24-105.24 Latin American Politics and Society

Lehrende: Prof. Dr. Merike Helena Blofield

Veranstaltungsart: Seminar

Anzeige im Stundenplan: AM1: Latin America

Semesterwochenstunden: 2

Credits: 4,0

Unterrichtssprache: Englisch

Min. | Max. Teilnehmerzahl: 10 | 24

Weitere Informationen:
Verwendbar in folgenden Studiengängen bzw. Modulen:
- B.A.-Hauptfach Politikwissenschaft: AM 1 - Regieren in politischen Mehrebenensystemen
- B.A.-Nebenfach Politikwissenschaft: Fachbezogener Wahlbereich

englischsprachige Übersetzung des Lehrveranstaltungstitels:

Kommentare/ Inhalte:
As an introduction to the study of Latin American politics and society, this course is designed to enable students to gain a basic understanding of politics and society in the region as well as to prepare students for further study of the region.The course focuses on 21st century politics, including the challenges of political representation and the efforts to address the enduring challenges of economic development, inequalities and poverty through economic, social and labor policy; and the challenges of state capacity, rule of law, and violence. We will deepen our understanding of these themes through country case studies.

The course will be held in English and the readings will be in English.

Lernziel:
By successfully completing this course, students will:
• Understand the key themes in Latin American politics and society
• Deepen their understanding of the links between politics, economics and society
• Be able to situate current events in the region into the broader historical context
• Enhance their critical thinking skills more broadly and articulate positions on Latin American politics based on reason and evidence

Vorgehen:
The class will be held as an interactive seminar; participation is expected; and laptops and other technical devices will not be permitted during class time. 

Literatur:
Munck, G., & Luna, J. (2022). Latin American Politics and Society: A Comparative and Historical Analysis. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. doi:10.1017/9781108769570
Child of the Dark: The Diary of Carolina María de Jesus. 1962. (You can get any edition)
https://www.amazon.de/Child-Dark-Diary-Carolina-Maria/dp/0451529103

All other required readings are available electronically in Stine, for each class session. Students are expected to do all required readings before class each week, and come prepared to discuss and debate the reading material.

Zusätzliche Hinweise zu Prüfungen:
Weekly readings and class participation are an integral and expected part of course credit. Students will be expected to write and hand in one essay and complete one in-class essay exam. All students who register will be expected to attend class and complete the essays.