POLS 3208 - Politics of Latin America

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North Georgia College & State University

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3 hours Prerequisite: POLS 2401.This is an introductory course that deals with the politics of Latin America. The objectives of this course are to understand contemporary political, economic, and social structures within a historical and theoretical context, and to constitute a basis for informed critical appreciation of the importance of Latin America. We will explore the roots of the major political and economic changes that have swept Latin America during the last century. The course presents a brief historical overview of the region as well as a discussion of current social and economic problems. We will discuss four basic models of Latin American politics (populism, revolution, authoritarianism, and democracy). Particular emphasis will be placed on understanding the causes and consequences of cycles of democratic and authoritarian rule.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.northgeorgia.edu

Phone Number:

(706) 864-1400

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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