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RESEARCH REPORT ON WIKIPEDIA COMPARISON
Stéphanie Latour

Wikipedia Articles listed:
Geopolitics Critical Geopolitics Geostrategy The Geographical Pivot of History

Wikipedia article #1 :

"Geopolitics." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 1 Sep. 2014. Web. 9 Sep. 2014

Wikipedia article #2:

"Critical geopolitics." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 22 Apr. 2014. Web. 9 Sep. 2014.

Wikipedia article #3:

"Geostrategy." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 10 Jul. 2014. Web. 9 Sep. 2014.

Wikipedia article #4:

"The Geographical Pivot of History." Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 4 Sep. 2014. Web. 9 Sep. 2014.

Other Encyclopedia Articles Listed:
 

Canadian Encyclopedia article #1:

Harbron, John D.. "Geopolitics". The Canadian Encyclopedia. Toronto: Historica Canada, 2006. Web. 8 Feb 2006.

The Encyclopedia of Earth article #2:

(2010). Oil Pollution and Prevention regulation overview. Retrieved from http://www.eoearth.org/view/article/51cbef997896bb431f69e35d

Thoughts & Discussion
Due to an overwhelming interest in geopolitics, and the current issues and controversies around the world, the research I have found relates to the broader subject of geopolitics. With the support and assistance of Wikipedia, I have found several interesting articles relating to the understanding of geopolitics, the conformity of geopolitics and several different topics and arguments relating to geopolitics around the globe. Since the subject of geopolitics happens to be somewhat comprehensive and extensive, the articles that I have chosen likely describe the general outlook on geopolitics around the world and the wide-ranging roll of those working in the geopolitics fields.

Along with the Wikipedia articles that I have found, I have managed to analyze a few encyclopedia articles relating to the comprehensive subject of geopolitics. In fact, to be more specific, The Canadian Encyclopedia has disposed of all information pertaining to geopolitics, and it’s affects on human health worldwide. Having said this, the geopolitics research has inspired and prompted me to find more articles within the Encyclopedia of Earth. These articles found suggested and intended, to relay the information to society that oil pollution may be an eminent cause of human health and well –being.

RESEARCH REPORT ON WIKIPEDIA COMPARISON
Stéphanie Latour

Summery of Article #1 - Wikipedia:
Geopolitics falls under many different categories regarding several effects that geography and international politics have on the world. Both human and physical geography have a role to support the study of political behaviour. This subject revolves around method of foreign policy (2014, 18:54), which helps the understanding of geographical variables. These subjects are the physical locations, climate, size, technology and natural resources of the area being overlooked. The analysis of geopolitics is primarily described has geography having an effect on politics, however; due to an overwhelming interest and the demand for geopolitical information, the usage has greatly evolved and has now surpassed the general implications.

Summery of Article #2 - Canadian Encyclopaedia:
As stated in the article Geopolitics by The Canadian Encyclopaedia, based on an area’s geographical characteristics, it is easy to assume that strategies are designed to assist national identity and development (Harbron, 2006). In the early 20th century, geopolitics was influenced by British geographer, Sir Halford J. Mackinder, who essentially hypothesized strategies that justified Nazi expansion.

In consequence, geopolitics also became the explanation of the “Manifest Destiny” idea theorized by the US in the nineteenth century. Interesting to say, Canada is an excellent example of “geo-strategic region”. The planning of government and industrial planning is increasing gradually. It has been challenging for Canada since the planning of development for overall geopolitical view remains a continuous procedure. As for other countries, such as the US, former USSR and Brazil have overcome many of these obstacles. Their potential in natural resources and geographical position is developing progressively. This will potentially result in the growth for power that will eventually support military and commercial sea power and assist in working towards national goals.

Summery/Comparison of Differences and Similarities of both Articles:
With some similarities, both articles are still projecting the message and information of Geopolitics differently. The Wikipedia article, Geopolitics concentrates on promoting the definition of geopolitics and how it relates to international politics. The article also enlightens and focuses on the human’s physical behaviour and its impact on geopolitics around the world. With great detail, this article provides an excellent perspective and also resourceful information of each category that describes geopolitics.

As for the Canadian Encyclopaedia article, Geopolitics the information provided is extremely knowledgeable and resourceful. Although it does not provide statistical and detailed information, it provides a diverse venue of relevant information. The article focuses on the history of Geopolitics as well as defining the facts. Both articles have similar definitions focussing of different aspects of the subject. This article, in particular, outlines the beginning of Geopolitics and its ongoing revolution within the world of politics and geography. It guides users in understanding what is meant by geopolitics, and what we can actually do as citizens to assist in the development of geopolitical growth in our country and in fact the world, as well as educating and informing users of the interest of the  19th century facts.

