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Course Outline
HIST 211
U.S. in World Affairs I
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| Credits: 5 |
Clock Hours per Quarter: 50
AA Discipline: [Social Sciences]
Lecture Hours:50
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Description
Examination of American involvement in international affairs. Study includes this country's foreign policy actions as a world power, with special attention given to both the policy makers and critics of our nations position on significant international issues from the colonial period to the beginning of the 20th Century. Recommended: READ 088 or higher. Student may not earn credit for both HIST 211 and POLS 211. |
Intended Learning Outcomes
Gain knowledge and historical perspective concerning U.S. Foreign Policy
Learn to critically interpret actions and decisions by our government, and its policy makers
Learn to practice research techniques using primary sources
Hone skills in public debate
Improve study skills while working within deadlines (assignments)
Practice collaborative work techniques (with other students)
Improve reading and writing skills through formal assignments
Practice computer/internet usage (formal assignments)
Learn and practice skills concerning diversity (openness to new ideas and empathy towards the citizens of other nations)
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Course Topics
Colonial Governments
British Colonial Policy
Colonial "Policymakers"
Revolutionary Issues (rebellion, legal arguments, foreign alliances, etc.)
Revolutionary "Policymakers"
Confederation Era (1776-87) Policy and Foreign Policy
Early U.S. economic policy
North American Territorial issues (Europeans and Indigenous nations)
International legal issues (boundary, trade, and maritime)
U.S. Presidents (Washington - Wilson) policies
Treaties (International and Domestic)
State department development
Evolution of a Foreign Policy Ideology
Foundations of Colonialism
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Syllabi
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Instructor |
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| HIST 211 |
Winter 2010 |
1257 |
Jim Peitersen |
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| HIST 211 |
Fall 2008 |
1260 |
Jim Peitersen |
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| HIST 211 |
Fall 2007 |
1260 |
Jim Peitersen |
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Two Year Projected Schedule
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Two** |
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Summer |
Mini |
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Summer |
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*If fall quarter starts on an odd year (2003, 2005, etc.), it's Year One.
**If fall quarter starts on an even year (2002, 2004, etc.), it's Year Two.
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