Topic: Latin American Revolutions
| Time | Days | Location | Instructor | GER | Credit | OPUS Class Number | Syllabus (Tentative) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8:30am-9:20am | MWF | Tarbutton Hall 105 | Juan del Aguila. | HSC. | 4 | 3010 | TBA. |
This course offers a broad interpretation of Latin American politics and government from developmental and cultural perspectives. Significant issues shaping contemporary politics will also be discussed, namely democratization, neoliberal economic models, human rights and the tension between militarism and democratic legitimacy.
Catalog Description: An analysis of the Mexican, Cuban, and Nicaraguan revolutions, with emphasis on the sources and consequences of political change.
Required Textbooks, Articles, and Resources
- Gladstone, Jack A.. 2002. Revolutions: Theoretical, Comparative, and Historical Studies. ISBN: 9780155066793. Wadsworth
- Gonzalez, et. al., Edward. 2004. Cuba after Castro: Legacies, Challenges, and Impediments. ISBN: 9780833035356. The RAND Corporation
- Montaner, Carlos Alberto. 2001. Journey to the Heart of Cuba: Life as Fidel Castro. ISBN: 9781892941619. Algora Publishing
- Ruiz, Ramon Eduardo. 1982. The Great Rebellion: Mexico, 1905-1924. ISBN: 9780393951295. W.W. Norton
- Selbin, Eric. 1998. Modern Latin American Revolutions. ISBN: 9780813335636. Westview Press (2nd Edition)
Grading
| Assignment/Exam | Details | % of Total Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Research Paper | One 15-17 page paper. | 30% |
| Final Examination | NA | 40% |
| Mid-term Examination | NA | 30% |
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