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Political Science - Introduction to Mexico

Introduction to Mexico (PSCI 1149)

Total Credits: 1
Lecture Credits: 1.00
Lab Credits: 0.00

Description: This course provides an introduction to the country of Mexico including its relationship with the United States and regional neighbors in Latin America and the Caribbean. In order to better understand contemporary Mexico, you will explore geographic and key historical as well as current internal and external political, economic, social and cultural forces that drive change and spur conflict in this country today. Key topics include migration and immigration, the role of the NAFTA and other trade treaties and the impact of the Zapatista resistance movement. You will also become familiar with the Resource Center of the Americas and other Mexico-related organizations and resources.

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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:
  • Goal 5
  • Goal 8