Political Protest and Revolution

Course Details

Course Number: 4453  Spring 2011

Location: Prothro-Yeager Hall

Classroom Number: 209

Days & Times:

9:30 TR

Course Attachments

Syllabus  4453-syll11-sp-20120320-151657.pdf

Textbooks

Revolutions and Revolutionary Movements,Caught in the Cross re: Revolutions Repression and
MSU Faculty Member
Dr. Steve R Garrison   
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Course Objectives

This course provides an introduction to the study
of political protest and examines the interaction of political dissidents and the regime. The
course is designed to meet two goals: (1) provide students with a factual background in the
history of political protest by examining 13 historical and modern rebellions and revolutions
and (2) introduce students to key theories of political protest that cover such topics as the
collective action problem, repression of the rebels by the state and its effect on rebelion,
terrorism as adaptive protest, post-revolutionary regime transition and civil war

 

 Display a broad understanding of American Politics, Comparative Politics, International
Relations, and Political Theory.

 Demonstrate an ability to apply the major theories and concepts of political science
towards contemporary political phenomena.

 Display critical thinking skills concerning theoretical explanations of local, state, national,
and global political processes.

Evaluate the appropriateness of rival political explanations to contemporary political
issues. presentations.

 Demonstrate effective writing skills


Course Expectations

There will be three examinations. There will be two in-class examinations and
one final examination. The format of each is short answer questions and identification of
key terms. The highest grading scale will be 90 (A), 80 (B), 70 (C), and 60 (D). The third
exam will occur during the final examination period, but will be in the same format as the
first and second exam. the percentage breakdowns is as follows:
Exam 1 25 points
Exam 2 25 points
Final Exam 25 points
Research Paper 25 points


Grading Standards

Final Exam5/10/2011  8:00

Submission Format Policy

If for any reason you should have to miss a test please inform the
instructor prior to the time of the test. Make up exams will only be given for valid excuses
supported with the proper documentation. Research papers not submitted by the due date
will be considered late and one letter grade will be deducted from the paper grade for each
day the paper is late. The privilege of additional work will not be granted.



Note: You may not submit a paper for a grade in this class that already has been (or will be) submitted for a grade in another course, unless you obtain the explicit written permission of me and the other instructor involved in advance.

Late Paper Policy

Plagiarism Policy Plagiarism is the use of someone else's thoughts, words, ideas, or lines of argument in your own work without appropriate documentation (a parenthetical citation at the end and a listing in "Works Cited")-whether you use that material in a quote, paraphrase, or summary. It is a theft of intellectual property and will not be tolerated, whether intentional or not.

Student Honor Creed

As an MSU Student, I pledge not to lie, cheat, steal, or help anyone else do so."

As students at MSU, we recognize that any great society must be composed of empowered, responsible citizens. We also recognize universities play an important role in helping mold these responsible citizens. We believe students themselves play an important part in developing responsible citizenship by maintaining a community where integrity and honorable character are the norm, not the exception. Thus, We, the Students of Midwestern State University, resolve to uphold the honor of the University by affirming our commitment to complete academic honesty. We resolve not only to be honest but also to hold our peers accountable for complete honesty in all university matters. We consider it dishonest to ask for, give, or receive help in examinations or quizzes, to use any unauthorized material in examinations, or to present, as one's own, work or ideas which are not entirely one's own. We recognize that any instructor has the right to expect that all student work is honest, original work. We accept and acknowledge that responsibility for lying, cheating, stealing, plagiarism, and other forms of academic dishonesty fundamentally rests within each individual student. We expect of ourselves academic integrity, personal professionalism, and ethical character. We appreciate steps taken by University officials to protect the honor of the University against any who would disgrace the MSU student body by violating the spirit of this creed. Written and adopted by the 2002-2003 MSU Student Senate.

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Safe Zones Statement The professor considers this classroom to be a place where you will be treated with respect as a human being - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, political beliefs, age, or ability. Additionally, diversity of thought is appreciated and encouraged, provided you can agree to disagree. It is the professor's expectation that ALL students consider the classroom a safe environment.

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Attendance Requirements

Other Policies

Writing Proficiency Requirement All students seeking a Bachelor's degree from Midwestern State University must satisfy a writing proficiency requirement once they've 1) passed English 1113 and English 1123 and 2) earned 60 hours. You may meet this requirement by passing either the Writing Proficiency Exam or English 2113. Please keep in mind that, once you've earned over 90 hours, you lose the opportunity to take the $25 exam and have no option but to enroll in the three-credit hour course. If you have any questions about the exam, visit the Writing Proficiency Office website at http://academics.mwsu.edu/wpr, or call 397-4131.