Global Security Discussion
*Pick one below to respond to*
Discuss the assigned readings with classmates by responding to the following prompts. Each response must be 300-600 words and use Chicago style citations.
Question #1: Compared to structural realism, describe how different strands of liberalism conceive of international relations. Specifically, discuss how the explanatory power of structural realism is undermined and/or reinforced by gains from cooperation and globalization, focusing particularly on their respective assumptions (i.e.: sovereignty, etc.)
Question #2: Describe and contrast how liberalism and realism differ on the issue of morality in international relations?
Students are required to adhere to the following guidelines when submitting written work:
● Use APA format
● Adhere to word limits for each assignment
● Cite sources properly
The instructors are required to use the SafeAssign or TurnitIn tool for written assignments.
Required Sources:
Alexander Wendt, “Anarchy is What States Make of It: The Social Construction of Power Politics,” International Organization 46 (1992), pp. 391-425. [35]
John Gerard Ruggie, “What Makes the World Hang Together? Neo-utilitarianism and the Social Constructivist Challenge,” International Organization 52 (1998), pp. 855-886. [31]
Samuel Barkin, “Realist Constructivism.” International Studies Review 5 (2003), pp. 325-342. [17]
