US Foreign Policy in Action

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This innovative teaching text on United States foreign policyinterprets the foreign policy decision-making process through thelens of political debate and exchange. It introduceshistorical developments and theories of U.S. foreign policy andengages students in the politics of the foreign policy processthrough innovative learning exercises. * Features critical analysis of contemporary trends in U.S.foreign policy, including debates in the Obama administration,foreign policy and the 2012 presidential election, and reaction tothe Arab Spring * Written by an award-winning teacher-scholar in internationalrelations, with extensive experience in both policy making andpedagogy * Views foreign policy decision making through the lends ofpolitical debate * Offers fresh perspectives on historical developments as well assurveying prominent foreign policy theories * Includes new and innovative participatory learning exercisesexploring a range of themes including executive/ legislatureconflict * Contains extensive teaching and learning applications,including discussion questions, document templates, worksheets,suggested readings, and links to web resourcesthroughout

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Jeffrey S. Lantis

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"Jeffrey Lantis has written a first rate study of USForeign Policy in an age of uncertainty, complexity andtransition. This comprehensive book, covering both theory andpractice, looks at economic, security, environmental, and humanrights issues, as well as the US's relationships with othergreat powers. In particular, it provides an excellent pedagogicalapproach for students with a range of active learningframeworks designed to promote engagement with critical issuesof international relations and help students experiencethe real world of policy making."--John Baylis,Swansea University "Topical. Innovative. Engaging. This textbook willdraw students in with a crisp discussion of United States foreignpolicy history and process and enhances the learning experiencewith well-designed classroom exercises. If you've beenlooking for a textbook to help you foster a more active learningclassroom environment, this is it!"--Douglas Foyle,Wesleyan University
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