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The global commons
Online Lesson | 16 Dec 2026 | Start: 16:00 | DURATION: 1 HOUR Specification content
3.2.1.5 The 'global commons'
The concept of the ‘global commons. The rights of all to the benefits of the global commons. Acknowledgement that the rights of all people to sustainable development must also acknowledge the need to protect the global commons.
Learning outcomes
This lesson will help students to understand:
- what a ‘global common is.
- what is meant by the ‘tragedy of the commons and the ‘common heritage of mankind.
- how each of the recognised global commons are protected by laws, conventions and treaties.
- what the potential issues around the management and government of the global commons are.
Suggested timing
1 hour
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Course Module: Global systems and global governance (Autumn 2) | Lesson The global commons:
Online Lesson | 16 Dec 2026 | Start: 16:00 | DURATION: 1 HOUR Specification content
3.2.1.5 The 'global commons'
The concept of the ‘global commons. The rights of all to the benefits of the global commons. Acknowledgement that the rights of all people to sustainable development must also acknowledge the need to protect the global commons.
Learning outcomes
This lesson will help students to understand:
- what a ‘global common is.
- what is meant by the ‘tragedy of the commons and the ‘common heritage of mankind.
- how each of the recognised global commons are protected by laws, conventions and treaties.
- what the potential issues around the management and government of the global commons are.
Suggested timing
1 hour
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