Global Hotspots: The Newest Chapter

There is no shortage of crises in the world, and every year seems to bring new problems into focus. Continuing the theme from earlier versions of this course, “Global Hotspots: The Newest Chapter” will introduce a new lineup of areas creating turbulence in global politics, including current issues in Northern Ireland, Iran, Ukraine, Taiwan, and Ethiopia. Each week we will examine a different case study in depth, looking not only at foundational causes of the crisis but also regional impacts and possible outcomes. One lecture will also be devoted to updates on case studies from previous versions of this course.

Darren Zook teaches in political science and global studies at UC Berkeley. His areas of interest include comparative politics, human rights, international law, and cybersecurity. He has received numerous teaching awards for his creativity in the classroom, and most recently was named as one of the “Top Ten Most Inspiring Professors at UC Berkeley” by the journal College Magazine. He has lectured all around the world and has traveled extensively in the course of his professional work. Zook has published six books, and is currently at work on a research project involving the politics of ice in the era of climate change.

This is a Livestreamed + Recorded Course

Classes will stream live on the scheduled day and time.
Classes will also be recorded.
Course materials, including videos, will remain available enjoy in the Member Dashboard through May 31.
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