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2 Four Worlds of History What are the foundations of American Society? Table of Contents  Main Items & Issues Social Science Factors – clarifying the purpose & priorities of the 4W model What is the American promise? …Different phrasing, same question How is freedom possible? 13 … How is the American Dream possible? 11 … 9 … 7 … 3 …

3 Social Science Factors that are important to recognize …regardless of how they are described basic factors of the human condition AND that are important to recognize …when they are missing Four Worlds of History 3

4 Social Science Factors Identifying factors, relating factors, and is the science of the social sciences. determining the “most important" factors the science social sciences

5 Four Worlds of History Social Science Factors The absolute PRIORITY of the 4W model purposeful meaningful relevant critical elements of being student-centered 5

6 Four Worlds of History Social Science Factors The absolute PURPOSE of the 4W model student-driven analysis toward independent critical thinking critical elements of being student-centered 6

7 Political WorldEconomic World Social WorldCultural World What is the American promise? 7 What factors & dynamics are the foundation of American society? What is American society based on? factors

8 Political WorldEconomic World Social WorldCultural World 8 What is the American promise? prosperity equity land of opportunity equal opportunity mobility The American Dream rights freedom

9 Political WorldEconomic World Social WorldCultural World 9 prosperity equity land of opportunity equal opportunity mobility The American Dream rights freedom How is the American Dream possible?

10 Political WorldEconomic World Social WorldCultural World 10 How is the American Dream possible? prosperity land of opportunity rule of law order infrastructure physical ▪ energy ▪ communication institutional ▪ transportation ▪ education ▪ finance ▪ health production distribution the free market stability

11 Political WorldEconomic World Social WorldCultural World 11 rights freedom How is freedom possible? tolerance social movements protest values

12 What makes freedom possible?  Freedom – i.e. rights, choices – is based on respect & tolerance. ▪ respect for others’ well-being ▪ tolerance for others’ beliefs and practices  “We must fight for our freedom?” is based on the reality that some “others” will limit our freedom/rights either because… ▪ it is to their advantage (oppression) ▪ they disagree that it is a right (morally or ethically wrong) What is the nature of democracy?  Democracy is the equal distribution of power – i.e. legal authority – to determine which rights we will give each other. ▪ We decide based on majority rule, but we acknowledge minority rights. ▪ Minorities – opinions, beliefs, practices – must often push for more rights because of advantages (privileges) that accumulate to the majority  The constitution allows the evolution of rights/freedom ▪ At any given time in American history, the balance between our different beliefs will shift… and change the freedom/rights we give each other. Notes

13 individuals have power In a democracy …

14 individuals have power In a democracy … How did these four women help stop a genocide?

15 individuals have power In a democracy …

16 the power of individuals In a democracy … works both ways…

17 the power of individuals In a democracy … CBS 60 Minutes: Campaigning for ISIS in the West [14 min 01 sec]

18 the power of individuals In a democracy …

19 Challenge CBS 60 Minutes: Campaigning for ISIS in the West -- [14 min, 1 sec] Option C continuum is part of… Evolution of Ideas: Equality From the interview with Anjem Choudary, a British-born lawyer turned Islamic preacher, cite statements he makes to determine where he lands the Option C continuum. After placing Anjem Choudary, also cite evidence to place: □ Malala Yousafzai □ Abraham Lincoln □ Yourself

20 Four Worlds of History a project of the Center for Active Learning in International Studies UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA Four Worlds analytical framework developed by Steven Lamy, Professor of International Relations, USC Four Worlds of History adapted by Teresa Hudock, Director, and Sandy Line, Associate CALIS, USC

21 Four Worlds of History Center for Active Learning in International Studies School of International Relations UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA For more information, contact: Teresa Hudock Classroom materials are available free online atdornsife.usc.edu/calis