Class Syllabus: History of Terrorism 101
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Syllabus: History of Terrorism 101

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Course Description

World terrorismTerrorism, is it the scourge of our time?  Are you fearful of being involved in a terrorist attack?  Quite frankly it almost depends on where in the world you live.  It is often because a safe place today is a terror target tomorrow.  With the desire on the part of the terrorists to obtain weapons of mass destruction, i.e. chemical, biological, or even a dirty bomb or nuclear bomb, the potential for a massive destructive attack increases exponentially.

 

This course looks at the recent history of terrorism from the early twentieth century to today. You will learn:

 

- The extent to which terrorism has become a part of life in the twenty-first century.

- Why there is not a generally accepted definition of terrorism.

- Acts of terrorism in the old world, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and the new world.

- Who in the world is acting to fight terrorism, or acting to support terrorism.

- What the world is doing to combat terrorism.

- The known terrorist groups  and what are their goals.

- The momentous influence that religion plays in terrorism

- The continuous problems with political and military tactics in defeating terrorism.

 

 

If you're pursuing any career involving the field of political science or criminology, or if you are interested in understanding the reasons for terrorist acts, or want to know what the prospects are for the future of terrorism, this course will provide lots of disquieting but interesting information

 

Course Requirements

This course will not require you to have previous experience in any particular area but you should have a high school reading level. No books will be required.

Course Goals

In this course students will learn:
 

- The extent to which terrorism has become a part of life in the twenty-first century.

- Why there is not a generally accepted definition of terrorism.

- Acts of terrorism in the old world, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and the new world.

- Who in the world is acting to fight terrorism, or acting to support terrorism.

- What the world is doing to combat terrorism.

- The known terrorist groups  and what are their goals.

- The momentous influence that religion plays in terrorism

- The continuous problems with political and military tactics in defeating terrorism.

Course Materials

All course material will be provided in the lessons and netlinks. There are no required materials to purchase before taking the class.

Grading Policy

Each lesson will include a lesson review quiz and an assignment designed to highlight lesson topics. Students will successfully complete this course with 70% or better.

Course Topics

·         Lesson 1: Terrorism: What is It?

·         Lesson 2: Terrorism Defined Continued

·         Lesson 3: Terrorism in the Old World Part One

·         Lesson 4:Terrorism in the Old World Part Two

·         Lesson 5: Terrorism in the Old World Part Three

·         Lesson 6: Terrorism in the Old World Part Four

·         Lesson 7: Terrorism in the Middle East Part One

·         Lesson 8: Terrorism in the Middle East Part Two

·         Lesson 9: Terrorism in Africa

·         Lesson 10: Terrorism in Africa - Part Two

·         Lesson 11: Terrorism in East Asia

·         Lesson 12: Terrorism in East Asia Part Two

·         Lesson 13: Terrorism in Asia Part Three

·         Lesson 14: Terrorism in Asia Part Four

·         Lesson 15: Terrorism in the New World Part One

·         Lesson 16: Terrorism in the New World Part Two

·         Lesson 17: The Politics of Terrorism

·         Lesson 18: Who Are The Terrorists?

·         Lesson 19: Terrorism and Religion

·         Lesson 20: Combating Terroris

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