ARC02001 IGS Special Topics BII

Hiroshima University Syllabus

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Academic Year 2024Year School/Graduate School School of Integrated Arts and Sciences Department of Integrated Global Studies

Lecture Code ARC02001 Subject Classification Specialized Education

Subject Name IGS Special Topics BII （IGS特論 BII）

Subject Name
（Katakana）アイジーエストクロン BII

Subject Name in
English IGS Special Topics BII

Instructor To be announced.

Instructor
(Katakana) タントウキョウインミテイ

Campus Higashi-Hiroshima Semester/Term 2nd-Year,  Second Semester,  4Term

Days, Periods, and Classrooms (4T) Weds3-4：IAS K110

Lesson Style Lecture Lesson Style
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This course will follow a combination of lectures, class discussions, group work, and case studies.

Credits 1.0 Class Hours/Week 　 Language of Instruction E : English

Course Level 1 : Undergraduate Introductory

Course Area（Area） 24 : Social Sciences

Course Area（Discipline） 02 : Political Science

Eligible Students 2nd to 4th-year students

Keywords Conflict resolution, peace, culture, economy, communication, dialogue

Special Subject for Teacher Education 　 Special Subject 　

Class Status
within Educational
Program
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
Criterion referenced
Evaluation
(Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students) Integrated Global Studies
（Knowledge and Understanding）
・The knowledge and understanding of the important characteristics and basic theoretical framework of individual academic disciplines.
（Abilities and Skills）
・The ability to collect and analyze necessary literature or data among various sources of information in individual academic disciplines.

Class Objectives
/Class Outline This course aims to provide students with the necessary tools (theoretical knowledge, introduction of concepts and case-studies) to apply critical reasoning to analyze different types of real-world conflicts and practically find durable solutions to the most pressing violent situations of the twenty-first century. It will draw on its explanations/analysis/resolution to transform unjust, violent and oppressive situations to more equitable and nonviolent methods and strategies, identifying and deconstructing violent environments.

Class Schedule lesson1 Class Orientation and defining what is Peace and Conflict Studies
lesson2 Origin and Foundation of Peace and Conflict Studies
lesson3 Understanding Peace and Conflict Studies as political activities
lesson4 Conflict Resolution Models
lesson5 Applying conflict resolution models to real case studies, class exercise
lesson6 Idealist, realist, and liberal agenda for peace
lesson7 Preventing Conflict: class exercise.
lesson8 Ending Conflict and making peace class workshop, and Term Exam
lesson9
lesson10
lesson11
lesson12
lesson13
lesson14
lesson15

Final term paper

Text/Reference
Books,etc. Ramsbotham, O., Woodhouse, T. and Miall, H. (2011) Contemporary Conflict Resolution, 3rd Ed. UK:Polity
Richmond, O. (2008) Peace in International Relations, London: Routledge
Barash, D. and Webel, C. (2022) Peace and Conflict Studies, Los Angeles: SAGE
Galtung, J. (2011) “Peace and Conflict Studies as Political Activity” in Critical Issues in Peace and Conflict Studies, pp. 3-18, Matyok, T., Senehi, J. and Byrne, S. eds. UK:Lexington Books
Wayne, E. A. (2020) “Imagine Peace: Global Solutions on Reconciliation with an Afghanistan Ready for Peace” CSIS, available at https://www.csis.org/analysis/imagine-peace-connecting-global-solutions-reconciliation-afghanistan-ready-peace.

Suggested Readings
Kingsbury, D. (2007) ‘Peace Process in Aceh and Sri Lanka: A Comparative Assessment’, Security Challenges, Vol. 3, No. 2 (June 2007), pp. 93-112
O’Donnell, H. (2016) ‘The European Union as a Mediator in Israel-Palestine: Operations Cast Lead and Protective Edge’, EU Diplomacy Paper, available at https://www.coleurope.eu/sites/default/files/research-paper/edp_1_2016_odonnell_0.pdf
Sida (2018) ‘Dialogue, facilitation and mediation’ Issue Brief, available at https://cdn.sida.se/app/uploads/2020/12/01125307/dialogue-facilitation-and-mediation.pdf
Rubin, B. (1995) The Research for Peace in Afghanistan, Michigan: Yale University
United Nations Conflict Prevention and Preventive Diplomacy in Action, available at  https://dppa.un.org/sites/default/files/booklet_200618_fin_scrn.pdf

PC or AV used in
Class,etc. 　

