Reading Assignment for Section 3.2
Read the following subsection from our online textbook: Section 3.2: International Drug Treaties.
What You Will Learn
In this section, you’ll explore how international drug treaties establish a framework for global drug control, focusing on agreements like the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs. You’ll learn about the roles of organizations like the UNODC and WHO in enforcing these treaties and the challenges posed by synthetic drugs. By the end, you’ll understand how differing national policies and human rights considerations influence the effectiveness and reform of international drug treaties.
Student Learning Outcomes for Section 3.2: International Drug Treaties
- SLO 1: Explain the purpose of international drug treaties, such as the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs and the Convention on Psychotropic Substances, in regulating global drug control efforts.
- SLO 2: Describe the key roles of international organizations like the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and the World Health Organization (WHO) in implementing and overseeing drug treaties.
- SLO 3: Analyze the challenges posed by the rise of synthetic drugs and new psychoactive substances (NPS) to existing international drug treaties and enforcement efforts.
- SLO 4: Discuss how international drug policies balance enforcement with human rights concerns, including examples of progressive approaches such as decriminalization models.
- SLO 5: Evaluate the impact of differing national drug policies on the effectiveness of international drug treaties and the need for reforms to address emerging global drug issues.
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