History

Beginning any philosophy course with the classical Greeks can be a challenge for modern students because many of the references in their writings are not applicable today. What about the more modern philosophers though? Like those of the past, the modern philosophers have significant influence over modern political systems.   Sartre, a winner of the […]

Write a paper about a president/presidency during the postwar period. This paper should focus on external as well as internal consequences. This paper must include a discussion of the following topics:   A thorough summary of the presidency, including the incidents that took place and the key individuals The importance of the presidency in the […]

Why did the Soviet Union collapse? How did this occur? What were the ramifications for Europe? The world?   3 pages in length 2  sources APA FORMAT Reference Page

Assignment 1: The Cold War and U.S. Diplomacy   Select a president from the table, “Presidents and Their ‘Doctrines,’” in Roskin, Chapter 4. Then write a 3-5 page paper on the doctrine that president used according to Roskin. Your research must include at least four (4) credible sources, apart from your textbook. Your paper must […]

What factors contributed to the division of Europe into two hostile blocs prior to WWI? What role did the Western powers play in the Middle East after WWI? How did the Western presence shape Middle Eastern nationalist movements? How would you explain the pattern of post-Cold War development in Eastern Europe? Why were some states […]

Prepare: Read Chapters 4 and 6 of the textbook and watch To Conquer or Redeem. Reflect: As you learn about American Imperialism, think about the factors that contributed to it. Consider the importance of the expansion of the Navy, the technological advancements, and the need for markets brought on by the Industrial Revolution. Think also about the idea […]

Now, select two works, each from different regions within the same time period and movement (other than the Baroque movement). Below are some examples of regions to explore within a particular movement (choose two regions): Italy France Northern Europe Spain United States Between the two works of art, what similarities and differences do you see […]

Examine these three regions during the Baroque period. Using the questions art historians ask and the words that art historians use, what are some key similarities and differences between the three regions in terms of media (materials), methods, and subjects? Why might these differences between regions exist?

Prepare: Explore The Political Compass website and take the quiz. Take the time to notice where your responses landed you on the Political Compass grid and where that point is in relation to world leaders. Then, read Chapters 13 and 14 in your textbook and the article, “The Rise of Conservatism Since World War II.” Reflect: Consider the information […]

Prepare: Read Chapters 1, 2, and 3 of your textbook and explore the Alien Menace article thoroughly, viewing all of the links. You are not required to answer the questions on the website, only to consider them. Choose the group that you plan to focus on during this course and in your Final Project. You must choose from […]