Political Science - Introduction to Latin America
Introduction to Latin America (PSCI 1140)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
3.00
Lab Credits:
0.00
Description:
The purpose of this course is to provide an introductory and interdisciplinary overview of the contemporary problems and achievements of Latin American countries and peoples. You will examine the contemporary history, politics, culture, economy and social structure of the region using the concepts of internal and external conflict, innovation and transformation. Key issues and events include colonial legacies; dilemmas of economic and political development; migration and urbanization; race, ethnicity and gender; religion and cultural identity; relations with the U.S.; and the region's role in the world today.
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Learning Outcomes:
Prerequisites:
Placement score into READ 0200 or placement score into ESOL 0052 or completion of READ 0100 or ESOL 0042 with faculty recommendation into ESOL 0052.
MnTC: