POLS 2401 Introduction to Global Issues

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1 POLS 2401 Introduction to Global Issues COURSE REQUIREMENT: Access to communication between the instructor and students will require use of CSU . The instructor will only respond to CSU messages from students. You MUST have your laptop computer configured to access CSU . You will need to take your laptop computer to the HUB: ( ), located on the ground level of the University Center. You should have your computer configured and set up for CSU BEFORE classes begin or as soon as possible thereafter. NOTE: This course uses GeorgiaView, accessible through the CSU Swan. This syllabus will be updated each semester the course is offered. Prof. J. S. Trachtenberg Clayton State University Three Semester Credit Hours Summer Semester 2014 Important: The required on-campus course orientation is at 11:00 to Noon on Saturday, May 31st in Clayton Hall, Room T-222; this will be our only on-campus meeting - your two completed examinations: midterm and final exam, will be ed to the instructor no later than Noon on Saturday, June 21st and Saturday, July 26th respectively (See: Course Outline below.). Because we will meet only once, it is essential that all students be present for the required oncampus course orientation ( me if you have questions regarding this CSU policy.). No Shows will be dropped from the course and may not be readmitted unless they have a 3.0 GPA or better (CSU policy). Midterm Essay Examination: due to the instructor as an attachment by 1:00 p.m., Saturday, June 28th; to joetrachtenberg@clayton.edu. Final Essay Examination: due to the instructor as an attachment by 1:00 p.m., Saturday, July 26th; to joetrachtenberg@clayton.edu. Course Late Submission of Examinations Policy: all examinations are due by the stated due dates unless a student has discussed a need to submit an exam late been granted an extension by the instructor. Otherwise, a late exam may have 35 points, or the equivalent of one course grade level, subtracted from the earned score. Course Communications: Reflecting my course orientation presentation, students are strongly encouraged to me at all times with all study and other course related questions - all s will receive the respect and attention they deserve. Please use the course list serve for study questions so we can share this information with the class, but use my joetrachtenberg@clayton.edu when discussing all personal matter such as exam results

2 and course grade. It is my routine practice to reply to all s almost immediately day or evening.you also may text or call me at Course Description: POLS Introduction to Global issues (3-0-3) In developing a global perspective students are expected to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the international political system and the global location of countries and the impact of global issues on daily life through an examination of the current global condition and how cultural, political, social, economic, environmental and human rights issues impact various people and societies. Prerequisites: none. Attendance Policy: Attendance will be taken at the required course orientation. It is essential that ALL students attend the required course orientation to avoid being recorded as a "No Show" and dropped from the course. me if you have questions regarding this CSU policy. CSU Attendance Policy: Students are expected to attend and participate in every class meeting. Instructors establish specific policies relating to absences in their courses and communicate these policies to the students through the course syllabi. Individual instructors, based upon the nature of the course, determine what effect excused and unexcused absences have in determining grades and upon students' ability to remain enrolled in their courses. The university reserves the right to determine that excessive absences, whether justified or not are sufficient cause for institutional withdrawals or failing grades. Course Computer Usage: A CSU configured notebook computer is required for this course. Students will use their laptop computer to receive and send course related from and to the instructor, access GeorgiaView, course web pages for examination study, write examinations and receive examination results from the instructor. Required Computer Skills: Able to use the Windows operating system Able to use Microsoft Word word processing Able to send and receive CSU using Outlook or Outlook Express Able to attach and retrieve attached files via Able to use a Web browser. Students must abide by policies in the CSU Catalog & Student Handbook. Disruption of the Learning Environment: Behavior which disrupts the teaching learning process during class activities will not tolerated. This includes belligerent, abusive, profane, and/or threatening behavior. A student who fails to respond to reasonable faculty direction regarding classroom behavior and/or behavior while participating in classroom activities may be dismissed from class. A student who is dismissed is entitled to due process and will be afforded such rights as soon as possible following dismissal. If found in violation, a student may be administratively withdrawn and may receive a grade of F. The instructor and students will treat each other with the proper respect at all times.

