Agenda for 2/10

1. Debate: Should rich nations pay to preserve the rain forest?

2. Click here to login to the online quiz about the story we just listened to. 

• Type "AMERICASRESPONSE" into to "room name" box

3. International Relations Vocab Quiz

4. Assignment #6 -  Globalization - Good or Bad?

• Using the slide show write a paragraph where you explain your opinion about whether globalization has been a good thing for the world.
• Make sure you take a clear side.
• Provide a clear definition of globalization
• Provide at least three specific reasons/examples to support your opinion.
• You must mention at least one reason why you support the opposing side
• Your paragraph should start with a thesis statement:
• Although (one reason that goes against your opinion), more importantly (state your opinion).

Upload your finished paragraph to eBackpack Assignment #6

Agenda for 2/8

1. 10 Things to Know About Today

2. Review HW

1. What is globalization?

Globalization is the way that local or national ways of doing things become global, that is, done together around the world. It is about economics or trade, technology, politics, and culture.

Put simply, globalization refers to the way that countries, people, governments, economies, and cultures are increasingly connected to each other, influenced by each other and reliant on each other.

2. Give two reasons why some people are fearful of globalization.

A. Some countries (like the US) can dominate globalization and push their beliefs, customs, and needs onto other people

B. Some countries could lose out economically to countries that are more powerful than them

3. Give one positive and one negative effect of economic globalization. 

A.  It allows the world to work together more cooperatively

B. The interests of some countries can dominate those of others - not everyone gets an equal say, or equal benefit

4. Supporters and critics have different views on who bene ts most from free trade.

A. Supporters - Who benefits? Everyone, from workers, to industries, investors, consumers.

B. Critics - Who benefits? Big businesses and corporations. Bigger countries like the US and China.

5. Name three global health concerns that are widespread and especially deadly.

A. HIV Aids

B. Malaria

C. Malnutrition/Hunger

6. In general, what are the primary differences between richer/Northern countries and poorer/Southern countries on global environmental issues?

Northern (wealthier) Countries

• Environmental Conditions - healthier environment, 
• Use of Resources - use more resources
• Contributions to Pollution - generates more of the pollution (until recently)
• Population Growth - slower population growth

Southern (poorer) Countries

• Environmental Conditions - more diseases, harsher environmental conditions
• Use of Resources - use less resources
• Contributions to Pollution - generates less of the pollution (until recently)
• Population Growth - faster population growth

7. What is an international organization? Give three examples of international organizations.

International governmental organizations (IGOs) seek to resolve problems that affect multiple states. These groups set rules for states that choose to be members and work together to solve world problems.

8. Why do some people call for reform of the structure of the UN? What problems do they see?

Some people believe that certain powerful nations have too much power/control in the UN. They want changes to make it more democratic, so that all nations have an equal voice in solving world problems.

9. What are human rights? Why do some states resist a universal international human rights standard?

Fundamental and absolute rights that every human being possesses, regardless of national laws or cultural traditions. Some of the fundamental human rights, as expressed in the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights, include the right to life, liberty, security, sufficient standard of living, equality under the law, education, freedom of movement, and freedom of thought and religion. 

Some argue that beliefs in individual liberty and equality originated in the West, and are not shared or valued by other cultures, particularly those with strong communal traditions. Basically, not all countries agree to what human rights should be.

10. Look at the Universal Declaration of Human Rights table on page 19. List two rights from the Uni- versal Declaration that also appear in the amendments to the U.S. Constitution. Then list two that do not appear.

Major Elements of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

Everyone is entitled to: 

• life
• liberty
• security
• a nationality
• freedom from slavery, discrimina- tion, or torture
• equal protection under the law
• presumption of innocence until proven guilty
• freedom from arbitrary interference with privacy
• freedom of movement
• freedom to marry and start a family
• ownership of property
• freedom of thought, opinion, expres- sion, association, and religion
• suffrage (the right to vote)
• social security
• work and membership in trade unions
• fair wages and equal pay for equal work
• rest and periodic holidays with pay
• an adequate standard of living
• free basic education 

3. Review International Relations Terminology

HW - Prepare for International Relations Terminology (Vocab) Quiz

Agenda for 2/4

1. 10 Things to Know Today

2. Foreign Policy Values Quiz - (Assignment #4 on eBackpack)

3. Understanding the US Role in the World

• Debating the "four questions"

