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Video lectures related to the course are also available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@assemblingpostcape/playlists
Course idea
The course introduces key approaches to international political economy. It is organized into nine sections. The first section provides a general overview of the field of international (or global) political economy, laying the foundation for the topics that follow. Each subsequent section examines a distinct theoretical or analytical perspective, offering students a comprehensive understanding of the diverse ways in which international political economy can be studied.
Each section (with the exception of the first) follows a consistent structure:
- An introductory text that outlines the theme and its relevance (READ)
- Three to five video lectures of varying lengths (WATCH)
- A quiz to assess comprehension and retention (ASSESS)
- Reflective assignments that invite students to apply the insights gained to critically analyze contemporary, real-world phenomena (REFLECT)
- Some examples of exercises designed to deepen student learning by grounding it more firmly in academic knowledge production (e.g. literature review exercise, identifying and summarizing academic articles, a research task). (DEEPEN)
Get in touch
We would be delighted to hear if you use these materials in your teaching or have any feedback—please feel free to send us an email: Anni Kangas, Tampere University, anni.kangas@tuni.fi or Anna Ilona Rajala, Tampere University, anna.i.rajala@tuni.fi.