គិតដោយសុភវិនិច្ឆ័យCritical Thinking Inspired » Curriculum Vitae (CV)

Things of connectiveness of nationalism

P&L — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 06:34:58 +0000

1. Identity

Individual/personal identity, collective identity, and national identity

2. Push factors, pull factors of immigrants

Historical push and pull factors, geographical push and pull factors, economic push and pull factors, political push and pull factors, social push and pull factors

3. Understanding of nation

Language, ethnicity, culture, religion, geography, relationship to land, spirituality, politics, shared value and beliefs

4. My loyalty to (contending nationalist loyalties?)

a person, a cause, an idea, a value, a nation, a community, myself

Religious Loyalty, Regional Loyalty, Ethnic Loyalty, Class Loyalty, Cultural Loyalty

5. Think…Participate…Research…Communicate, Recall…Reflect…Respond

6. Should nations pursue national interest?

National Interest and Foreign Policy (how do national interest and foreign policy shape each other?), Nationalism and Ultranationalism (how can nationalism lead to ultranationalism?), Ultranationalism and Crimes Against Humanity (how can ultranationalism lead to crimes against humanity?), National Self-Determination (should national self-determination be pursued?)

7. How does ultranationalism developed?

Countries in Crisis, Charismatic Leaders, Instilling Ultranationalist Values

8. Should internationalism be pursued?

Nations, Nation-States, and Internationalism: does involvement in international affairs benefit nations and states?

Foreign Policy and Internationalism: should foreign policy promote internationalism?

Internationalism and Nationalism: does promoting internationalism affect nationalism?

Internationalism and Global Issues: how effectively does internalism address contemporary global issues?

Key terms: needs, wants, isolationism, unilateralism, bilateralism, multilateralism, supranationalism

9. How internationalism benefit nations and nation-states?

peace and security, economic stability, self-determination, internationalism and humanitarianism,

10. How can nation-states promote internationalism through foreign policy?

promoting peace, peacekeeping and internationalism, international laws and agreements, foreign aid and internationalism

11. Global Challenges

poverty, hunger, disease, debt, climate change, human rights, conflict

Key terms: absolute poverty, odious debt, civil society

12. National Myths

Myths can also represent a nation’s identity. Many cultures are founded on a creation myth — a story that tells how a place, a city, or a nation and its people came into being. These myths provided ancient peoples with a foundation for their future and a reason for their laws and traditions. They also helped unify the members of the community.

Today, myths are still used to unify a people and to promote national identity. National myths are stories that promote national values and perspectives. They can include ancient myths, such as stories of the Greek gods of Mount Olympus, and ancient religious texts, such as the Hindu epic poem Ramayana. They can also include versions of historical events and personalities.

13. How can individuals promote a national identity?

musicians, painter, story tellers

Derived from Margaret Hoogeveen 2008. Understanding Nationalism. McGraw-Hill Ryerson Publishing. macgrawhill.ca

Habits of Mind

P&L — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 05:22:52 +0000

Habits of Mind

Certain character traits — or habits of mind — promote critical thinking and effective decision making. Whether you are completing a social studies assignment or dealing with other challenges, these habits of mind can help you achieve success at school and in life.

What habits of mind or critical thinking you have pursued?

1. I’m an active thinker

I explore alternatives and consider their strengths and weekness

I persevere. The first — or most obvious — solution is not always the best.

I resist pressure to adopt opinions just because they are popular.

I think about how I’m thinking about an issue.

2. I am curious

I do not take everything at face value. I investigate beyond the obvious.

I take time to think about things and explore unanswered questions.

I look for various sources of information and expert opinions.

3. I’m flexible

I’m willing to change my tactics or approach.

I allow my beliefs to change until I have enough evidence to support a definite point of view.

I don’t reject ideas just because they are contrary to my point of view.

I’m ready to compromise and take my thinking in new directions.

4. I’m open-minded

I’m open to the views of others, especially when their views are different from my own.

I judge ideas on the basis of their strengths and weeknesses.

I identify and examine my own biases.

I explore beyond my personal interests and biases.

5. I’m collaborative

I’m willing to work with others to brainstorm and combine ideas.

I judge the message, not the messenger.

I’m prepared to give — and take — constructive feedback.

I make sure everyone has opportunities to contribute and share ideas.

6. I’m empathetic

I listen to and try to understand others’ points of view.

I don’t pass judgment until I’ve gathered enough information.

I’m aware of the effecs of my actions on others.

I choose my words carefully and try to use respectful language.

7. I’m respectful

I listen carefully to others.

I’m aware of the limits of my knowledge and avoid claiming to know more than I do.

I judge ideas based on their strengths and weaknesses.

I understand that there are seldom single correct answers.

8. I’m thoughtful

I think before I act. I consider the consequences of various alternatives.

I think about my own thinking and examine my biases.

I set goals and understand what I’m trying to achieve. I try to visualize what success will look like.

I recognize that my success is not based on another’s failure.

Derived from Margaret Hoogeveen 2008. Understanding Nationalism. McGraw-Hill Ryerson Publishing. macgrawhill.ca