! This is a graded discussion: 30 points possible due May 28 Discussion 2 8 8 Prompt: Which of the theories - realism, liberalism, constructivism, and radicalism - do you think best explains the recent developments in Ukraine? Or, do you think not one theory but a combination of theories help us better explain the developments? Why? Give reasons. Required reading for this Essay: 1. Chapter 3 2. Realism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnKEFSVAiNQ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnKEFSVAiNQ) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnKEFSVAiNQ) 3. Liberalism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZbDMUaqwE8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZbDMUaqwE8) 5/25/22, 11:07 PM Page 1 of 14 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZbDMUaqwE8) 4. Constructivism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYU9UfkV_XI (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYU9UfkV_XI) 5. Exploring the Ukraine Conflict through International Relations Lenses: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKfB7ih-edo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKfB7ih-edo) (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKfB7ih-edo) (In this video, I am discussing Ukraine confict with two of my colleagues from FSCJ and UCF. We are mainly applying Realism and Libearlism to our analysis of the conflict. It was recorded about a month ago.) (You are welcome to use other resources, but do not use online learning resources like lumens learning, Wikipedia, study.com, Khan Academy, Quizlet, etc. You must use resources from reputable outlets like New York Times, Guardian, BBC, etc.) Assignment Details: Your initial posting should be two paragraphs long and 200-250 words (10 more words fine), excluding citations and references. It should present your compelling response to the above prompt and provide strong evidence from the sources listed above to support your position. 5/25/22, 11:07 PM Page 2 of 14 strong evidence from the sources listed above to support your position. You should then make at least one posting, 100-150 words, that engage your peers' ideas/arguments. Part I: Initial Post worth 20 points Write an original post (similar to a short essay) with at least two paragraphs that include sources and proper APA or Chicago or MLA citations and references. *You must post the initial essay by Thursday. Penalty of 10% for late initial posts. Part II: Follow up posts worth 10 points Write at least one substantive posts which must be a compelling response to one of your peers' (initial) posts. It MUST be a substantive reply (remember, this is your opportunity to demonstrate your understanding of the material and earn the highest grade possible). Do not just write laudatory responses to your peers, challenge them and their arguments....move the discussion forward *No discussion postings will be accepted after the deadline, Saturday, 11:59 PM. A Few Words of Advice... Your argument should not be based on unfounded, preconceived beliefs. Statements that start with or include "I believe ...