The required book is available at the nyu book store. But few know about the literary tradition from which these writers. Most of the readings will be recent works that selfconsciously contribute to a revisionist approach to latin america and offer new insights into familiar topics, such as the age of revolutions, liberalism, caudillismo, statebuilding, elite politics, historia patria, the destruction of slavery, civilization and barbarism, and underdevelopment. Students will be introduced to the basic institutions of the american political system and will explore the forces that have been integral to the inclusionexclusion of mexican americsns in the united states. Class code spanua 9762001 spanua 9760001 instructor details. The authors include many of the most prominent and distinguished voices in the study of latin american politics of recent decades. We will also consider the role and function of state and local governments in the american political system. Readings introduction to latin american studies political. Flit 266 latin american literature syllabus text the. We will sign up for books on the first day of class. Latin american humanities is a twosemester course sequence that provides a rigorous introduction to latin american literature and culture. Harold lasswell informed us decades ago that politics is the process of determining who gets what. A joint collaboration between scholars at harvard university and in cuba, this book includes the same editors and many of the same authors as the cuban economy at the start of the twentyfirst century, which is also part of the david rockefeller center for latin american studies drclass series on latin american studies. Book series david rockefeller center for latin american.
The romantic age of american politics by john niven. These assignments must be turned in as pdf files unless otherwise indicated by 5 p. September 1216 antecedents to the rise of authoritarianism in the southern cone and peru biglaiser, 2146. To understand how political parties, interest groups, the media, and public opinion affect executive, legislative, and judicial decisions. It will reflect on how the dichotomy civilization vs. Latin american politics department of political science. Books are available in the university bookstore unless otherwise noted. It is an excellent resource for scholars, students, and analysts. The key to these assignments is to make a structured argument based on clear criteria for evaluation and careful use of evidence.
Latin america, however, has had a long and interestingalthough troubledexperience with democracy. History, politics and culture in latin america an introduction spring 20. You must get the latin american history packet from a friend. As with any literature course, this one will be based significantly upon your ability to read each work carefully and completely. Pols bc 3304 colloquium on politics and policymaking in american federalism. Latin america, comparative politics, political regimes, democratization, labor.
Upon successful completion, the students will be able to accomplish the following tasks. Click download or read online button to quantitative latin american studies book pdf for free now. Syllabus for latin american political economy ps w3952. Representative works of latin american literature, history, anthropology and art are read and discussed in class. This hassdci course is designed as an introduction to latin american politics and society for undergraduates at mit. What is the legacy of revolution in latin america, and what are its origins. Objectives this class focuses on the transformation of latin american political economy since the debt crisis of the 1980s. This course will examine a variety of social, economic, and political issues that have faced latin america during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. We will explore the philosophical and historical roots of american politics and major institutions including, but not limited to congress, the presidency, the judiciary, and the bureaucracy. The purpose of the course is to understand change and continuity in the region.
The approach is selfconsciously comparative and encourages students to develop stronger comparative analysis skills through such topics as history, violence, democracy, and political economy. Latin american politics, second edition is a thematic introduction to the political systems of all 20 latin american countries. A couple of decades ago, we had little empirical support for effects of political humor. The course is divided into five parts, each one corresponding to a major cinematic period. Department of political science pols 101, national government of the united states. Perfect for use on a smart phone or an ipad using the ibooks app. September 59 theories of economic development in latin america wynia, 246. From the mexican revolution 19101920 to the cuban 1959, subsequent social movements, uprisings, and contemporary cells of resistance, social justice as well as its swift crushing by political elites and caudillos has an intimate place in latin american. Introduction to latin american cinema sample syllabus course description this course offers students a cultural history of latin america in the twentieth and twentyfirst centuries through the study of its cinema. The study of latin american politics has been a major strength of the political science program at pitt for many years.
