Which political persuasion were you most associated with on the Nolan Chart this week?

Friday, May 24, 2013

Is North Korea Truly a Threat to Global Peace and Security

This week we explored the history, political culture, economy and military capacity of North Korea. In preparation for an in class seminar on Tues (0, D, E block) you will be reflecting on our Aim question in an editorial/ opinionated response.

Directions -  Summarize the articles from the "Seminar Prep Handout" (they are also linked below.) Reflect on the AIM question in a response of 250 words or more. INclude references to the articles and notes you ascertained from this week's class (use your graphic organizer and the Guardian data as well.) Be sure to include some evidence from our class sources and articles (linked below) in your response.

Additionally, bring two questions or comments prepared to support your participation in a seminar Tuesday.

Articles:
a) "THe Nuclear Threat is as Great Today as it has Ever Been" - London Express, April 6. 2013.
b)" Kim Jong Un Has Made a Decent Fist of Rattling the US" - UK Guardian, April 5, 2013
c) "On North Korea, Keep Calm and Carry On"US News and World Reports, April 11, 2013

Visuals - http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/datablog/2013/apr/08/south-korea-v-north-korea-compared (click on the thumbnail to see the chart full size)