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Advances in International Relations Theory, Spring 2003
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Abstract: Critical analysis of contending theories of international relations. Focus is on alternative theoretical assumptions, different analytical structures, and a common core of concepts and content. Comparative analysis of realism(s), liberalism(s), institutionalism(s), and new emergent theories. Discussion ... More »
Assertiveness for Students
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Abstract: This lesson will introduce middle school students to assertive behavior as a tool for dealing with disagreements or conflicts with others.
Breaking Up is Hard to Do
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Abstract: The collapse of the Soviet State in 1991 was followed by Chechen President Dzhokhar Dudayev's declaration of the Chechen Republic's independence from Moscow. Concerned over the loss of its territorial integrity, Russian troops invaded the breakaway republic and a civil war ensued. In l996, Chechen rebels ... More »
Chinese Foreign Policy, Fall 2005
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Abstract: This lecture course provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the international relations of the People's Republic of China. China's foreign relations during the Cold War as well as contemporary diplomatic, security and economic issues will be examined to identify and explain China's foreign ... More »
Cities in Conflict: Theory and Practice, Fall 2003
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Abstract: This course's aims are two-fold: 1) to offer students the theoretical and practical tools to understand how and why cities become torn by ethnic, religious, racial, nationalist, and/or other forms of identity that end up leading to conflict, violence, inequality, and social injustice; and 2) to use this ... More »
Citizenship and Pluralism, Fall 2003
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Abstract: This course will serve as both an introduction to contemporary political philosophy and a way to explore issues of pluralism and multiculturalism. Racial and ethnic groups, national minorities, aboriginals, women, sexual minorities, and other groups have organized to highlight injustice and demand recognition ... More »
Civil War, Spring 2005
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Abstract: Subject surveys the social science literature on civil war. It studies the origins of civil war, discusses variables affecting duration, and examines termination of conflict. Subject is highly interdisciplinary and covers a wide variety of cases, although with concentration on various Balkan civil wars.
Combatants for Peace: The Israeli/Palestinian Conflict
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Abstract: Combatants for Peace: Sulaiman Khatib and Yonatan Shapira on the Israeli/Palestinian Conflict Sponsored by Faculty for Israeli-Palestinian Peace, Students for Justice in Palestine, Israel Action Committee, Peace and Conflict Studies Program, Peace Studies Student Association, PeacePower Magazine, ... More »
Conflict
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Abstract: A collection of downloadable video clips on the theme of Conflict, with guiding questions for students. Clips are drawn from the following PBS WIDE ANGLE documentaries: "Greetings from Grozny" (2002), "Ladies First" (2004), "Suicide Bombers" (2004).
Conflict Management: Translating criticisms and complaints into requests
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Abstract: CHALLENGE FOUR is to translate your (and other people's) complaints and criticisms into specific requests, and explain the positive outcomes envisioned in your requests. In order to get more cooperation from others, whenever possible ask for what you want by using specific, action-oriented, positive ... More »
Conflict Resolution/Self-Discipline
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Abstract: Students will define the character trait self-discipline by listening to the story "Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse" by Kevin Henkes. They will then learn a 3R strategy: Retreat, Rethink, and React, in order to handle conflicts. This strategy can be applied to the events in this story.
Dying to be a Martyr
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Abstract: The Middle East conflict and terrorism are issues we hear about almost daily in the news. This lesson will use video clips from WIDE ANGLE's 'Suicide Bombers' (2004), Internet sites, and primary sources to examine the roots of the Middle East conflict. The video contains interviews with young Palestinians ... More »
Economic Applications of Game Theory, Fall 2002
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Abstract: Analysis of strategic behavior in multi-person economic settings. Introduction to Nash equilibrium and its refinements: subgame-perfect equilibrium and sequential equilibrium. Applications drawn from labor economics, the economics of organization, industrial organization, international trade, and macroeconomics.
Economic Applications of Game Theory, Fall 2005
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Abstract: Analysis of strategic behavior in multi-person economic settings. Introduction to Nash equilibrium and its refinements: subgame-perfect equilibrium and sequential equilibrium. Applications drawn from labor economics, the economics of organization, industrial organization, international trade, and macroeconomics. ... More »
Environmental Conflict and Social Change, Fall 2005
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Abstract: This graduate-level class explores the complex interrelationships among humans and natural environments, focusing on non-western parts of the world in addition to Europe and the United States. It uses environmental conflict to draw attention to competing understandings and uses of "nature" as well as ... More »
Environmental Struggles, Fall 2004
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Abstract: This class explores the interrelationship between humans and natural environments. It does so by focusing on conflict over access to and use of the environment as well as ideas about "nature" in various parts of the world.
Ethnic and National Identity, Spring 2005
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Abstract: An introduction to the cross-cultural study of ethnic and national identity. Students explore the history of nationalism, focusing on ideologies about the nation-state, and look at the ways gender, religious and racial identities intersect with ethnic and national ones. Ethnic conflict is examined, along ... More »
First Person Narratives: Tamalpais High School's Conservatory Theater Ensemble
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Abstract: SPARK visits students in the Conservatory Theatre Ensemble at Mt. Tamalpais High School and follows their production from first interview to finished performance, as they document the history of protest in the Mill Valley community. This Educator Guide explores the history of documentary theatre.
Forbidden Territory: Traveling Jewish Theatre
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Abstract: SPARK visits the ensemble of the Traveling Jewish Theatre in a bold and moving play about the Middle East conflict called Blood Relative. This Educator Guide addresses collaborative theatre, political theatre, and the history of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.
International Political Economy of Advanced Industrial Societies, Spring 2007
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Abstract: Seminar provides an overview of international political economy with specific reference to the advanced industrial societies. Integrates international and comparative perspectives and fuses microeconomic and institutionalist approaches. Compares and contrasts the role of states in regulating intergroup ... More »