3 Children are NOT permitted in any CSU classroom under any circumstances, nor may they be left unattended anywhere on campus. There will be no use of cell phones in the classroom - please turn your phone to "vibrate" or off. If you come late to class, please take the first available seat nearest the door. If you must leave class early, please inform the instructor before class begins. There will be no talking among students that disturbs the instructor or the class. Cheating Will Not Be Tolerated, And Will Be Dealt With In Keeping With The CSU Conduct Code. CSU Conduct Code and Judicial Procedures Withdrawals and Incompletes: Students may wish to review college policy regarding course withdrawals and incompletes in the CSU catalog. Do not hesitate to speak with me, or your advisor, if you need information relating to a course withdrawal or an incomplete. The Summer Semester 2014 deadline to withdraw from a full session course without possible academic accountability is Saturday, June 21st. Disabilities: Individuals with disabilities who need to request accommodations should contact the Disability Services Coordinator, Student Center Room ,disabilityservices@mail.clayton.edu. Civic Engagement: Civic Engagement at Clayton State University is defined as an intentional learning experience that contributes to a student s understanding of social and civic responsibility, community leadership, and service to a diverse, democratic society. Civic Engagement outcomes are located at the Political Science Program website: Political Science Degree Program Outcomes and Assessments: Outcomes: Graduating political science majors should Apply concepts related to the structures and principles of the U.S. Constitution to historical and current politics. Explain and criticize U.S. political institutions and processes. Demonstrate ability to understand and apply social sciences research methods. Research and compose a Senior Thesis in a subfield of political science. Successfully complete a political science related internship. Assessments: POLS 1101 geography tests

4 POLS 2101 pre and post-assessment surveys POLS 4490/POLS 4491 Internship/Practicum Site Supervisor Evaluation POLS 3000 and 4000 level course research papers POLS 4501 Senior Thesis ACAT Area Concentration Achievement Test taken by graduating seniors Course Expectations: Check your CSU for online course messages daily! 1. Attend required on-campus course orientation; 2. Complete all required textbook reading assignments; 3. Answer all 14 GAView chapter discussion questions by the due date; 3. Submit the two required examinations by their due dates; 4. Earn a total number of points equal to a passing grade. Textbook Chapter Discussion Questions: (140 possible points) You are required to respond to each of the textbook chapter discussion questions posted by the instructor in GAView by their due dates. Each discussion chapter question response is worth 10 possible points based on your degree of factual accuracy and analysis. A good discussion response consists of a statement and factual support. All answers to discussion questions must be posted to the course GA View discussion questions by 10:00 p.m. on the Friday prior to each Saturday exam due date. Each of you should do your own work - please do not copy answers from others. Essay Examinations: (200 possible points) Course grades will be determined by your performance on the first and final essay examinations. The two examinations will be taken offcampus and ed to the instructor by Noon on the due dates specified in this syllabus. Additional examination details will be provided at course orientation and when the examinations are ed to the class. Each examination is worth 100 possible points. A total of 200 possible course points may be earned from the two essay examinations. The Course Outline and Reading Assignments section of this syllabus lists the textbook chapters to be covered on each of the two examinations. You will be expected to study the assigned readings in preparation for each examination; each exam will focus on a series of major related concepts covered in the assigned readings. Your essay question answers should exhibit proper grammar, syntax, spelling, successful application of critical thinking skills, your understanding of the assigned readings, knowledge of relevant history and current political events, and make use both of the information found in the textbook and other researched sources. The Saturday prior to the examination due date the actual essay examination instructions and essay question will be mailed to the class and posted in GAView as a news item. You will your completed examinations to the instructor at: joetrachtenberg@clayton.edu as a Word formatted attachment no later than 1:00 p.m. on the examination due date. Examination scores, midterm grades, discussion points, and course grades will be accessible at our GAView course website.

5 Missed Examinations: You may not make up a missed examination. If you cannot provide your examination to the instructor by the due date (See exam due dates near the beginning of the syllabus.), please him as soon as possible (Prior to the examination due date, if possible.) when you become aware that there is a problem. Examination scores will not be curved. Grading: There are 340 possible course points in this course. Course grades will be determined on the basis of a straight 340 point scale, with total points earned (NOT a percentage of points earned on each examination equaling a letter grade on each exam) on the two essay exams determining your course grade. The first exam score and midterm letter grade will be posted on GAView and a midterm letter grade on the DUCK by midterm each semester. The midterm grade will only reflect the results of the first of the two course examinations and in no way is a predictor of future performance or the letter grade a student may earn for the course at the end of the semester. In fact, a student who earns a B midterm grade actually has done fairly poorly on the first exam, loosing at least 35 points (dropping one grade level) on that exam, before even taking the second exam. A final exam score, total points and a course letter grade will be posted on GAView and a letter grade on the DUCK at the end of the semester. The course letter grade will directly correlate with the total points you have earned on the two required essay examinations. Grading Scale A = (35 point range) B = (35 point range) C = (35 point range) D = (35 point range) F = 195 points or less NOTE: There are no bonus or extra credit assignments. Examination scores will not be curved. Grading will be further explained at orientation. Required Course Textbooks: (Available in the CSU Loch bookstore.) Introduction to Global Politics Second Edition, Steven Lamy, John Baylis, Steve Smith. New York: Oxford University Press, Course Outline and Reading Assignments for Each Examination: to be read prior to each examination - no specific due dates for reading, just be prepared for the examination. PART I. FOUNDATIONS Chapter 1. Introduction to Global Politics International Relations and Global Politics Global Actors Global Issues Theories of Global Politics What Are Theories? The Rise of Realism Rival Theories