4. International Relations Vocabulary - With your group:

• define the words you've been assigned - use words you understand
• Add your words and definitions to this Google Doc - International Relations Vocab
• Review Vocabulary as a class

5. Part II Reading and Study Guide

• begin work on the Part II Reading and Study Guide

HW - Finish Part II Reading and Study Guide (Assignment #5 - take photo of study guide and upload to eBackpack)

Agenda for 2/2

1. 10 Things to Know Today

2. Defining Foreign Policy Values

In a new Notability note, Google Doc, or Pages doc:

• A. Find and write down the definitions for each of the 10 foreign policy values.
• B. Identify your top 3 values (in terms of importance). Write 3-4 sentences explaining why you believe each of those values to be important.
• C. Identify the value you think is least important. Write 3-4 sentences explaining why.

When complete turn in your work to "Assignment #4" on eBackpack

 3. Review/Discuss Values and Voting with our feet! Be ready to explain your values to the class.

4. Applying your values to the most pressing foreign policy issues for 2016  

HW - Be prepared for QUIZ next class.

• Be able to identify, define and explain the value you believe in most strongly.
• Ge able to identify, define and explain the value you disagree with most strongly.

Agenda for 1/29

1. 10 Things to Know Today

• Read about Zika virus.
• How should the US respond to global disease outbreaks?

2. Finish "US Role in the World - Ballot"

3. US Role in the World - Ballot Reflections

• Articulate which "Part 1 Future" you believe in most strongly and WHY.

• 5 mins - Meet with a student who has the same “ideal future” for America's role in the world (Part 1). Write down the reason he or she gives for why they believe in that future most strongly.

• 5 mins - Meet with another student who has the same “ideal future” for America's role in the world (Part 1). Write down the reason he or she gives for why they believe in that future most strongly.

• 5 mins - Meet with a student who has a different "ideal future." Write down the reason he or she gives for why they believe in that future most strongly.

• 5 mins - Meet with another student who has a different "ideal future." Write down the reason he or she gives for why they believe in that future most strongly.

4. Return to your seat and reflect upon the answers from the other students. 

• In what ways is opinion similar or different from the students who shared your ideal future?
• Why do you disagree with the students who chose a different ideal future? 

5. The most pressing foreign policy issues for 2016  

Agenda for 1/27

1. 10 things to know today

• Pick one of the 10 events/issues that either is an event in a foreign country, or involves the US and their relationship with a foreign country.
• Read the short summary. Click on and read the article linked to at the end of the summary.
• Write a short paragraph explaining the issue and any opinion you have about it.
• Upload your paragraph to eBackpack Assignment #2

2. What is "American foreign policy?" What does it include?

America’s foreign policy today covers a wide range of functions and issues. It includes:

A. establishing and maintaining diplomatic relations with other countries and international organizations such as the United Nations and the Organization of American States

B. peacekeeping functions such as working with allies to assure regional and international security and arms-control efforts

C. a range of international economic issues including trade, travel, and business

D. foreign aid and disaster relief

E. a leadership role in peacemaking around the globe by trying to negotiate treaties and agreements to end regional conflicts

F. a role in trying to address international economic and environmental problems.  

4. Foreign Policy Values Survey.

HW - Prepare for Quiz on the Foreign policy functions. You will need to identify and describe your TOP 3 most important functions.

Agenda for 1/25

1. 10 things to know today

2. Introduction to Mr. Parise and the Terms and Conditions of the class

3. What is "American foreign policy?" What does it include?

• With the other students at your table, decide which three of the foreign policy functions below are the most critical to the country. See sure to have a reason for each one!

• Copy A-F below into a new notatibility note, and define any words/terms you are unsure of

America’s foreign policy today covers a wide range of functions and issues. It includes:

A. establishing and maintaining diplomatic relations with other countries and international organizations such as the United Nations and the Organization of American States

B. peacekeeping functions such as working with allies to assure regional and international security and arms-control efforts

C. a range of international economic issues including trade, travel, and business

D. foreign aid and disaster relief

E. a leadership role in peacemaking around the globe by trying to negotiate treaties and agreements to end regional conflicts

F. a role in trying to address international economic and environmental problems. 

4. Foreign Policy Values Survey.