Nuts and Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law

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Nuts and Bolts of U.S. Immigration Law

Instructor: Fernando Chang-Muy

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This course begins by exploring short term entry and long term entry into the United States. We will cover the various means of short term entry and long term entry, as well as the general application processes. We will also examine exclusion and deportation in the United States. In particular, we will discuss how and why individuals may not be admitted into the United States and possible reasons for deportation or removal. Lastly, we will cover the process of how to become a United States citizen and the various requirements for naturalization.

Welcome to this course on U.S. Immigration Law! In this introductory module, we will discuss short term entry in the United States. This will include a discussion about the various means of short term entry and the general application process. We will also cover the fundamentals of student visas, work visas, and humanitarian visas.

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7 videos4 readings1 assignment1 discussion prompt

7 videos Total 55 minutes

Introduction: Welcome to the Course 2 minutes
Disclaimer and Legal Framework 9 minutes
Entering Short Term 6 minutes
Student Visas 13 minutes
Work Visas 8 minutes
Humanitarian Visas 8 minutes
Summary 9 minutes

4 readings Total 70 minutes

Apply for Nonimmigrant Visas to the U.S. 10 minutes
Student Visas 25 minutes
Temporary Worker Visas 10 minutes
Humanitarian Based Visas 25 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Module 1 Quiz 30 minutes

1 discussion prompt Total 10 minutes

Introduce Yourself 10 minutes

This module explores entering the United States as a lawful permanent resident. We will start by discussing the difference between short term entry and long term entry. Then, we will discuss the various ways to obtain lawful permanent resident status. This includes family petitions, self petitions, employer based petitions, asylum petitions, special immigrant juvenile status, and the diversity visa program.

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7 videos7 readings1 assignment

7 videos Total 45 minutes

Introduction to Module 2 4 minutes
Permanent Residency 5 minutes
Family & Self Sponsorship 7 minutes
Employer Sponsorship 7 minutes
Special Immigrants 6 minutes
Asylum 10 minutes
Diversity Visa Program 6 minutes

7 readings Total 100 minutes

What is the Difference Between an Immigrant Visa and a Non-immigrant Visa? 25 minutes
Frequently Asked Questions - Permanent Family Member 10 minutes
Employment-Based Immigrant Visas 10 minutes
Asylum 10 minutes
Refugees 10 minutes
Diversity Visa Program 10 minutes
Special Immigrant Juveniles 25 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Module 2 Quiz 30 minutes

This module covers exclusion and deportation in the United States. First, we will explore how and why individuals may be excluded or not admitted into the United States. Then, we will discuss possible reasons for deportation or removal.

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8 videos4 readings1 assignment

8 videos Total 39 minutes

Introduction to Module 3 1 minute
Inadmissible Aliens - Part 1 7 minutes
Inadmissible Aliens - Part 2 5 minutes
Inadmissible Aliens - Part 3 3 minutes
Waivers 5 minutes
Deportation - Part 1 5 minutes
Deportation - Part 2 7 minutes
Cancellation of Removal 7 minutes

4 readings Total 90 minutes

Ineligibilities and Waivers: Laws 30 minutes
Inadmissibility and Waivers Chart 20 minutes
Cancellation of Removal for Permanent Residents (Lawful) 30 minutes
Cancellation of Removal (Non lawful) 10 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Module 3 Quiz 30 minutes

In this module, we will discuss how to become a United States citizen. We will start by discussing how to gain U.S. citizenship. We will then cover the various requirements for naturalization. Finally, we will explore the naturalization process.

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6 videos2 readings1 assignment

6 videos Total 24 minutes

Introduction to Module 4 1 minute
Introduction to Citizenship - Part 1 4 minutes
Introduction to Citizenship - Part 2 6 minutes
Introduction to Citizenship - Part 3 9 minutes
Conclusion to Module 4 2 minutes
Conclusion 2 minutes

2 readings Total 60 minutes

3 Ways to Become a US Citizen 30 minutes
Naturalization, Explained 30 minutes

1 assignment Total 30 minutes

Module 4 Quiz 30 minutes

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Fernando Chang-Muy

University of Pennsylvania

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Reviewed on May 23, 2024

Great course explains pretty well the type of visas the US have, and how they can be requested, it is a very useful and informative course.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2024

Good course, nicely organized, definitely went over the subject in broad strokes, while discussing some of the finer points. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2022

This class was great. I learned a lot about the US immigration system. I know this knowledge will stay with me throughout my career.

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