6 Research Approaches and Levels of Analysis The Historical Approach The Social Scientific Approach: Levels of Analysis The Constructivist Approach Dimensions of Globalization Case Study: Global Production and the ipod Case Study: Cell Phones, Poverty, Civil War, Okapi, and Prostitution Chapter 2. The Evolution of Global Politics The Significance of the Peace of Westphalia Revolutionary Wars World Wars: Modern and Total Legacies and Consequences of European Colonialism Cold War Onset of the Cold War Conflict, Confrontation, and Compromise The Rise and Fall of Détente From Détente to A Second Cold War From the End of the Cold War to the War on Terrorism Globalization: Challenging the International Order? From Superpower to Hyperpower--US Primacy Europe in the New World System Russia: From Yeltsin to Putin East Asia: Primed for Rivalry? Latin America: Becoming Global Players The War on Terrorism: From 9/11 to Iraq and Afghanistan Global Perspective: Perception, Continuity, and Change after January 20, 2009 Case Study: The Iraq War and Its Origins PART II. THEORIES OF WORLD POLITICS Chapter 3. Realism and Liberalism What Is Realism? The Essential Realism One Realism, or Many? What Is Liberalism? Defining Liberaliscm The Essential Liberalism Neoliberalism Liberalism in Practice: Globalization Global Perspective: Russia and Realism Case Study: The Melian Dialogue--Realism and the Preparation for War Case Study: The Power of Ideas: Politics and Neoliberalism Chapter 4. Critical Approaches The Essential Marxism The Origins of World-System Theory

7 The Key Features of Wallerstein's World-System Theory Third-World Socialists Feminist Theory Constructivism Global Perspective: What Makes a Theory "Critical?" Case Study: Sexual Violence PART III. GLOBAL ACTORS Chapter 5. Making Foreign Policy What Is Foreign Policy? States, Nationalism, and National Interests Foreign Policy from Different Perspectives Who Makes Foreign Policy? What Do We Expect from Foreign Policy? Levels of Analysis in Foreign Policy Individual, or the Human Dimension Domestic Sources, or National Attributes Systemic Factors Global Factors The Foreign Policy Process Phase One: Initiation or Articulation Phase Phase Two: The Formulation of Foreign Policy Phase Three: Foreign Policy Implementation Phase Four: Foreign Policy Evaluation Foreign Policy Strategies and Tools Sticks: Military and Economic Tools Carrots: Foreign Assistance Sermons: Diplomatic Messaging and the Use of the Media Soft and Hard Power in Foreign Policy Foreign Policy Styles and Traditions Great Powers, Middle Powers, and Small States Great-Power Foreign Policy Middle-Power Foreign Policy Small-State Foreign Policy Case Study: Refugees Global Perspective: Central America: A Perpetual Pursuit of Union? Chapter 6. Global and Regional Governance International Law International Order and Institutions Criticisms of International Law From International to Supranational Law? The United Nations A Brief History of the United Nations and Its Principal Organs The Security Council The General Assembly

8 The Secretariat The Economic and Social Council The Trusteeship Council The International Court of Justice Maintenance of International Peace and Security Increased Attention to Conditions within States Intervention within States Economic and Social Questions The Reform Process of the United Nations Country Level Headquarters Level The EU and Other Regional Organizations The Process of European Integration Other Regional Actors: The African Union and the Organization of American States Case Study: The 2003 Intervention in Iraq Global Perspective: The UN and Environmental Protection Chapter 7. Global Civil Society Actors Problems with the State-centric Approach NGOs as Political Actors Types of NGOs Types of Interests NGOs Business International NGOs (BINGOs) Religious International NGOs (RINGOs) Other Nonstate Global Actors Transnational Social Movements Terrorist Organizations/Networks Multinational Corporations/Transnational Banks Think Tanks and Research Centers Foundations Critical Individuals International Organizations as Structures of Global Politics Case Study: The Baby Milk Advocacy Network Global Perspective: NGOs and Protecting the Rights of Children Midterm Examination (100 possible points) - Due to the instructor as an attachment by Noon, Saturday, June 21st. PART IV. GLOBAL ISSUES Chapter 8: International Security and Military Power What Is "Security"? The Mainstream Approaches to National Security Realist Views on Security Key Structural-Realist Assumptions Liberal Institutionalists on Global Security Alternative Views on Global Security

