International Relations – Terrorist attacks in France

Assignment Instructions
Before you begin this assignment, please review the course materials from the first three weeks of class with a special focus on the three mainstream theoretical perspectives: realism, liberalism and constructivism. Please pay particular attention to the definition of each and avoid pairing them with domestic perceptions of conservatives, liberals, etc. I also recommend reviewing the week 2 forum.
For this assignment you will choose a world event. You can choose one of the ones listed below or come up with your own. Explain which states are involved, if there are any non-state actors, international governmental organizations or non governmental organizations involved in the conflict. Also identify a few of the key individuals involved. Then lastly, and here’s the tricky part, decide which theory: realism, liberalism and constructivism, would best explain the event and explain your choice. Be sure to define the theory. Your response should be 3 – 5 paragraphs.
Russia’s invasion of the Ukraine
Terrorist attacks in France
Russian hacking of US computers
The Korean War
The Cold War

Please be sure to put quotation marks around material copied word-for-word from another source and to cite the source. Also, be sure to cite paraphrased information.
Please include your last name in the filename and upload your work as a .doc or .docx file. Your submission is due on Sunday of week 3.

Rubric:

Criteria Exemplary 16-20 Accomplished 11-15 Developing 6-10 Beginning 0-5 Total
Demonstrates Knowledge of IR Theory /20
Analysis/Critical Thinking /20
Evidence and Support /20
Organization /20
Writing Mechanics and Citations /20
Total /100