Course: Introduction to International Relations (PSC*102*1) Course Description: As the title suggests, the objective of this course is to take an introductory look at the field of International Relations. As such, the course takes a bit of a “shotgun" approach as it examines a wide variety of concepts, issues, debates, ideologies, and theoretical perspectives that have traditionally defined the discipline of International Relations. In particular, we will examine core issues such as international conflict, cooperation, globalization, international law, human rights, economic development, poverty, as well as terrorism. We will also devote a great deal of time discussing the dominant theoretical perspective of international relations including realism, liberalism, Marxism, constructivism, and feminism. All in all, you should expect to emerge from the course with a greatly improved understanding of the world around you. Grade Breakdown: Midterm Exam 25 percent Final Exam 30 percent Critical Reflections 15 percent Weekly Blog entries 10 percent Participation/Attendance 20 percent