Sessional Lecturer: POLHS, Topics in Comparative Politics III; Palestinian Politics

Course Number and Title

POL
379H1 S, Topics in Comparative Politics III (Palestinian Politics)

This course provides a comprehensive study of Palestinian politics, focusing on the history, evolution, and internal dynamics of the Palestinian national movement. It examines the emergence and transformation of Palestinian political identity, the formation and development of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO), and the competition for leadership within the Palestinian political landscape between the major movements such as Fatah and Hamas.

The course explores how Palestinian actors navigated critical historical junctures, including the British Mandate, the Nakba, the establishment of the Palestinian Authority, and internal political divisions. While the broader Palestinian-Israeli conflict provides context, the primary focus is on Palestinian decision‑making, factional strategies, and the political rationale behind key positions. By engaging with scholarly analyses and historical narratives, students will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and aspirations that have shaped Palestinian political life and their ongoing pursuit of self‑determination.

• Estimated course enrollment: 70 students
• Estimated TA support: 50 hours

Thursday 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

• The delivery method for this course is currently in‑person. The method may change as determined by the Faculty or the Department.

January 1, 2027 – April 30, 2027

• Sessional Lecturers I – $9,997.48
• Sessional Lecturers I (Long Term) – $10,699.22
• Sessional Lecturers II – $10,699.22
• Sessional Lecturers II (Long Term) – $10,953.96
• Sessional Lecturers III – $10,953.96
• Sessional Lecturers III (Long Term) – $11,228.90

• PhD is required.
• Teaching experience at the university level is required.

• Demonstrated evidence of excellence in teaching and mastery of the subject area is preferred.
• Previous experience in teaching a similar course is preferred.

• Preparation of course syllabus and course marking scheme.
• Planning and teaching weekly lectures.
• Setting and marking assignments, tests and exams, and course administration in accordance with the University regulations as described in the Faculty of Arts & Science Academic Handbook for Instructors.
• Submission of grades.
• Available for office hours for academic counselling of students.
• Dealing with student enquiries, appeals and petitions.
• Supervising and training TAs.

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Political Science, Social Sciences

Open under CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II or Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12 of the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 collective agreement. (Rates stated in the collective agreement prevail if they differ from those listed.)