USSO 253 - A Widening World

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Case Western Reserve University

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This course introduces students to globalization debates. It begins with a broad overview that addresses core questions: What is globalization? Is it occurring? Is it novel, and what are its effects? The course then turns to contrasting perspectives on the relationships among markets, political units, culture and individuals, and the causes, extent, effects and desirability of economic globalization. Students use these theoretical lenses to develop arguments of their own and debate contentious contemporary and historical issues. Topics include: foreign economic strategies for the United States and poor countries; the origins of and solutions to financial crises; fair prices for basic commodities; intellectual property rights of medicines; workers rights and sweatshops; disputes over 'frankenfoods;' film wars; and the environment. The course is writing intensive. Prereq: Passing letter grade in a 100 level first year seminar in USFS, FSSO, FSCC, FSNA, FSSY or FSCS. Prereq or Coreq: FSTS 100.

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3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.case.edu

Phone Number:

(216) 368-2000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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