POL 416 - Comparative Political Development

Institution:

Catholic University of America

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Description:

Provides a comprehensive overview of the process of political, social, and economic change in the developing nations of Asia, Africa, and Latin America. After a review of the theoretical literature, analyzes the historical record of development. Principal issues include the politics of modernization; dynamics of political participation; crisis of authority; breakdown of democracy, and transitions from authoritarian rule. World Politics.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.cua.edu

Phone Number:

(202) 319-5000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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