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Learning techniques to be incorporated 　

Suggestions on
Preparation and
Review Prepare for Class and be able to review class work

- Assigned Reading: read beforehand the class reading material and grasp key concept.
- Prepare questions: Prepare questions regarding challenging concepts
- Comprehension and communication: Engage in critical thinking, evaluate arguments, articulate thoughts and ideas both verbally and writing.
- Reflective Practice: reflect learned knowledge and skills and relate to real life context. Be able to connect learned skills with broader life goals and interests.

Requirements

Grading Method Class participation (15%), In-class exercise (20%), Presentation (15%), Quiz (20%), Final term paper (Students will submit a policy paper of 2,500 – 3,000 words about education for women in Afghanistan)(30%)

Practical Experience Experienced

Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it The instructor has been involved in numerous academic and humanitarian development projects in post-conflict environments, such as Afghanistan. These projects have focused on grassroots-level conflict resolution and peace dialogues. Integrating theories with practical experience, this class will combine theoretical frameworks with case studies. Case studies from the Afghan civil war and the conflict between Israel and Palestine will be utilized to provide students with real-world examples.

Message On completion of this course students will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of essential concepts in peace and conflict resolution studies and their historical and contemporary contexts.
- Apply relevant theoretical insights to analyse real-world peace and conflict issues.
- Ability to critically evaluate, debate and exchange views on real-world challenges and demonstrate an ability to craft academic papers in peace and conflict resolution through the application of scientific interdisciplinary research methods.

Other

Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes.
Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching.

