Countries often work together to solve problems and fall into conflict when problems cannot be resolved. After learning about motivations and conditions that lead to action (or inaction), students analyze examples of international...

This tutorial discusses four wars between 1914 and 1975 that the United States participated in. These include: World War I, World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. A PDF file of the tutorial is available.

A lesson plan for exploring the role of the UN's international peacekeeping and peacemaking abilities. Takes students through an evaluation of what the UN can and should do, under its charter, to reduce threats and promote stable...

"The IRC is a global leader in emergency relief, rehabilitation, protection of human rights, post-conflict development, resettlement services and advocacy for those uprooted or affected by violent conflict and oppression."

Excellent resource for students learning about the conflict in Syria and trying to understand the international response to the problem. Students work in small groups and independently to research and formulate answers to the given...

Lesson with comprehensive multi-media materials in which young scholars analyze the lessons of Iraq and consider implications for U.S. foreign policy and international response.