Assignment:
Your task in Part A is to apply the analytical power of IR theories to the quandary of global climate change politics, offering perspectives on cooperation and conflict in Glasgow. To do so, select (6) of the following (8) theories and answer the following questions.
• What are the key assumptions of X theory?
• How would this theory describe the problem of global climate change politics?
• How would this theory prescribe effective solutions, if any?
• (1) page per theory will suffice.
Here is a list of IR theories we've studied this quarter:
1. Normative IR theory
2. Realism
3. Liberalism
4. Constructivism
5. Marxism
6. Postcolonialism
7. Feminism
8. Green Theory
B. Write a response to (1) of the following two questions:
1. Write a critical reaction to the Frontline documentary about the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan that we watched earlier in the quarter. What do you see as the most salient issues raised in the documentary? What would you advise the international community to do to ensure peace and a hopeful future in the country? Reference specific moments in the documentary or quotes by individuals to help you compose your answer. To assist your critical reaction, you may also refer to reactions your classmates had in the Canvas discussion space for this film. (1 to 2 pages)
2. Write a critical reaction to the textbook we've read this quarter - Richard Haass' The World: A Brief Introduction. What do you consider its strengths and weaknesses as text for an introductory international relations course? What did you learn most from the book in terms of the ideas, concepts, or issues it raises, and what would you like to study further as a result? (1 to 2 pages)
Question:
What have you learned about the international relations of the country you are following this quarter for the World News assignment? (1 full paragraph)