List of Thorough References concerning: Geopolitics:
These significant articles focus on primary global issues that have occurred and are occurring in the world today. They focus on main issues that global politics and geography may have on society in general. The importance of both national and personal interests, regarding this subjects, has touched many citizens around the world. Through the readings of these articles, citizens are aware of the situation and are more concerned. I was able to retrieve valuable and interesting information regarding Arms trade, world military spending, training human rights violators, and civilian casualties. I was impressed with the information found on the subject of geopolitics and global issues. The information was very informative and enlightening, even reading the smaller articles.

Stratfor – Global Intelligence provides users with a thorough and informative list of geopolitical articles and issues that are currently happening in the world as well. The articles are extremely up to date focusing on the major global and economic issues. Civilians should take advantage of this educational information. Impressively, the article by Walter Russell mead, published on the Foreign Affairs web page explains the dangers of the return of geopolitics. Though we may think geopolitics can only improve the world as it states in most of these articles, it can also destroy it. As explained in the article, for the past few years, geopolitical rivalries have spoken in aggressive ways and are ready to re-establish old-fashioned power plays. This can only mean destruction and perhaps even violence, therefore would put civilians at risk.

Assessment of both Articles:
Throughout both articles, it is clear to see that they provide proficiency in their information regarding geopolitics. The Wikipedia article provides us with thorough and detailed information on the subject of geopolitics such as the beginning of geopolitics (a theory) as well as the American geopolitical doctrine, witch focuses on sea power and other major historical events since the twentieth century.

The article also emphasizes on the Mackinder and the Heartland Theory, providing us with an explanation of the theory and its history. Not only does this Wikipedia article provide comprehensive information on American geopolitics, but also on global geopolitics, and its history. I strongly believe that this article can be classified as extremely resourceful and educational due to the proficiency of the facts and statistics given.

As for my other article regarding Geopolitics, from the Canadian Encyclopedia, the information provided is just as informative, however; much more interesting to read. Why? I believe that every articles that begin with a quote, or a small general introduction to the subject, automatically attracts readers. It intrigues the reader in recognizing that this article is interesting .This article focuses on similar format as the Wikipedia article, but the article seems to have been written differently in an essay format, which creates interesting vibe for the reader and makes it easier to comprehend As for an academic article, it assesses the importance of geopolitics and its general role on the world. I believe that this article can be categorized as extremely accurate and comprehensive providing extensive information on the subject.

10 Additional Resources concerning: Geopolitics
Woon, Chih Yuan. "Precarious Geopolitics And The Possibilities Of Nonviolence." Progress In Human Geography 38.5 (2014): 654-670. Academic Search Complete. Web. 28 Oct. 2014.

Sharp, Joanne P. "Geopolitics At The Margins? Reconsidering Genealogies Of Critical Geopolitics." Political Geography (2013): 20. Expanded Academic ASAP. Web. 28 Oct. 2014.

Krickovic, Andrej. "Imperial Nostalgia Or Prudent Geopolitics? Russia's Efforts To Reintegrate The Post-Soviet Space In Geopolitical Perspective." Post-Soviet Affairs 30.6 (2014): 503-528. Business Source Complete. Web. 28 Oct. 2014.

Dittmer, Jason. "Geopolitical Assemblages And Complexity." Progress In Human Geography 38.3 (2014): 385-401. Academic Search Complete. Web. 28 Oct. 2014.

Rosenboim, Or. "Geopolitics And Global Democracy In Owen Lattimore's Political Thought." International History Review 36.4 (2014): 745-766. Humanities International Index. Web. 28 Oct. 2014.

Güney, Aylin, and Nazif Mandacı. "The Meta-Geography Of The Middle East And North Africa In Turkey’S New Geopolitical Imagination." Security Dialogue 44.5/6 (2013): 431-448. Academic Search Complete. Web. 28 Oct. 2014.

Charles, Asselin. "Race And Geopolitics In The Work Of Anténor Firmin." Journal Of Pan African Studies 7.2 (2014): 68-88. Academic Search Complete. Web. 28 Oct. 2014.

Roslington, James. "‘England Is Fighting Us Everywhere’: Geopolitics And Conspiracy Thinking In Wartime Morocco." Journal Of North African Studies 19.4 (2014): 501-517. Humanities International Index. Web. 28 Oct. 2014.

CAZES, BERNARD. "La Géographie D'abord À PROPOS DE L'article DE ROBERT KAPLAN « THE REVENGE OF GEOGRAPHY ». (French)." Futuribles 363 (2010): 63-69. SocINDEX with Full Text. Web. 28 Oct. 2014.

Murphy, David Thomas. "Hitler's Geostrategist?: The Myth Of Karl Haushofer And The 'Institut Für Geopolitik'." Historian 76.1 (2014): 1-25. Academic Search Complete. Web. 28 Oct. 2014.