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International Relations: Concept Mapping With Inspiration Lesson PlanInternational Relations: Concept Mapping With Inspiration Lesson Plan
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International Relations: Concept Mapping With Inspiration

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Young scholars create concept maps comparing and contrasting Neo-realism vs. Realism and Neo-liberalism vs. Liberalism using the Inspiration educational software. This lesson is intended for a high school level social studies class and requires internet access.

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