| Class Participation: This is an essential part
of the course. Students are responsible for the assigned readings
and are expected to come to class with a set of prepared discussion questions
developed from the readings. Each students will chose at least three
sets of questions to type up and turn into the instructor as part of their
participation grade. (30%)
Scenario Debriefing: During the week of October 10-17 the class will participate in a scenario exercise using the case study of Macedonia. After the exercise is completed, each student will prepare a short debriefing paper (1,000 words maximum) describing each students assigned role and activity during the scenario due in class on October 24. (20%) Documents: Research Paper: Working in teams, students will prepare a 6,000 to 8,000-word comparative policy assessment of a key dimension of international conflict prevention efforts. This paper should: 1) provide an overview of the issue, 2) identify the conflict prevention strategy or tool utilized in the context of at least two countries; 3) assess the overall success or failure of international engagement in each case, and; 4) suggest lessons to be learned. The course instructor must approve all topics and a proposed bibliography in advance. (Class Presentation 10%, Final Paper 40%)
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