61200 A History of Human Conflict

61200 A HISTORY OF HUMAN CONFLICT

Open to: 9-10-11-12

Length: 1 Semester

Prerequisite: None

Credits: 1/2 credit

Content: War is a force that has forged the history of humankind. From the plains of Marathon to the Persian Gulf, war has shaped (and been shaped by) our political, geographic and economic environment. This course will address the effect of war on human society and the significance of war in human culture. While this course will cover conflicts from ancient times to the present, the approach will be thematic rather than chronological. Potential future conflicts will also be addressed. This course will address questions such as: What are the attractions of war? What do we mean by "war"? How do other cultures view war? What constitutes a "just" war? Can war be eliminated? The Wisconsin Social Studies Content & Performance Standards (history, government, economics, geography and psychology) will be integrated into this course, and be used to analyze the causes and effects of human conflict.

Cost: An appropriate fee for a field trip.

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