International
Politics
International Politics, PS 240.003
M,W,F 1:00-1:50,
Ortega Hall Rm 149
Gregory Gleason Fall 2000
Read the
review materials for final exam. The course final exam.
DESCRIPTION OF COURSE: This course in International Politics is a
survey of the history, the methods of analysis, and substantive issues of
relations among states in the contemporary world. This course is
designed as a foundation for further study in international studies, but may be
valuable to anyone seeking to better understand the nature of the international
community. Topics include the history of diplomacy, the struggle for power and
wealth among states, the role of international organizations such as the United
Nations, and the efforts of states to cooperate to promote democratic,
sustainable development.
DESCRIPTION OF GLOBALIZATION: The transition to a borderless information
and economic space on a world wide level-- globalization--is transforming the way
that people and organizations deal with one another around the globe. Local
markets for capital, goods, services, and information are being integrated into
international markets. Computers and electronic transmission technology are
transforming the world into a single information field. International standards
for products, services, practices, and procedures are replacing local custom
and habit. Fundamental change is taking place in how societies distinguish
between the public and private sectors. Globalization is opening vast new
possibilities for the creation of prosperity and for the improvement of the
human condition. At the same time, globalization is giving rise to unique
administrative challenges. Local decision making bodies are increasingly
required to conform to international demands and standards.
Redesign of the private sector is taking place most significantly in the
world's emerging markets and countries undergoing the post-communist transition
from collectivist political and economic institutions to market economics and
open political relationships.
CURRICULUM
STRUCTURE AND COURSE ADMINISTRATION This course uses web-based curriculum
materials. The course reading materials
are available in two categories, the analytical materials and the laboratory materials. The materials specify the topics
for the course. The course reading
materials cover a wide spectrum, ranging from scholarly analysis drawn from the
world of academia to coverage of contemporary events drawn from electronic and
print news sources. The materials also
include policy analysis produced by governments, international organizations,
and non-governmental organizations.
Students will participate in laboratory
sessions on a regular basis. These
laboratory sessions will provide an opportunity to interact with the instructor
and student colleagues to analyze theoretical and applied problems of the transition
of post-communist systems. In the
context of the laboratory sessions, each student will join a Sector Group in
order to specialize on a particular problem or set of problems.
Gregory Gleason's office is located
in room 3038 of the Social Science Building (Bldg. #78).
His office hours are Mondays and Wednesdays 2-4 pm and at other times by appointment. His phone is
277-7391, fax is 277-3161 and his email is gleasong@unm.edu.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS The course schedule specifies the sequence and treatment
of topics. Grading for the course is based upon 1) quizzes (10 percent);
2) Sector Group participation as indicated by results of lab reports (25 percent);
3) a mid term (25 percent); and 4) a final exam (40 percent).
Compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act:
Qualified students with disabilities needing appropriate academic adjustments
should contact the instructor as soon as possible to ensure their needs are met
in a timely manner. Handouts are available in alternative accessible formats
upon request.
Social Science Bldg. Rm
3038
Albuquerque, NM 87131
505-277-7391 and 505-277-3161 (fax)
