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C. List of Journals*
- Asian Survey
- American Political
Science Review
- European Journal of
International Relations
- Foreign Affairs
- International Affairs
- International
Organization
- International Security
- International Studies
- Journal of Asian
Studies
- Journal of Conflict
Resolution
- Journal of Peace
Research
- Politics and Society
- Political Science
Quarterly
- Science & Society
D. List of Print &
Electronic Media Resources*
*Consult data bases at the JNU Library and online services. Log on
to
http://www.jnu.ac.in/library/Online_Journals/index.html
III. COURSE
REQUIREMENTS
The internal evaluation pattern of this course
is intended to assess the participant in several inter-related
fields such as a written exam, term paper and other assignments. The
comprehension and analytical skills of the course participant is
evaluated.
A. Mandatory:
- One term paper of nearly
4,000-5,000 words to be submitted in hard and electronic copies
based on the style of JNU SIS Research Manual. Date of
submission: November 15, 2008
- Review of three books. Dates of
submission: September 7, October 3, and
October 28, 2008.
- Three assignments – on the concepts
related to the course. Dates of submission to be announced in
class.
- For all the above assignments prompt
submission of manuscripts is mandatory
- An end-semester written examination
to be held on November 24, 2008
- Grading & marks: Broadly, the written
exam will be 50 percent of the grade; term paper will be 15
percent, the three book reviews 15 percent, textual analysis
cumulatively another 10 percent, while 10 percent of the overall
grade would be for class participation. Attendance is therefore
highly recommended.
B.
Instructions:
-
The course
participants are encouraged to choose topics of their interest for
the purposes of the above assignments, in addition to a
preliminary discussion with the course instructor.
Evaluation is based largely on clarity of
views, ability to analyse concepts and dynamics and adherence to
ethical academic practices is a must. Serious action will be taken
against plagiarism.