Module 1. Introduction

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this lesson you should be able to:

  • define ‘peace movement’ as it will be used in this course;
  • identify components that characterize peace movements;
  • define some terms that come up throughout the course;
  • understand the value of learning about peace history; and
  • reflect on your own involvements in peace movements and peace activism.

Readings

  • Socknat, Thomas. “Canada, Peace Movements In.” In The Oxford International Encyclopedia of Peace, edited by Nigel J. Young. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2010. Online. (Course Reserves)
  • Temple, Deva. “Renaissance 2.0: The Web’s Potential for the Peaceful Transformation of Modern Society.” In Peace Movements Worldwide Volume 3, edited by Marc Pilisuk and Michael N. Nagler, pp. 138-146. Santa Barbara, CA: Praeger, 2011. (Course Reserves)

Content

Activities and Assignments