Week 11 & 12: Revolutions

Taking into consideration the definition we have of what a revolution is, do you consider the Arab Spring, the 1989 "Revolutions", and the guerilla movements in Latin America to be revolutions? Using the criteria from the Week 10 video, and the other material we've discussed, tell me why or why not. If some are and others aren't, what makes them different?

Please use SPECIFIC EXAMPLES to back up your arguments from the sources, both readings and videos.

Week 9 & 10: Technology, War, and Development

This week, you've read and watched videos about a variety of technology. Technological and scientific advances have the potential to be both angel and devil; it's undeniable that technology often makes our lives better, but it also has the potential to be incredibly destructive. 

Using the videos and readings from this week, AND ANY from prior weeks (I encourage this), please answer the following questions: In your opinion, what was/were the biggest technological breakthrough(s) of the past century that we've discussed in this class? How did this improve or harm the quality of life (and for whom)? What do you see as the biggest potential advantages and pitfalls in technological development as globalization continues?

Please use SPECIFIC EXAMPLES to back up your arguments.