9 Constructivist Theory and War Critical Security Studies: Feminism Marxist and Radical Liberal, or Utopian, Views on Security The Changing Character of War The Nature of War The Revolution in Military Affairs Postmodern War Globalization and New Wars New Roles for NATO? Nuclear Proliferation and Nonproliferation The Zero Movement Proliferation Optimism and Pessimism Nature of Nuclear Weapons Nuclear Weapons Effects Nuclear Defense Theorizing Nuclear Proliferation Nuclear Motivations Nuclear Capabilities and Intentions Post-Cold War Antiproliferation Efforts Global Perspective: The Democratic Republic of the Congo Case Study: Asymmetric Conflict: The US and Iraq, Chapter 9. Terrorism and Globalization Defining Terrorism Terrorism: From Domestic to Global Phenomena ( ) The Impact of Globalization on Terrorism Cultural Explanations Economic Explanations Religion and "New" Terrorism Globalization, Technology, and Terrorism Proselytizing Coordination Security Mobility Lethality Combating Terrorism The Death of Bin Laden and the End of the War on Terrorism? Global Perspective: The Shanghai Cooperation Organization: Fighting Terrorism in the Former Communist Bloc Case Study: Cyberterrorism Chapter 10: Human Rights and Human Security What Are Human Rights? Human Rights and State Sovereignty What Is Human Security? History of Humanitarian Challenges

10 1948 and the Modern Agenda The 1990s: A Golden Era of Humanitarian Activism? Universalism Challenged Humanitarian Dimensions Political and Economic Rights Conflict, Human Rights, and Human Security Resources and Intervention Women, Conflict, and Human Security The Role of the International Community Case Study: Human Insecurity in Southeast Asia Global Perspective: Asian Values Chapter 11. International Political Economy in an Age of Globalization The Postwar World Economy Traditional Approaches to IPE: Liberal, Mercantilist, and Marxist The Liberal Tradition The Mercantilist Tradition The Marxist Tradition New Approaches to IPE Political Economy: The Application of Rational Choice to Groups Within the State Institutionalism: The Application of Rational Choice to States Constructivism The Globalization Debate in IPE Is Globalization Diminishing the Role of the State in the World Economy? The Global Skeptics New Constraints on States International Institutions in the Globalizing World-Economy Global Perspective: The Bretton Woods Institutions and the Global South Case Study: Microcredit: Empowering Women Through Investment Chapter 12. Global Trade and Finance Global Trade and Finance Actors A Globalizing Economy Cross-Border Transactions Open-Border Transactions Transborder Transactions Global Trade Transborder Production Transborder Products Global Finance Transplanetary Money Transplanetary Banking Transplanetary Securities Transplanetary Derivatives Continuity and Change in Economic Globalization Irregular Incidence

11 The Persistence of Territory The Survival of the State The Continuance of Nationalism and Cultural Diversity Global Perspective: NAFTA and Mexico Case Study: Southern Debt in Global Finance Chapter 13. Poverty, Development, and Hunger Poverty Development Post-1945 International Economic Liberalism and the Orthodox Development Model The Post-1945 International Economic Order: Results Economic Development: Orthodox and Alternative Evaluations Hunger The Orthodox, Nature-Focused Explanation of Hunger The Entitlement, Society-Focused Explanation of Hunger Globalization and Hunger Case Study 1: Ideas and Development in the Contemporary Coffee-Producing Sector Global Perspective: Life in Zimbabwe: Poverty, Hunger, Development, and Politics Case Study 2: Haiti: Poverty and Hunger Chapter 14. Environmental Issues Environmental Issues on the International Agenda: A Brief History The Environment and International Relations Theory The Functions of International Environmental Cooperation Transboundary Trade and Pollution Control Norm Creation Capacity Building Scientific Understanding Governing the Commons Environmental Regimes Climate Change Case Study: Common But Differentiated Responsibilities? Final Examination (100 possible points) - due to the instructor as an attachment by Noon, Saturday, July 26th. (The final examination is not cumulative, drawing upon only chapters eight through fourteen.) This syllabus is subject to revision where necessary to achieve course goals. If you have any questions regarding assignments, class sessions, tests or grading please speak with me, or Dr. Rafik Mohamed, Chair, Department of Social Sciences, Clayton Hall, Room T-109A, IMPORTANT COURSE INFORMATION- -PLEASE READ CAREFULLY- Dr. Joseph S. Trachtenberg Professor of Political Science

12 Homepage website: Office Telephone (voice mail): (678) (cell: text or call) I prefer to voice mail as both you and I may provide a more detailed message; I check my regularly Monday through Friday; please, no non-csu s. Generally, I will respond to your CSU message within 24 hours or less. COURSE INFORMATION Introduction to Global Issues - POLS 2401 Online Course Summer Semester st Short Session POLS CRN: 50154, Clayton Hall, Room T-222 OFFICE HOURS Office: Clayton Hall, Room T-105A Summer 2014 No regularly scheduled Summer on-campus office hours. By prior appointment at other mutually convenient times.