Summer 2018  |  POL 3835 Section 001: International Relations (83212)

Instructor(s)
Class Component:
Lecture
Credits:
3 Credits
Grading Basis:
Student Option
Instructor Consent:
No Special Consent Required
Instruction Mode:
In Person Term Based
Class Attributes:
UMNTC Liberal Education Requirement
Times and Locations:
Regular Academic Session
 
06/11/2018 - 08/03/2018
Mon, Wed 09:00AM - 11:30AM
UMTC, West Bank
Blegen Hall 260
Enrollment Status:
Open (8 of 25 seats filled)
Also Offered:
Course Catalog Description:
Introduction to theoretical study of international relations. How theoretical perspective shapes one's understandings of structure/practices of global politics.
Class Notes:
http://classinfo.umn.edu/?nguy2465+POL3835+Summer2018
Class Description:
Why does conflict emerge in global politics? What determines the behavior of individuals, organizations, and states - their material interests or the culture/ideas? What is power and how does it shape international relations? The purpose of this course is to provide students with the theoretical and conceptual means to answering these questions and other issues in global politics. Specific topics will include: how international laws and institutions shape the possibilities of politics; theories of international conflict; humanitarianism and transnational advocacy; globalization and international political economy; international migration; and the role of ideas, norms, and identities in global politics.
Learning Objectives:
Students who complete this course will understand the assumption, logic, and implications of major theories of international relations. They will be able to use these theories to critically assess academic work as well as understand and articulate how and why current and historical events unfold in global politics.
Grading:
5% Short Writing Exercise
30% Analytical Papers
25% Midterm Exam
30% Final Exam
10% Participation (inc. Attendance)
Exam Format:
The midterm exam will be a combination of short answer and essay questions. The final exam is a longer, analytical essay (5-7 pages).
Class Format:
A mix of lecture, discussion, and in-class activities.
Workload:
~100 Pages Reading Per Week
1 In-Class Exam
2 Short Papers
1 Short Writing Exercise
1 Essay Final
Textbooks:
https://bookstores.umn.edu/course-lookup/83212/1185
Instructor Supplied Information Last Updated:
27 February 2018

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