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Role of the Kurds, Sunnis and Shiites in Iraq
This
lesson encourages students to examine three religious/ethnic groups living in
Iraq and how these groups would be affected politically by a U.S. invasion of
Iraq. The
Role of the United Nations in Postwar Iraq
Students
learn about the history of the United Nations and examine what role, if any, the
organization should play in Iraq's reconstruction. Democracy
in the Middle East
Students examine
and analyze democracy in the Middle East and how it relates to U.S. foreign policy. The
Rights of Detainees at Guantanamo Bay
Using
a role-play activity, students learn the history of, and analyze the current issues
regarding, detainees at the U.S. Naval Base at Guantanamo Bay. Reconstruction
of Iraq: A Lesson of Historical Precedents
Students
will compare the reconstruction following the Spanish-American War and World War
II to the current situation emerging in Iraq. Getting
to Democracy
Students examine what
is necessary for a democracy to flourish, and compare this to the situation in
Iraq. Military
Women
After examining the historical
roles of women in the military students analyze current roles. Najaf
-- A Holy City Caught in the Crossfire
Students
will identify why Najaf is important to Shiite Muslims and how it impacts U.S.
military strategy. Iraq's
Latest Strategy: Suicide Attacks
Students
examine why some groups resort to the use of suicide attacks as a political or
military strategy. The
Ethics of Embedded Journalists: Daily Activity
Students
identify and analyze the ethical problems and dilemmas faced by journalists embedded
with military troops. Humanitarian
Aid in Iraq
After looking at the impact
war has on civilian populations, students examine the challenges that non-governmental
and other relief agencies face during times of crisis. The
Rules of Engagement: The Geneva Convention
Students
examine the Geneva Conventions and analyze how they apply to current debates over
Guantanamo or prisoners in Iraq. Military
Strategy: Powell Doctrine
Students
examine the Powell Doctrine and compare it to the beginning of the war in Iraq.
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