Course ID:
Course Code & Number
PSIR 499
Course Title
Conferences, Models and Simulations
Level
BS
Credit Hours/ ECTS Credits
(3+0+0) 3 TEDU Credits, 6 ECTS Credits
Year of Study:
Senior
Semester:
Fall
Type of Course:
Elective
Mode of Delivery:
Face-to-face
Language of Instruction:
English
Pre-requisite / Co-requisite::
Pre-requisites: NONE
Co-requisites: NONE
Catalog Description
Course Objectives
This course aims to prepare students for participation in various international conferences and simulations, especially Model United Nations (MUN).
Software Usage
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon succesful completion of this course, a student will be able to
1. Describe the structure and obligations, tasks and mission(s) of the United Nations
2. Make simulations of the work of the United Nations itself and its various agencies
3. Demonstrate negotiation skills
4. Be capable to draft UN resolution
5. Evaluate strategies and tactics that are being applied in discussions about international conflict
6. Critique political decision making
7. Express sympathy and understanding to other experiences
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods:
Telling/Explaining
Discussion/Debate
Questioning
Reading
Inquiry
Case Study/Scenarion Analysis
Video Presentations
Oral Presentations/Reports
Guest Speakers
Web Searching
Assessment Methods and Criteria:
Test / Exam
Quiz
Case Studies / Homework
Presentation (Oral/Poster)
Assessment Methods and Criteria Others:
Design Content
Recommended Reading
1. Kerem Turunç, The Winning Delegate: An Insider Guide to Model United Nations (Universe, 2009) 2nd edition.
2. John A Moore and Pubantz, Jerry, Encyclopedia of the UN, Facts on File (2003).
Required Reading
1. Linda M. Fasilo, An Insider Guide to United Nations (Yale University Press, 2009), 2nd edition.
Grading
Learning Activities and Teaching Methods Others:
Course Coordinator:
Student Workload:
| Workload | Hrs |
|---|---|
| Case Study Analysis | 16 |
Course & Program Learning Outcome Matching: