HNGR 112 - Third World Issues

Institution:

Wheaton College - Massachusetts

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Description:

An introduction to the causes and consequences of global poverty, hunger, and underdevelopment in our increasingly interdependent and resource-scarce world. Examination of the historical roots of global inequities and globalization, and the multiple challenges faced by the Global South that grow out of these. Topics covered include: food production, population, education, economics, politics and culture, natural resources, conflict, and global health. An interdisciplinary perspective and biblical principles anchor this course that also approaches these issues from the perspective of the Global South. Open to all students. Diversity course. (2 credits)

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wheatoncollege.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 285-7722

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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