E-Learning for Educators
In service of professional development needs, the Peace Operations Training Institute offers its e-learning courses at a reduced rate for educators. Educators receive a $10 discount on every paid POTI course and may enrol in the bundle below for special bulk pricing. Secondary school social studies educators have used the reading hours of the Institute’s courses for teacher licensure renewal credits, allowing them to earn credits flexibly, on their own time.
Educator Course Bundle
An Introduction to the UN System and Its Role in International Peace and Security
This course is a primer for those who want to know more about the United Nations and its role in international peace and security. The UN system is large and complex, comprising many independent parts. See more
Study with the following: audiobook, interactive module, quizlet & video.
The History of United Nations Peacekeeping Operations During the Cold War: 1945 to 1987
This course provides students with an understanding of the genesis, origin, evolution, functioning, and effectiveness of United Nations peace operations during the Cold War. It covers the Arab-Israeli conflict and missions in Korea, Lebanon, the Congo, India and Pakistan, the Middle East, Cyprus, and Africa. See more
The History of United Nations Peacekeeping Operations Following the Cold War: 1988 to 1996
This course traces the resurgence and subsequent retrenchment of United Nations peace operations and peace enforcement during the years following the Cold War, discussing both the successes and the failures. It covers the operations in the Persian Gulf, Yugoslavia, Somalia, Rwanda, Mozambique, Angola, Cambodia, and Central America. See more
The History of United Nations Peacekeeping Operations from 2000–2020
In this course, you will learn about the history of United Nations peace operations active between 2000 and mid-2020. It is organized to give students an overview of five main themes. See more
Study with the following: audiobook, interactive module, quizlet & video.
The History of United Nations Peacekeeping Operations from Retrenchment to Resurgence: 1997 to 2006
This course traces the retrenchment of United Nations peace operations in the late 1990s and early twenty-first century, which led to a growth in the size, scope, and complexity of new and existing United Nations peace and peace enforcement operations. The course covers operations in Haiti, Guatemala, the Balkans, and Africa. See more