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Fall 2012-2013
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Evaluation* POL 240 / WWS 312 (SA)
International Relations
This course is an introduction to the causes and nature of international conflict and cooperation. We critically examine various theories of international politics by drawing on examples from various historical eras as well as across security and economic affairs. Topics include the causes of war, the pursuit of economic prosperity, the sources of international order and its breakdown, and the rise of challenges to national sovereignty.
Sample reading list:
See instructor for complete list
Reading/Writing assignments:
100-150 pages of reading per week
Requirements/Grading:
Mid Term Exam - 20%
Final Exam - 30%
Papers - 30%
Class/Precept Participation - 20%
Schedule/Classroom assignment:
| Class number | Section | Time | Days | Room | Enrollment | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21671 | L01 | 11:00 am - 11:50 am | M W | McCosh Hall 28 | Enrolled:58 Limit: | |
| P01 | 2:30 pm - 3:20 pm | W | Mudd Manuscript Library 1A | Enrolled:10 Limit:14 | ||
| P02 | 1:30 pm - 2:20 pm | W | Corwin Hall 023 | Enrolled:13 Limit:14 | ||
| P03 | 3:30 pm - 4:20 pm | W | Corwin Hall 126 | Enrolled:11 Limit:14 | ||
| P04 | 12:30 pm - 1:20 pm | Th | Wallace Social Science 002 | Enrolled:14 Limit:14 | ||
| P05 | 1:30 pm - 2:20 pm | Th | Wallace Social Science 002 | Enrolled:10 Limit:14 |