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Espace mondial, a French vision of Global studies

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Course Summary

This course provides an interdisciplinary introduction to global studies, exploring the economic, political, social, and cultural aspects of globalization and its impact on the world.

Key Learning Points

Gain a comprehensive understanding of global issues and their impact on various aspects of society
Develop critical thinking and analytical skills to evaluate global events and trends
Explore different perspectives and approaches to global studies, including interdisciplinary and cross-cultural approaches

Learning Outcomes

Develop a comprehensive understanding of global issues and their impact on various aspects of society
Evaluate global events and trends using critical thinking and analytical skills
Apply interdisciplinary and cross-cultural approaches to global studies

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

Basic knowledge of social sciences
Ability to read and write in English

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

Online
Self-paced
Lecture-based

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Description

To explain how globalization rebuilt public policy and social behavior, we study the different political, economic, and social actors - public or private, individual or collective - and the exchanges and interactions between them that are remaking international relations. This course is inspired by a French sociological and historical approach to international relations.

This course is also available in french version: www.coursera.org/learn/espace-mondial-fr/

Outline

Introduction
What Does it Mean?
A French Approach?
Major Turning Points in Contemporary International Relations
Getting Started
About Maps
Chronology
Additional Resources
Credits

Inequalities
The Diversity of Territories
A Plurality of Demographic Trends
Food Insecurity
About Maps
Glossary
Additional Resources
Credits

Regionalism
Traditional Regionalism
Neoregionalism
Questioning Regionalism Today
About Maps
Glossary
Additional Resources
Credits
Quiz 1

World Actors
The Growing Capacity of Non State Actors
Multifunctional NGOs
The New Triangular Game
About Maps
Glossary
Additional Resources
Credits
Quiz 2

Globalization
A Single Definition?
Hegemony or Exclusion?
Fragile Governance
About Maps
Glossary
Additional Resources
Credits
Quiz 3

Identities
Feuding Definitions
Politics is Back
The Danger of Ethnicization
About Maps
Glossary
Additional Resources
Credits
Quiz 4

Religions
From Durkheim to Present Day
Christianity and Politics
Islam and Politics
Measuring the Real Political Capacity of Religion
About Maps
Glossary
Additional Resources
Credits
Quiz 5

Nation State
Western Origin
A Concept Impossible to Export
A Variety of Conflicting Incarnations
About Maps
Glossary
Additional Resources
Credits
Quiz 6

Power
From Hobbes to Present Day
Weak Indicators
The Powerlessness of Power
About Maps
Glossary
Additional Resources
Credits

War and Peace
The European Origins of the Clausewitzian War
The Emergence of New International Conflicts
NIC As Dilemma in the Creation of International Agendas
About Maps
Glossary
Additional Resources
Credits
Quiz 7

International System
Understanding its Historical Diversity
Multilateralism at Stake
From Polarity to Apolarity
About Maps
Glossary
Additional Resources
Credits
Quiz 8

Conclusion
Conclusion
About Maps
Additional Resources
Credits
Acknowledgements

Summary of User Reviews

This online course on Global Studies has received positive reviews from users. Many have praised the course for its comprehensive and informative content.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

comprehensive and informative content

Pros from User Reviews

In-depth coverage of global issues
Engaging and well-structured lectures
Opportunities to interact with other learners from around the world
Highly knowledgeable and engaging instructors
Flexible schedule and self-paced learning

Cons from User Reviews

Lack of personalized feedback from instructors
Some technical difficulties with the platform
Heavy workload and time commitment
Limited opportunity for interaction with instructors
Some users found the course to be too basic

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