Government and politics latin america draft syllabus. Latin american politics pols w4461 or equivalent background on latin american politics is a requirement for admission whereas the scope and methods class from ps is strongly encouraged. Then, our program will make a tour on the great political and social paths that occurred in argentina since. Download pdf quantitative latin american studies free. Latin america is a complex region full of contrasts. Here is a list of books available for purchase at paragraph. Through this book, both spanish and english readers will realize that latin americans have much to tell. He is a member of the inter american dialogue and the author of colombia. The class site for hist 318, a course on the history of relations between latin america and the united states. Power and politics in latin america, the washington post, 6 july 1997, sec. Democracy and authoritarianism, latin america, concept analysis, qualitative methods, multimethod research, comparative politics.
The seven years war and the fate of empire in british north america, 17541766 by fred anderson. This well proven learning method is a refreshing choice in this digital age. Rather, you draw on course readings and lecture to evaluate particular episodes of u. Information about latin humanities columbia university. Comparative political economy, environmental policy, regulation, urban politics and policy, latin america. In addition, you will choose one of the following books to read. Syllabus for latin american politics poli 140c, taught during summer session ii, julyaugust 2018, in the politics department at the university of california, santa cruz. Additional materials located on the moodle course site and course web site.
Reviews the routledge handbook of latin american politics is the first ever broadly comprehensive overview of the state of this field. In order to understand latin american history from the perspective of those who lived it, we will rely on films, literary works, and first hand accounts by latin americans. We suggest printing out the latin exercise book and working through the exercises with a pencil or a pen. Introduction to latin american politics pols 2570 saint louis. This textbook integrates domestic and international factors for understanding latin american politics. Aug 30, 2015 application to the federal structure to remedy local parochialism, i. The syllabus as a contract the first purpose of a syllabuseither explicitly or implicitlyis to serve as a contract between the instructor and the student matejka and kurke 1994, smith and razzouk 1993. The politics of latin america spring 2016 course nyu arts. This course studies some of this dynamic regions most important shiftsfrom independence, the legacies of colonialism, and the. Quantitative latin american studies download quantitative latin american studies ebook pdf or read online books in pdf, epub, and mobi format. The american democratic principles and procedures, and the ways in which these are embodied in the u. Discuss, synthesize and analyze key point associated with latin american film within the contents of the latin american social, political and economical settings in which they were produced.
This yearlong seminar introduces students to current questions and debates in the study of race and ethnicity in latin america, from the colonial period to the present. He is a member of the interamerican dialogue and the author of colombia. Attendance and active participation 15%, 1 inclass presentation 15%, 3 reaction papers 20%, a midterm exam 20 %, a final paper and presentation 30%. This course examines the ways in which political power is structured, exercised, and. Latin american social problems of the inclusion of the other and the other will be seen. This course is an introductory survey of the politics of latin america. A concise introduction to american politics 2 nd edition.
A daily subscription monday through friday to the times. The thematic structure of the book is to utilize three different levels of analysis to explain latin american politics. To understand american political institutions and their roles within the american political system. Make the most of your trip to work by learning latin grammar on the way. Compulsory reading books that can be purchased as a copy in buenos aires or the student may acquire prior beginning of the course. Students interested in comparing a latin american country with a non latin american country for their research paper should consult with me before proceeding, but should keep in mind that this class is not exclusively about theoretical tools. This course will cover significant new research on latin america politics and political economy, mostly books, articles, and papers from the last five or so years. Flit 266 latin american literature syllabus text the oxford. Hellinger, comparative politics of latin america, 2nd edition routledge, 2015 henceforth. Syllabus american politics pdf linkedin slideshare. Introduction to latin american cinema course description. But nowand particularly, in the past five yearsscholars have conducted many investigations of late night political humor content and effects, with results that, more often than not, challenge our conventional wisdom and expectations about politics, humor, and entertainment. I will regularly update the syllabus online, and mark the. We will examine the historical development of institutions and political actors in latin america, as well as the main themes and theories of latin american politics and development.
Our seminar answers the call, issued by anthropologist peter wade 1997, to produce scholarship integrating the study of africans and their descendants, along with indigenous. This course is designed to introduce students the political systems of latin. The purposes of a syllabus northern arizona university. How latin americans and their allies fought and ended u. Find materials for this course in the pages linked along the left. The political and economic history of latin america skidmore and smith 2004, the history of modern latin america, 68, on blackboard.
