Module #1 Introduction to Peace Theories Overview of the course, importance of peace theories, and historical context
Module #2 Defining Peace:Concepts and Debates Exploring different definitions and conceptions of peace, including negative and positive peace
Module #3 Early Peace Theorists:Ancient Greece and Rome Examining the contributions of ancient Greek and Roman philosophers, such as Aristotle and Cicero
Module #4 Christian Perspectives on Peace Analyzing the role of Christianity in shaping peace theories, including the views of St. Augustine and Thomas Aquinas
Module #5 The Social Contract Tradition:Hobbes and Locke Exploring the social contract theory and its implications for peace, including the contributions of Thomas Hobbes and John Locke
Module #6 Immanuel Kant:Perpetual Peace In-depth analysis of Kants essay Perpetual Peace and its influence on modern peace theories
Module #7 Liberal Peace Theory Examining the liberal peace theory, including its assumptions, strengths, and criticisms
Module #8 Realist Critiques of Peace Theories Analyzing the realist perspective on international relations and its challenges to peace theories
Module #9 Marxist and Socialist Perspectives on Peace Exploring the role of class struggle and economic systems in shaping peace theories, including Marxist and socialist views
Module #10 Feminist Approaches to Peace Examining the feminist critique of traditional peace theories and the importance of gender in peace studies
Module #11 Critical Theory and Peace Analyzing the contributions of critical theorists, such as the Frankfurt School, to peace studies
Module #12 Postcolonial and Decolonial Perspectives on Peace Exploring the impact of colonialism and imperialism on peace theories and the importance of decolonial approaches
Module #13 Peace and International Law Examining the relationship between peace and international law, including the role of the United Nations
Module #14 Peace and Global Governance Analyzing the challenges and opportunities of global governance for achieving peace
Module #15 Nonviolence and Civil Resistance Exploring the theory and practice of nonviolent resistance, including the contributions of Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr.
Module #16 Pacifism and Its Critics Examining the philosophy of pacifism, including its different forms and critiques
Module #17 Just War Theory Analyzing the just war theory, including its historical development and contemporary debates
Module #18 Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution Examining the approaches and strategies for building peace and resolving conflicts, including mediation and negotiation
Module #19 Peace and Environmentalism Exploring the relationships between peace, sustainability, and environmental degradation
Module #20 Peace and Human Security Analyzing the concept of human security and its implications for peace theories
Module #21 Peace Education and Cultural Exchange Examining the role of education and cultural exchange in promoting peace and understanding
Module #22 Peace and Technology Exploring the impact of technology on peace, including the role of social media and cybersecurity
Module #23 Peace in the 21st Century:Challenges and Opportunities Analyzing the contemporary challenges to peace, including terrorism, pandemics, and climate change
Module #24 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Peace Theories in Philosophy career
