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War And Peace In West Africa Since 1960

This course provides an in-depth study of war and peace in West Africa since 1960. It explores the history, concepts, and conflicts/resolutions within the sub-region, examining their impact on human relations. The course classifies war and peace experiences of English-speaking and French-speaking West African peoples to facilitate understanding. It also provides guidance on tutor-marked assignments and emphasizes the importance of active participation in classes.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
WarPeaceWest AfricaConflict ResolutionECOWAS

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Concept of War and Peace

2

West African History Since 1960

3

Colonialism and its Impact

4

Conflict Resolution Methods

5

Role of ECOWAS

6

Peace-Keeping Operations

7

Regional Security

8

Post-Colonial Conflicts

Total Topics8 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

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Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

2h

Unit 1: West Africa before 1960

2 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to War and Peace in West Africa since 1960.
  • •Understand the concepts of war and peace.
  • •Study West Africa's socio-political situation before 1960.
Week
2

Module 1:

2h

Unit 2: Major Wars of Colonial Conquest in West Africa

2 study hours
  • •Identify European strategies of penetration into West Africa.
  • •Understand the concept of pacification in colonial conquest.
  • •Study examples of colonial conquests in West Africa.
Week
3

Module 1:

2h

Unit 3: Background to Post-colonial Wars in West Africa: A Historical Perspective

2 study hours
  • •Examine the pre-colonial setting and the slave trade's impact.
  • •Analyze the religious factor and its influence on conflicts.
  • •Understand the colonial factor's role in setting the stage for post-colonial wars.
Week
4

Module 1:

2h

Unit 4: Causes of Wars/Conflicts in West Africa since 1960

2 study hours
  • •Identify the nature of colonial boundaries and their impact.
  • •Analyze the role of ethnicity in West African conflicts.
  • •Understand economic and political factors contributing to wars.
Week
5

Module 2:

2h

Unit 1: General Principles of Conflict Resolution

2 study hours
  • •Define conflict resolution and its processes.
  • •Understand conflict management and transformation.
  • •Study collaboration, negotiation, and mediation.
Week
6

Module 2:

2h

Unit 2: Conflict Handling Styles

2 study hours
  • •Explore various conflict handling styles.
  • •Identify factors influencing conflict handling styles.
  • •Understand extra-territorial aspects of conflict handling.
Week
7

Module 2:

2h

Unit 3: The Concept, and Process, of Mediation

2 study hours
  • •Define mediation and its guiding principles.
  • •Understand the mediation process stages.
  • •Study problem statement and clarification.
Week
8

Module 2:

2h

Unit 4: Methods of Conflict Resolution amongst States in West Africa since 1960

2 study hours
  • •Examine the nature and scope of conflict in West Africa.
  • •Understand conflict resolution methods in pre-ECOWAS and ECOWAS periods.
  • •Study the challenges of peace-making efforts.
Week
9

Module 3:

2h

Unit 1: War/Conflict in English-speaking West African Countries since 1960

2 study hours
  • •Study the Nigerian Civil War's background and causes.
  • •Understand the Liberian Civil War's origins and ECOWAS intervention.
  • •Analyze the conflict in Sierra Leone and its resolution.
Week
10

Module 3:

2h

Unit 2: War/Conflict in Non-English-speaking West African Countries since 1960

2 study hours
  • •Examine the Chadian crisis and external involvement.
  • •Understand the conflicts in Cote d'Ivoire.
  • •Study the conflict in Guinea-Bissau and its resolution.
Week
11

Module 3:

2h

Unit 3: The Role of (the Economic Community of) West African States in Conflicts/Wars in their English-Speaking Sister Countries

2 study hours
  • •Analyze the role of West African states in the Nigerian Civil War.
  • •Understand ECOWAS' strategic role in the Liberian conflict.
  • •Study ECOWAS' role in the Sierra Leone conflict.
Week
12

Module 3:

2h

Unit 4: The Role of (the Economic Community of) West African States in the Conflicts/Wars in their Non-English-Speaking Sister Countries

2 study hours
  • •Examine the role of West African states in the Chadian crisis.
  • •Understand ECOWAS' role in the Cote d'Ivoire conflict.
  • •Study ECOWAS' role in the Guinea-Bissau conflict.
Week
13

Module 4:

4h

Unit 1: The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in the Context of Peace/Security in West Africa

2 study hours
  • •Understand the background to ECOWAS formation.
  • •Study key provisions of the ECOWAS treaty.
  • •Analyze the significance of ECOWAS interventions.

Unit 2: ECOWAS' ECOMOG: Peace-keeping Missions in West Africa

2 study hours
  • •Review ECOMOG's peace-keeping missions in West Africa.
  • •Understand the arguments for and against ECOWAS intervention.
  • •Study the profile of ECOMOG peace missions and regional peace.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review all unit objectives and key concepts from Modules 1-4.

2

Create timelines of major conflicts and peace initiatives discussed in the course.

3

Compare and contrast the roles of ECOWAS in different conflict situations.

4

Practice essay questions on the causes of war and methods of conflict resolution.

5

Focus on understanding the historical context and underlying factors of each conflict.

6

Develop critical thinking skills to analyze complex scenarios and propose solutions.

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