Debate style readers can be powerful teaching tools, but they are only effective in so far as the readings really speak to one another. Without readings in true dialogue, the crux of the debate is lost on students, the reader fails to add real depth to the course, and students are left in the lurch.
Controversies in Globalization solves this issue by inviting 17 pairs of scholars and practitioners to write specifically for the volume, directly addressing current and relevant questions in international relations through concise "yes" and "no" pieces on topics related to security, political economy, the environment, public health, democracy, demography, and social issues like gender and ethnicity. At the request of reviewers, new to this edition are three chapters covering the financial crisis, maritime security, and international conflict. Providing students with necessary context, the editors offer introductions that effectively frame the debate and make clear what is at stake, both from a theoretical as well as from a practical perspective. Concluding discussion questions in each chapter encourage critical thinking and analysis.
Haas and Hird's edited collection helps readers come to terms with the varying perspectives on globalization, and urges critical reflection and the exploration of alternate views.
NEW TO THIS EDITION:
By reviewer request, three new chapters covering critical topics: "Financial Crises: Will Preventing Future Financial Crises Require Concerted International Rulemaking?," "Maritime Security: Does Controlling Piracy and Other Criminal Activities Require Systematic State Interventions?," and "International Conflict: Is War Likely Between the Great Powers?"
- All pieces updated to account for recent events
FEATURES & BENEFITS:
- Each of the chapters' "Yes/No" selections have been carefully written and edited to be in full dialogue with one another;
- The text provides comprehensive coverage of all major topics in international relations including security, political economy, the environment, public health, democracy, demography, and social issues like gender and ethnicity;
- Substantial chapter openers, written by the editors,give crucial context and offer valuable pedagogy for students;
- "Globalization in Action" boxes point to everyday examples of globalization;
- Discussion questions in each chapter encourage critical thinking and analysis;
- Glossary of key terms at the end of the book helps students study and review for exams.
