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講義概要/Course description
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This course is designed to introduce students to the key concepts, approaches and major controversies in globalization. It helps students understand what globalization is, what it is not, and why it is viewed as such a powerful—and controversial—transformative force in the contemporary world. The course also offers students the opportunity to develop their English communication skills by reading, discussing, and debating about the key controversies surrounding globalization. Two categories of issue areas are considered during this semester (additional issue areas are addressed in Global Studies I during the spring semester). The first involves the impact of globalization on security policies, including international terrorism, nuclear proliferation, and great power conflict. The second focus on globalization’s impact on the environment and public health, including climate change, alternative energy, and the spread of pandemics. Bi-weekly reading assignments, debate preparation, and a final exam require students to spend about 120 minutes preparing for class each week.
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達成目標/Course objectives
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The goals of the course are as follows:
① To help students understand the key concepts and approaches in globalization.
② To provide students with an understanding of the major controversies in and contending perspectives of globalization.
③ To help students improve their English communication skills by reading, discussing, and debating about global issues.
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履修条件（事前に履修しておくことが望ましい科目など）/Prerequisite
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None
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授業計画/Lecture plan
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1
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| 授業計画/Class |
Course Overview: What Is Globalization?
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| 事前学習/Preparation |
No readings
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| 事後学習/Reviewing |
Review class notes
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2
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| 授業計画/Class |
Globalization and Politics
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| 事前学習/Preparation |
Readings:
Berger, Suzanne. 2000. “Globalization and Politics.” Annual Review of Political Science. 3: 43–62.
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| 事後学習/Reviewing |
Review class notes
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3
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Terrorism and Security
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| 事前学習/Preparation |
Readings:
Haas & Hird, Controversies in Globalization (2013), Chapter 5: 131-156.
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| 事後学習/Reviewing |
Review class notes
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4
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Debate #1: Is International Terrorism a Major Challenge for National Security?
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| 事前学習/Preparation |
Prepare for debate
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Review class notes |
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5
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The Spread of Nuclear Weapons
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| 事前学習/Preparation |
Readings:
Haas & Hird, Controversies in Globalization (2013), Chapter 6: 157-188.
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| 事後学習/Reviewing |
Review class notes
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6
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Debate #2: Should the International Community Pursue Nuclear Nonproliferation?
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| 事前学習/Preparation |
Prepare for debate
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Review class notes
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7
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The Future of International Conflict
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Readings:
Haas & Hird, Controversies in Globalization (2013), Chapter 9: 245-277. |
| 事後学習/Reviewing |
Review class notes
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8
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Debate #3: Is War Between the Great Powers Likely?
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Prepare for debate
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Review class notes |
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9
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Climate Change and the Environment
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| 事前学習/Preparation |
Readings:
Haas & Hird, Controversies in Globalization (2013), Chapter 10: 278-317.
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| 事後学習/Reviewing |
Review class notes |
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10
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Debate #4: Can International Regimes Reduce Dependence on Fossil Fuels?
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Prepare for debate
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Review class notes
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11
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The Future of Energy
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Readings:
Haas & Hird, Controversies in Globalization (2013), Chapter 318-340.
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| 事後学習/Reviewing |
Review class notes
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12
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Debate #5: Should Governments Encourage the Development of Alternative Energy Sources?
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Prepare for debate
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Review class notes |
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13
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The HIV Pandemic
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| 事前学習/Preparation |
Readings:
Haas & Hird, Controversies in Globalization (2013), Chapter 12: 341-360.
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| 事後学習/Reviewing |
Review class notes
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14
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Debate #6: Should Rich Countries Promote Anti-HIV Programs in Poor Countries?
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Prepare for debate
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Review class notes
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15
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Review for Final Exam and Closing Thoughts
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No readings
Prepare for final exam |
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Prepare for final exam |
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授業方法/Method of instruction
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| Two methods of instruction are used in this class. In the first, class begins with an interactive lecture in which the instructor explains material from the assigned readings while asking questions of students and responding to questions they raise. The lecture is followed by either one instructor-led class discussion or multiple discussions by student groups, the results of which are reported to the entire class at the end of the session. In the second, a formal debate, moderated by the instructor, is conducted in which two teams of students take opposing positions on a particular controversy in globalization. Debate teams are assigned beforehand and students prepare in advance as homework assignments. |
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成績評価方法/Evaluation
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100%
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20% Class Participation
30% Class Debates
50% Final Exam
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教科書/Textbooks
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Hass, Peter and John Hird, eds. 2013. Controversies in Globalization: Contending Approaches to International Relations, Second Edition. CQ Press. (paperback version)
Note: This textbook is also used in Global Studies I. Students planning to take both courses are recommended to purchase the textbook. Students not planning to take both courses can find the textbook on reserve at the library.
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参考書/Reference books
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Additional reading materials may be distributed in class.
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メッセージ/Message
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Students will be expected to participate actively in class activities, including attending class, completing all readings prior to the lecture for which they are assigned, and contributing to all in-class group activities and debates. This course is ideal for students with interests in globalization, international political economy, comparative politics, and international relations.
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その他/Others
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Students should be aware that the class will be conducted entirely in English. The instructor is a native English speaker. Please also note the syllabus is subject to change once the semester begins.
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キーワード/Keywords
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globalization
political science
comparative politics
international relations
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