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Talal S. Hattar
POL S 436
Seattle Campus
Provides a broad theoretical base, both descriptive and analytical, for the comparative study of ethnicity and nationalism. Examples drawn from ethnic movements in different societies. Some previous exposure either to introductory courses in political science or to courses in ethnicity in other departments is desirable. Offered: jointly with JSIS B 436.
Class description
The course covers theories of ethnic cleansing and civil war. Cases include: Collapse of the Yugoslav Federation, Turkish Genocide of the Armenians, Jordanian Civil War and Lebanese Civil War.
Student learning goals
General method of instruction
Lecture with class discussion.
Recommended preparation
Class assignments and grading
There are three papers: Paper 1: 15% of the grade Paper 2: 35% of the grade Final Paper: 50% of the grade
