GEOG 3513--001
T&Th, SEC M204, 1:30-2:45 PM (First six weeks in Felgar 303)
Fall, 1997

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See the REVISED November and December Schedule.

This course is designed to discuss geographical bases of political conflict and international relations. Emphasis will be on power and conflict in the regional framework. Upon successful completion of the course, students are expected to understand such topics as:

• The geographical bases of national states and nationalism and the processes of political nation-building and devolution.
• The rise of ethnic conflict as a major development in global political disputes.
• Changes and patterns in the world political map and contemporary geopolitical questions.
• International organizations, international law, and other relevant issues in international relations.
• Environmental issues and politics in global environmental politics.

• Glassner, Martin Ira. 1996. Political Geography, 2nd edition. New York: Wiley.
• Africa, Global Studies, Annual Editions, 1997
• Student Atlas of World Politics, 2nd Edition, Brown-Benchmark, 1996

Since this course will utilize the world wide web for quizzes, discussion, and research, it is imperative that students have access to a computer and web browser that will allow forms. Without these features, students will not be able participate in these exercises, and their performance will be hindered. Please contact Jeff Alexander (jalexand@hoth.GCN.ou.edu) if you're unsure if your present computer set-up is optimal.

In addition, students MUST be familiar with using their email account and web surfing. The Dept. of Computing and Telecommunications Services (DCTS) offers free courses for students to use their computer accounts. Check the OU web page for additional information on course schedules or call 325-6988 to register. NOTE: Students should enroll in these courses as soon as possible.

• Course updates: A reminder that students are expected to check the update page daily for announced AND unannounced changes in readings, exams, due dates, etc. This page may be reached at http://www.ou.edu/faculty/T/Gary.L.Thompson/update-pol.html
• Late Examination: Students who miss an exam or quiz for a legitimate reason (university activities or illness) will be given a make-up exam. These are scheduled only once. Completion of all exams, quizzes, and assignments is required to achieve a passing grade.
• Disability: Any student in this course who has a disability that may prevent him or her from fully demonstrating his or her abilities should contact me personally as soon as possible so we can discuss accomodations necessary to ensure full participation and facilitate his or her educational opportunites.
• Attendance policy: Students are expected to attend all lecture sessions. The only excused absences will be for official university-sponsored activities and illness, particularly influenza, mononucleosis, and similar contagious diseases. Poor attendance may affect individual grades.