American Foreign Policy

--Online Course Description: How is American foreign policy determined, and who is responsible for shaping it? Explore the history of America's foreign policy and the current changes and conflicts that challenge it. Examine the theories and philosophy behind various approaches to international relations and compare America's driving principles with those of other nations. Identify the role of international law and international organizations in the formation of policy, and strategize ways for the United States to identify and incorporate emerging global powers into a peaceful and comprehensive strategy.

--Joy's Overview:

American Foreign Policy is taught by Matthew Clary and David Sparks. In the class, American Foreign Policy, students learn about the theories and philosophy behind various approaches to international relations and compare American's driving principles with those of other nations. They learn about how the US makes decisions towards foreign neighbors. The class involves debates and simulations. It also involves situations in which the students play roles as important members of the United States Cabinet and where they must make decisions for the country. Student, James Ward, says,

"The American Foreign Policy class has learned that there is never truly an easy solution...There is no easy way to win," James said.

After asking if she liked the class, Grace Tse stated, laughing,

"I like the class because it's interesting and the people here are funny...it's entertaining," Grace said.

After watching the students of the American Foreign Policy class lead a mock press conference, they seemed like they were enjoying it. Tse also says she thinks all the kids in the class enjoy the it and have fun.

After asking some of the students on what was so special about the class, the students responded with a few answers.

"I learned more about theories and international relations. I don't think you can learn that very much [outside of TIP]," said Casey Brand.

"I love this class. It's probably my favorite class I've taken," said Fourth year TIPster, Danielle Bedard.