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Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World
  • Level Foundation
  • Course by University of London
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The Global Diplomacy course is a unique offering to the MOOC environment. Bringing together cutting edge research in the broad fields of Diplomatic and International Studies, award winning distance learning delivery and the instructors previous experience of delivering a successful MOOC. Please see the volume Global Diplomacy: Theories, Types and Models authored with Dr Alison Holmes, (Westview, 2016), and the Understanding Research Methods MOOC from Coursera. The Global Diplomacy MOOC has a direct heritage in the University of London International Academy/SOAS Global Diplomacy MA Programme launched in April 2013 which have attracted hundreds of students from around the world. The Global Diplomacy MA Programme is provided by the Centre for International Studies and Diplomacy which has been teaching postgraduate courses in Diplomacy for over twenty five years. After completing the 'Global Diplomacy' MOOC, learners will have: 1. The ability to demonstrate a critical understanding of the nature and development of global diplomacy, drawing on a variety of relevant contributing disciplines in the broad field of International Studies. 2. An understanding of changes in diplomatic practices and procedures and the relationship of those changes to contemporary politics. 3. A sound grounding in both theoretical and empirical approaches to debates in diplomacy so that students have been exposed to the and skills needed to analyse global diplomacy. 4. knowledge of issues in global diplomacy in historical and contemporary contexts.

Modules

Welcome

    • 3 Readings
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3 Readings

  • Read Me First
  • Course Outline
  • Classic Diplomatic Texts

E-tivity 1: What is Diplomacy?

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • E-tivity One: What is diplomacy?

2 Videos

  • What is Diplomacy?
  • Simon discusses the key characteristics of Global Diplomacy

2 Readings

  • Instructions
  • Hans Morgenthau, "Diplomacy"

E-tivitiy 2 Success and Failure in Diplomacy

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • E-tivity 2 Success and Failure in Diplomacy

2 Videos

  • Success in Diplomacy
  • Failure in Diplomacy

2 Readings

  • Instructions
  • Robert Lansing - 'The Peace Negotiations'

E-tivity 3: Diplomat's Qualities.

    • 3 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • E-tivity 3 The Qualities of a 'Good' Diplomat.

3 Videos

  • What are the qualities of a good diplomat?
  • Simon identifies the key characteristics of a good diplomat
  • Simon addresses the question of what is an Ambassador?

2 Readings

  • Instructions
  • Chas Freeman, Diplomacy as a Profession

E-tivity 4: Diplomacy in Action

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • E-tivity 4 Diplomacy in Action

1 Videos

  • Where have you seen diplomacy in action?

2 Readings

  • Instructions
  • Alan Henrikson, "The Future of Diplomacy? Five Projective Visions"

Reflections on Diplomacy

    • 12 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 PeerReview
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1 Peer Review

  • E-tivity 5: Reflections on Diplomacy

12 Videos

  • Dr Michele Acuto
  • Prof Jason Dittmar
  • Dr Dan Plesch
  • Mr John Worne
  • Dr Martin Brown
  • Prof Naoko Shimazu
  • Baroness Valerie Amos
  • Prof Stephen Casey
  • Prof Stephen Hopgood
  • Mr Omah Salha
  • Dr Richard Woodward
  • Dr Mark Laffey

3 Readings

  • Instructions
  • Action Group for Syria Final Communiqué
  • Rudin Harry R., 'Diplomacy, Democracy, Security: Two Centuries in Contrast'

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Discover the intricacies of global diplomacy with the "Global Diplomacy – Diplomacy in the Modern World" course on Coursera. Designed for personal development, this foundational course leverages cutting-edge research and the expertise of seasoned instructors. Learners will gain critical insights into the nature and evolution of diplomacy, understand contemporary political changes, and develop analytical skills through both theoretical and empirical approaches. Ideal for those interested in international studies, this course is part of a renowned MA program by the University of London and SOAS. Available with a starter subscription.

Dr J. Simon Rofe, SOAS, University of London
Instructors

Dr J. Simon Rofe, SOAS, University of London

Dr Dan Plesch, SOAS University of London
Instructors

Dr Dan Plesch, SOAS University of London