Assignment
Part I
On the exam I will choose ONE of the questions that appear in this section for your consideration. In your response you should aim for approximately 350-500 words. The questions that appear below offer you an opportunity to think critically about what you are learning. Offer concrete examples that illustrate the point that you are making. You are required to integrate readings and themes from the course into your post in a coherent fashion. Demonstrate that you have undertaken the readings relevant to each question in a timely fashion and that you have critically reflected on these readings. Note that more than one reading might be relevant to a particular question. It is your responsibility to ascertain what is the full range of relevant readings for any question.
When appropriate, refer to the readings in a formal manner. Cite sources when appropriate.
1. On balance is globalization a "positive" or "negative" phenomenon?
2. How does the concept of global citizenship differ from traditional definitions of citizenship?
3. What factors pose a challenge to the dominance of the nation-state as the primary actor in the international arena?
Part II
On the exam I will choose ONE of the questions that appear in this section for your consideration. In your response you should aim for approximately 350-500 words. The questions that appear below offer you an opportunity to think critically about what you are learning. Offer concrete examples that illustrate the point that you are making. You are required to integrate readings and themes from the course into your posts in a coherent fashion. Demonstrate that you have undertaken the readings relevant to each question in a timely fashion and that you have critically reflected on these readings. Note that more than one reading might be relevant to a particular question. It is your responsibility to ascertain what is the full range of relevant readings for any question. When appropriate, refer to the readings in a formal manner. Cite sources when appropriate.
1. Why was the United Nations formed and what are some of its strengths and weaknesses?
2. Why are nation-states sometimes willing to compromise their sovereignty in order to gain or maintain membership in international and/or regional organizations?
3. What are the three most compelling reasons why one should be interested in global studies? Explain.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.