POLI 376
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U.S. Foreign Policy
Course Description
Formation, implementation, analysis, and criticism of themes in American foreign policy.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Min
3
Fixed/Max
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Title
Explain sources of decision-making
Learning Outcome
Identify and explain major sources of U.S. foreign policy decision-making.
Title
Explain foreign policy tools
Learning Outcome
Identify and explain both the "what" and the "why" of various foreign policy tools.
Title
Provide foreign policy recommendations
Learning Outcome
Evaluate a foreign policy issue, analyze the trade-offs between different policy options, and provide a well-defended policy recommendation.
Title
Engage empathetically
Learning Outcome
Engage more empathetically with policy decision-makers (and others), improving their ability to engage without agreement.
Title
Critically engage assumptions
Learning Outcome
Critically engage the assumptions underlying different conceptions of American foreign policy.
Title
Improve critical thinking skills
Learning Outcome
Become more adept and capable at thinking critically and at a higher level of nuance and complexity.
