POSC 4405 Global Issues

An interdisciplinary course focusing on the interplay of cultural, economic, environmental, political and social factors in global issues and problems. Topics to be examined may include the present and future state of life on Earth, natural resource issues, economic and social development, and world conflict and peace.

Credits

3

Typically Offered

As needed

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Think critically and analytically about the forces and factors that shape the behavior of national governments and other important actors in the international system.
2. Promote critical thought and reflection about international relations (i.e., countries in the international system other than the US), as well as the role of the US in the world.
3. A thorough knowledge of varying points of view and interpretations by other theorists and societies as to the best way in which to function in international society.
4. An in-depth understanding of the global issues that impact out international society.
5. The ability to use the offered theories to analyze and critically assess the global issues that will be covered in class.
6. Expanded critical analysis skills through the readings in the books and other supplemental material and writing assignments for this course.