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GOV 428 - The Politics of Development

Description
This course explores the theory and practice of international development, with an emphasis on political dynamics. The course begins with an overview of the most well-known and debated theories of development, such as modernization and dependency theories. We then discuss the politics of foreign aid and humanitarian assistance. Finally, the course explores several topics that are important to this area of study, such as gender, ethno-development, and participatory development. While not excluding other regions of the world, the course has a strong emphasis on the politics of development in Latin America.
Credits: 1

Course Attribute(s):
SOCS Gen Ed: Social Science Req


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