Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
NNCS-5202
Organization's ID:
RUSS3155
Organization:
National Cryptologic University
Location:
Hybrid
Length:
2 weeks (80 weeks)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 2 Advanced Russian Language
Upper-Division Baccalaureate 2 Russian Area Studies
Description

Objective:

This is an intensive two-week intermediate course intended to expand student knowledge and understanding of Russia’s interest in the Arctic region.

Learning Outcomes:

  • identify the territories that comprise the Arctic region
  • discuss the significance of historical changes in the Arctic
  • evaluate Russian military developments in the Arctic and Russian concerns over sovereignty
  • critique Russia’s foreign policy with respect to other Arctic countries
  • analyze Russia’s economic development in the Arctic and the financial cost of its expansion

General Topics:

  • History and culture
  • Politics and policies
  • Military and security
  • Natural resources
  • Economic development
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Discussion
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)
  • Presentations
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

80%
Supplemental Materials