations made up of ordinary individuals also play a strong role. Part of the multivolume Global Issues for Students Video Series. A Teacher's Guide is included and available online.

EDITORIAL REVIEWS

"…concise, thought-provoking…Excellent footage, tight editing, and a smart script make this timely video highly recommended."- Video Librarian (Nov/Dec 2004)

"…well-crafted…employs striking video footage from [CBS’s] newsgathering resources as well as interviews with experts in each field to present the particular issue in an effective and interesting manner…A very worthwhile series for high school social studies and current events courses."- School Library Journal (Nov 2004)

"This documentary series pulls no punches. Authoritative narration coupled with news footage and riveting still photography set the stage for student discussion and interest."- Teacher Librarian (Dec 2004)

"Balanced examinations of the topics are appropriately presented for the intended audience…This is a very valuable series that covers a range of very difficult topics succinctly and thoroughly... Highly recommended."- Library Media Connection (Mar 2005)

"…provid[es] in-depth analysis…outstanding…An ideal curriculum supplement…" -Midwest Book Review (Dec 2004)