Polua 530 pablo querubin department of politics, nyu 19w 4th street, room 208. The routledge handbook of latin american politics is the first ever broadly comprehensive overview of the state of this field. The best books on latin american politics five books. This course examines key political and economic policies in latin america over the. The approach to studying latin american politics at pitt goes. Latin american, latino and caribbean studies courses. Political scientist patricio navia discusses how the identity of latin america is inextricably bound up with its colonial history, why latin american voters elect leftwing leaders, and how social inclusion is necessary for latin america to realise its full potential. Like any contract, the syllabus serves to set forth what is expected during the term of the contracttypically a semesterand to guide. It is also intended to survey the main themes that exist in the study of latin american politics today. Latin american, latino and caribbean studies curriculum. Latin american politics university of california, santa cruz. Latin american politics summer 2017, session 2 july 31 september. The students will analyze and synthesize films, recognizing the diversity of latin american culture with its and historical contexts the course will emphasize student collaboration, inclass discussion and lectures.
This course examines dynamics of continuity and change in latin american. This selection has assembled a rich diversity of themes and styles, cultural views, and voices of rebellion that well portrays the latin american continent. Classes on latin american politics generally focus on the lack of democratic rule in the region. Check the course site in nyu classes before every lecture, for the most updated version of the syllabus.
Policing strategies and fear of crime in latin america, latin american politics and society, vol. Latin american politics summer 2017, session 2 july 31september. Syllabus introduction to latin american studies political. The powers, rights, responsibilities and limitations on the executive branch, both express and. Moreover, almost every country in the region has undergone a recent democratic transition from authoritarian rule. Aug 03, 20 collection of us history books to read for a selfpaced class and thorough grounding.
The best books on latin american politics recommended by patricio navia. Wiarda, and latin american politics and development, sixth edition with howard j. Organized chronologically and thematically, it will examine developments in spanish and portuguese america by reading both secondary and primary sources available in english translation. This course is an introductory survey of colonial latin american history, spanning the sixteenth to the early nineteenth century. Class code spanua 9762001 spanua 9760001 instructor details flavia fiorucci. Eng 211 syllabus and schedule for modern latin american. But few know about the literary tradition from which these. We ask what defines latin america as a region and examine key historical, cultural, and political trends from.
Analyze a film using cultural studies and film theory demonstrating an understanding of vocabulary, concepts, materials, techniques, and methods of. The process by which citizens develop their political values, and how these get expressed in public opinion, party politics, and interest group activity. We will explore the philosophical and historical roots of american politics and major institutions including, but not limited to congress, the presidency. Since the end of colonialism for most of them, latin american countries have experienced rapid political changes. Besides the regular reading assignments drawn from latin american philosophy for the 21st century or posted on blackboard, the course requirements are as follows. It is part of columbia colleges core curriculum and fulfills its major cultures requirement. Paula alonso, politics and elections in buenos aires, 18901898. Identify the strengths and weaknesses of contending explanations or interpretations for. The lawmaking process within the federal system, the functions of a bicameral legislature and the role of the executive in the lawmaking process. The performance of the radical party, journal of latin american studies 25. Highlighting eleven different topics in separate chapters, the thematic approach of latin american politics offers students the conceptual tools they need to analyze the political systems of all twenty latin american nations. This course is designed to introduce students to the mexican american experience within the united states political system. The films selected will provide social, historical and ideological frameworks to study the changes which have taken place in contemporary latin america course objectives. This introductory course is designed to familiarize the student with the political and governmental systems of the.
Overall workload reading, writing, class participation, and examinations is similar to that of other hassd courses. The three required books for this course have been ordered and are presently on sale at the college. The course aims to provide a theoretical and substantive understanding of the people, cultures, politics and development of latin america. Think critically about american and texas government and their various components. Democracy under assault, second edition 1995, westview, an introduction to latin american politics and development, second edition with howard j.