Global Politics 2 IBS

Course #:  04141202
Credit Type:  ELECTIVE
Credit:  1.0
Pre/Co Requisite:  No
College Credit:  No
College Hours Earned:  0
Grade Level:  11-12
Other Information:  Sumner Academy ONLY
Description:  This course is the second year of a 2-year course.  Global Politics I IBS course. The 21st century is characterized by rapid change and increasing interconnectedness, impacting individuals and societies in unprecedented ways and creating complex global political challenges. Global politics is an exciting, dynamic subject that draws on a variety of disciplines in the social sciences and humanities, reflecting the complex nature of many contemporary political issues. The study of global politics enables students to critically engage with different and new perspectives and approaches to politics in order to comprehend the challenges of the changing world and become aware of their role in it as active global citizens. The DP global politics course explores fundamental political concepts such as power, equality, sustainability and peace in a range of contexts. It allows students to develop an understanding of the local, national, international and global dimensions of political activity and processes, as well as to explore political issues affecting their own lives. The course helps students to understand abstract political concepts by grounding them in real-world examples and case studies. It also invites comparison between such examples and case studies to ensure a wider and transnational perspective.