Description
Curriculum
Instructor
Course Overview
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Course Title | Contract Law: From Trust to Promise to Contract |
| Institution | Harvard University (HarvardX) |
| Platform | edX |
| Instructor | Charles Fried |
| Level | Intermediate / Law-focused |
| Delivery Type | Self-paced, Online |
| Certificate | Verified Certificate available |
| Access to Content | Free (audit mode) |
| Duration | 6 weeks (flexible) |
| Effort Required | 4–6 hours per week |
| Prerequisites | None (basic English and comprehension skills recommended) |
2. Learning Outcomes
| No. | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| 1 | Understand foundational principles of contract law |
| 2 | Learn legal reasoning behind contracts, promises, and obligations |
| 3 | Analyze real-world legal cases and precedents |
| 4 | Identify enforceable vs unenforceable agreements |
| 5 | Apply concepts of trust and good faith in contracts |
| 6 | Understand remedies for breach of contract |
| 7 | Develop critical thinking in legal argumentation |
| 8 | Complete case studies and practical contract exercises |
3. Course Modules (Weekly Breakdown)
| Week | Module Title | Topics Covered | Project/Exercise |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Foundations of Contract Law | History of contracts, legal philosophy | Short case analysis |
| 2 | Trust and Promise | Ethical and legal aspects of promises | Discussion on real-life agreements |
| 3 | Formation of Contract | Offer, acceptance, consideration | Draft hypothetical contract |
| 4 | Capacity and Legality | Parties’ capacity, lawful purpose | Evaluate enforceability scenarios |
| 5 | Breach and Remedies | Breach types, compensatory vs specific performance | Case study exercise |
| 6 | Capstone Project | Application of learned principles | Contract case study report |
4. Course Materials
| Material Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Video Lectures | Pre-recorded lectures by Charles Fried |
| Readings | Harvard Law review articles, case studies |
| Assignments | Practical contract exercises |
| Discussion | Peer interaction and analysis |
| Capstone | Case study analysis report |
5. Skills Gained
| Category | Skills |
|---|---|
| Legal Analysis | Case interpretation, legal reasoning |
| Contract Drafting | Formulating clear contracts |
| Ethical Thinking | Trust and obligation evaluation |
| Problem Solving | Application of law to real-world situations |
| Critical Thinking | Evaluating legal arguments |
6. Assessment Structure
| Component | Weight / Importance |
|---|---|
| Weekly Assignments | 50% |
| Capstone Project | 30% |
| Discussion Participation | 20% |
7. Certificate Information
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Issuer | HarvardX / edX |
| Verification | Unique serial number and URL |
| Format | Digital certificate |
| Yes | |
| Credential Type | Verified Certificate |
8. Summary
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to contract law and the underlying concepts of trust and promises.
Learners gain practical experience analyzing real-world contracts and case law, preparing them for applications in law, business, and professional environments.
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