MVE437 Politics of Developing Nations

Fakulta sociálních studií
podzim 2003
Rozsah
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Vyučující
Carlos Juárez, Ph.D. (přednášející), PhDr. Pavel Pšeja, Ph.D. (zástupce)
Garance
PhDr. Pavel Pšeja, Ph.D.
Katedra mezinárodních vztahů a evropských studií – Fakulta sociálních studií
Kontaktní osoba: Olga Cídlová, DiS.
Rozvrh
Út 10:00–11:40 U31, Čt 10:00–11:40 U31
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Mateřské obory/plány
Cíle předmětu
A survey of political, social, and economic change in developing nations and the relationship among elements of change. The course provides a critical overview of dominant theories of development, highlighting international and internal forces affecting developing nations. The readings link concepts pertaining to history, politics, economics, and international relations to a set of eight case studies: the "classic" cases of Mexico, Nigeria, Iran, and China and the "alternative" cases of Peru, Zimbabwe, Turkey, and Indonesia. Provides a solid introduction to the eight countries, as well as the analytical tools needed to appreciate the enormous diversity of experience within and across regions.
Osnova
  • 1. Introduction to course (Sept 30) Comparative studies of the "other world" No assigned readings 2. Historical legacies (Oct 2) Readings: "Precolonial history" "Colonialism: Gold, God, and Glory" 3. Independence (Oct 7) Readings: "Independence or In Dependence?" "Linking Concepts and Cases" 4. Globalization and its discontents (Oct 9) Readings: "Globalization: Cause of Cure for Underdevelopment?" 5. The international economic system (Oct 14) Readings: "Structural Adjustment: Prices and Politics" 6. Politics and political change (Oct 16) Readings: "The Call to Arms: Violent Paths to Change" 7. Explaining transitions (Oct 21) Readings: "Political Transitions: Real and Virtual" 8. Beyond the Nation-State (Oct 24) Readings: "Sovereignty and the Role of International Organizations" 9. The U.S. and Developing Nations (Oct 28) Readings: "Dealing with a Superpower: Third World Views of the U.S."
Metody hodnocení
Course assignments include one short paper comparing and contrasting at least two cases from different regions, and a brief oral presentation from a selection of readings. Additional articles on current issues in the developing world will come from the weekly The Economist and daily New York Times.
Vyučovací jazyk
Angličtina
Informace učitele
Readings will draw from December Green and Laura Luehrmann's new book, Comparative Politics of the Third World: Linking Concepts and Cases. Boulder, Colorado, USA (Lynne Rienner Publishers, 2003). ISBN: 1-58826-206-5 www.rienner.com Additional readings of current issues in the developing world will come from the weekly The Economist and daily New York Times. LEARNING OBJECTIVES To help students gain continued knowledge and a deeper understanding of major issues in the study of international relations and world politics, with a focus on developing countries in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and the Americas. To survey the major theories and approaches in the fields of comparative politics and political development. To help students gain a better understanding of the causes and dynamics of the persistent income gap between rich and poor countries, as well as the rich and poor within poor countries. To introduce students to the forces shaping conflict and cooperation in the world arena. To highlight the moral dimensions and ethical considerations of international relations. To provide students with opportunities in written and oral self expression. To create an atmosphere conducive to student participation in critical and analytical thinking.
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