International Relations Lessons

Explore the principles of international relations and their influence on global governance, with a focus on diplomacy and political systems. Gain insights into the roles of democracies and authoritarian regimes in world politics, enhancing understanding of international negotiations and problem-solving strategies.

Examine the evolution of U.S. foreign policy focusing on U.S. imperialism, with an emphasis on the strategies of Presidents Roosevelt, Taft, and Wilson. Understand the significance of Big Stick, Dollar, and Moral Diplomacy in the context of the United States' emergence as a global power. Analyze these diplomatic strategies to gain insight into the transformation of the U.S. on the world stage.

Examine key aspects of U.S. foreign policy under President Roosevelt, focusing on diplomatic efforts and influential doctrines such as the Monroe Doctrine and Big Stick Policy. Understand the strategic use of diplomacy and military force in shaping international relations and the United States' emergence as a world power.

Analyze key components of US foreign policy by examining economic, defense, and security issues. Develop a comprehensive understanding of their impact on international relationships and strategic actions.

Explore significant historical events and political systems from the 19th to the early 20th century, examining European influences and global shifts in power. Gain insights into the development and impact of these systems and events, enhancing understanding of historical and political dynamics during this period.

Analyze the critical events of the Cuban Missile Crisis and examine pivotal decisions made by global leaders during this tense period. Develop skills in historical crisis analysis and understand the intricacies of Cold War diplomacy and strategic decision-making.

Explore significant Cold War events and policies such as the Cuban Missile Crisis, arms race, and détente. Gain the ability to identify key historical actions and comprehend the impact of these policies on global political dynamics.

Explore the transformative diplomatic initiatives of the Nixon administration, focusing on key changes in U.S. relations with the USSR and China during the Cold War era. Gain an understanding of historical foreign policy strategies and evaluate the effects of the OPEC embargo on American domestic policy.

Explore the pivotal events and policies that established the United States as a global power by examining the Spanish-American War, Theodore Roosevelt's "Big Stick" policy, and the theme of American expansionism. Understand the driving motivations behind territorial expansion, gain skills in analyzing historical political cartoons, and recognize the influential role of journalism in shaping public opinion during the war.

Examine the complex political dynamics of the Cold War era, focusing on tensions between superpowers and the effects of nuclear weapons proliferation and treaties. Gain insights into the geopolitical strategies, the arms race, and the outcomes of international diplomacy that shaped this period.

Explore Soviet Ambassador Nikolai Novikov's analysis of American foreign policy during the early Cold War period, contrasting it with the Truman Doctrine. Enhance critical understanding of post-war geopolitical strategies and differing international perspectives.

Explore the complex elements influencing international relations and foreign policy, including national attitudes, economic factors, and strategic alliances. Understand how global debt affects diplomatic decisions and identify characteristics of effective foreign policy. Develop skills to critically assess international interactions.

Explore the constitutional powers granted to U.S. presidents in foreign policy, focusing on the use of executive agreements and treaties as delineated in Article II of the Constitution. Gain insights into the practical application of these powers and understand the rationale behind the increased use of executive agreements, enhancing comprehension of historical and contemporary foreign policy strategies.

Understand key terms in modern global history such as yellow journalism, imperialism, and foreign policy. Master these concepts to enhance analytical skills in evaluating historical and contemporary international relations, recognizing their impact on global dynamics.

Analyze the key aspects of US imperialism and the Big Stick Policy, focusing on motives, justifications, and outcomes. Understand the historical events and policies that illustrate the influence of US foreign policy on global affairs and its implications. Gain insights into how these dynamics shaped international relations and developed critical thinking on the broader impacts of historical US strategies.

Analyze various global conflicts and diplomacy tactics to cultivate critical thinking and conflict resolution skills. Gain insights into applying these skills to comprehend current events and promote global peace and cooperation.

Analyze the strategic and economic motivations that influenced United States foreign policy from 1890 to 1917, examining pivotal events and international engagements. Develop a comprehensive understanding of key diplomatic doctrines and policies to enhance analytical skills in assessing historical foreign policy decisions.

Analyze American Imperialism's pivotal events and ramifications during the Spanish American War, examining early 20th-century U.S. foreign policies. Evaluate significant historical actions to understand their impact on international relations and the expansion of U.S. global influence.

Explore the mathematical concepts of relations and functions by focusing on identifying the domain and range, and determining when a relation qualifies as a function. Develop the ability to analyze various mathematical relations, enhancing the understanding of function properties and honing skills in distinguishing functional relationships.

Engage in an evaluation of skills covered over two consecutive learning days, featuring diverse questions and exploratory exercises. Learners will consolidate their understanding of key concepts and enhance problem-solving abilities while integrating new knowledge into existing frameworks.