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Book SynopsisCrossing Borders helps students develop a framework for understanding the various disciplines that constitute international studies by exploring the many boundaries they knowingly (and unknowingly) cross on a daily basis. Renowned authors Harry I. Chernotsky and Heidi H. Hobbs address the diverse fields of international studies—geography, politics, economics, sociology, and anthropology—giving instructors a launching point to pursue their own disciplinary interests. This bestseller not only helps students to better grasp international affairs, but also offers advice on how they can engage with global issues through study abroad, internships, and career options.
Updated thoroughly to reflect recent events and trends, the Fourth Edition assesses the COVID-19 pandemic; the use of social media to interfere in elections; the role of China in trade, investment, and finance; and the tensions surrounding persistent racial and gender inequities around the world.
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Table of ContentsList of Tables, Figures, and Maps Preface Acknowledgments About the Authors Chapter 1. Getting Your Global Bearings: Navigating the World Toward a Working Definition of International Studies Different Ways of Looking at the World’s Borders The Evolution of Globalization Globalization: Winners and Losers The Changing Definition of Citizenship in a Global Era Conclusion: Where Do We Go from Here? Key Concepts To Learn More Chapter 2. Point of Departure: Planet Earth Getting Our Heads around the Earth: Geography as a Field of Study Where We Live Population Management Food and Hunger Energy Security The Human Factor: Contributing to the Problem? The Global Response Conclusion: What Can You Do? Key Concepts To Learn More Chapter 3. Jump-Starting the Trip: The Role of Technology The Technological Frontier The Virtual Frontier The Role of Technology in Crossing Borders Conclusion: A Final Thought on Technology Key Concepts To Learn More Chapter 4. Searching for Security: The Political World Defining Political Borders: The Origins of the Modern State System The Balance of Power System: Its Failures and the Outbreak of War The Cold War The Post–Cold War World Conclusion: The Quest for Security Key Concepts To Learn More Chapter 5. Challenges to Security Persistent Conflict: The Case of Israel and Palestine Weapons of Mass Destruction Terrorism Conclusion: What Can Be Done? Key Concepts To Learn More Chapter 6. Seeking Prosperity: The Global Economy Defining Economic Borders: A Very Short History The Bretton Woods System Beyond Bretton Woods: The Roots of Contemporary Globalization Emerging Economic Centers Key Players in Transition Conclusion: The Evolving World Economy Key Concepts To Learn More Chapter 7. Challenges to Prosperity Free Trade versus Protectionism Transnational Investment: Blessing or Curse? Finance and Aid: Promoting or Hindering Development? Conclusion: What Can Be Done? Key Concepts To Learn More Chapter 8. Protecting Identity: The People of the World Cultural and Social Borders: Understanding Identity The Age of Enlightenment Social Borders The Study of Social and Cultural Borders Globalization: Homogenization or Hybridization? Conclusion: Identity at the Crossroads Key Concepts To Learn More Chapter 9. Challenges to Identity The Role of Religion Ethnic Conflict Fragile States Conclusion: What Can Be Done? Key Concepts To Learn More Chapter 10. Managing the World: Cooperation at the Global Level Defining the Global Order: International Law and Organizations The United Nations Interdependence and Regional Intergovernmental Organizations Nongovernmental Organizations The Evolution of the United Nations and Civil Society The Expansion of International Law and the International Criminal Court Conclusion: Compliance and Enforcement Key Concepts To Learn More Chapter 11. Challenges to Cooperation Poverty Global Health and the Threat of Disease Human Rights Conclusion: What Can Be Done? Key Concepts To Learn More Chapter 12. Connecting to the World: Where Do You Go from Here? International Studies beyond the Classroom International Career Opportunities Educational Options Conclusion: Where Do You Go from Here? Key Concepts To Learn More Notes Index
