POLI 475
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Civil Wars and Ethnic Violence
Political Science
College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences
Course Description
Foundations of ethnic and nationalist identities and how they related to civil wars worldwide, emphasizing theoretical explanations of civil wars and their resolution. Key civil war cases examined.
When Taught
Contact Department
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3
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Other Prerequisites
Poli 200.
Recommended
Poli 150 or 250; 170 or 270; 328
Title
Political Process, Theory, and Thought
Learning Outcome
Students will gain a knowledge of countries and wars, theoretically and factually
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Effective Writing
Learning Outcome
Students will write a professional research paper.
Title
Critical Thinking and Analysis
Learning Outcome
Students will think critically, analytically and synthetically
Title
Political Process, Theory, and Thought
Learning Outcome
Possess a factual and theoretical knowledge of countries, political processes, political theories, and political thought.
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Effective Research and Analysis
Learning Outcome
Use appropriate methods of analysis and research, including qualitative and quantitative methods, historical comparison, and textual interpretation to answer political questions.
Title
Effective and Professional Writing
Learning Outcome
Write professional grade research papers on political science questions.
Title
Critical Thinking and Analysis
Learning Outcome
Think critically, analytically, and synthetically.