Academic Year	2024Year	School/Graduate School	School of Integrated Arts and Sciences Department of Integrated Global Studies
Lecture Code	ARC02001	Subject Classification	Specialized Education
Subject Name	IGS Special Topics BII （IGS特論 BII）
Subject Name （Katakana）	アイジーエストクロン BII
Subject Name in English	IGS Special Topics BII
Instructor	To be announced.
Instructor (Katakana)	タントウキョウインミテイ
Campus	Higashi-Hiroshima	Semester/Term	2nd-Year, Second Semester, 4Term
Days, Periods, and Classrooms	(4T) Weds3-4：IAS K110
Lesson Style	Lecture	Lesson Style (More Details)
This course will follow a combination of lectures, class discussions, group work, and case studies.
Credits	1.0	Class Hours/Week		Language of Instruction	E : English
Course Level	1 : Undergraduate Introductory
Course Area（Area）	24 : Social Sciences
Course Area（Discipline）	02 : Political Science
Eligible Students	2nd to 4th-year students
Keywords	Conflict resolution, peace, culture, economy, communication, dialogue
Special Subject for Teacher Education		Special Subject
Class Status within Educational Program (Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)
Criterion referenced Evaluation (Applicable only to targeted subjects for undergraduate students)	Integrated Global Studies （Knowledge and Understanding）・The knowledge and understanding of the important characteristics and basic theoretical framework of individual academic disciplines. （Abilities and Skills）・The ability to collect and analyze necessary literature or data among various sources of information in individual academic disciplines.
Class Objectives /Class Outline	This course aims to provide students with the necessary tools (theoretical knowledge, introduction of concepts and case-studies) to apply critical reasoning to analyze different types of real-world conflicts and practically find durable solutions to the most pressing violent situations of the twenty-first century. It will draw on its explanations/analysis/resolution to transform unjust, violent and oppressive situations to more equitable and nonviolent methods and strategies, identifying and deconstructing violent environments.
Class Schedule	lesson1 Class Orientation and defining what is Peace and Conflict Studies lesson2 Origin and Foundation of Peace and Conflict Studies lesson3 Understanding Peace and Conflict Studies as political activities lesson4 Conflict Resolution Models lesson5 Applying conflict resolution models to real case studies, class exercise lesson6 Idealist, realist, and liberal agenda for peace lesson7 Preventing Conflict: class exercise. lesson8 Ending Conflict and making peace class workshop, and Term Exam lesson9 lesson10 lesson11 lesson12 lesson13 lesson14 lesson15 Final term paper
Text/Reference Books,etc.	Ramsbotham, O., Woodhouse, T. and Miall, H. (2011) Contemporary Conflict Resolution, 3rd Ed. UK:Polity Richmond, O. (2008) Peace in International Relations, London: Routledge Barash, D. and Webel, C. (2022) Peace and Conflict Studies, Los Angeles: SAGE Galtung, J. (2011) “Peace and Conflict Studies as Political Activity” in Critical Issues in Peace and Conflict Studies, pp. 3-18, Matyok, T., Senehi, J. and Byrne, S. eds. UK:Lexington Books Wayne, E. A. (2020) “Imagine Peace: Global Solutions on Reconciliation with an Afghanistan Ready for Peace” CSIS, available at https://www.csis.org/analysis/imagine-peace-connecting-global-solutions-reconciliation-afghanistan-ready-peace. Suggested Readings Kingsbury, D. (2007) ‘Peace Process in Aceh and Sri Lanka: A Comparative Assessment’, Security Challenges, Vol. 3, No. 2 (June 2007), pp. 93-112 O’Donnell, H. (2016) ‘The European Union as a Mediator in Israel-Palestine: Operations Cast Lead and Protective Edge’, EU Diplomacy Paper, available at https://www.coleurope.eu/sites/default/files/research-paper/edp_1_2016_odonnell_0.pdf Sida (2018) ‘Dialogue, facilitation and mediation’ Issue Brief, available at https://cdn.sida.se/app/uploads/2020/12/01125307/dialogue-facilitation-and-mediation.pdf Rubin, B. (1995) The Research for Peace in Afghanistan, Michigan: Yale University United Nations Conflict Prevention and Preventive Diplomacy in Action, available at https://dppa.un.org/sites/default/files/booklet_200618_fin_scrn.pdf
PC or AV used in Class,etc.
(More Details)
Learning techniques to be incorporated
Suggestions on Preparation and Review	Prepare for Class and be able to review class work - Assigned Reading: read beforehand the class reading material and grasp key concept. - Prepare questions: Prepare questions regarding challenging concepts - Comprehension and communication: Engage in critical thinking, evaluate arguments, articulate thoughts and ideas both verbally and writing. - Reflective Practice: reflect learned knowledge and skills and relate to real life context. Be able to connect learned skills with broader life goals and interests.
Requirements
Grading Method	Class participation (15%), In-class exercise (20%), Presentation (15%), Quiz (20%), Final term paper (Students will submit a policy paper of 2,500 – 3,000 words about education for women in Afghanistan)(30%)
Practical Experience	Experienced
Summary of Practical Experience and Class Contents based on it	The instructor has been involved in numerous academic and humanitarian development projects in post-conflict environments, such as Afghanistan. These projects have focused on grassroots-level conflict resolution and peace dialogues. Integrating theories with practical experience, this class will combine theoretical frameworks with case studies. Case studies from the Afghan civil war and the conflict between Israel and Palestine will be utilized to provide students with real-world examples.
Message	On completion of this course students will be able to: - Demonstrate knowledge of essential concepts in peace and conflict resolution studies and their historical and contemporary contexts. - Apply relevant theoretical insights to analyse real-world peace and conflict issues. - Ability to critically evaluate, debate and exchange views on real-world challenges and demonstrate an ability to craft academic papers in peace and conflict resolution through the application of scientific interdisciplinary research methods.
Other
Please fill in the class improvement questionnaire which is carried out on all classes. Instructors will reflect on your feedback and utilize the information for improving their teaching.

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