A History of the Developing World
History · 3 hrs Lecture
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6 credit hours in HIST 1000-level courses
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Description
This course examines the historical roots of development and underdevelopment, processes that have led to the emergence of the developing world or Third World as a distinctive, though diverse region. It surveys trends such as colonization, industrialization, militarization and trade in the South from the 15th to the 20th century. It investigates the ways in which both external pressures and internal dynamics have contributed to continuity and change in these regions. This course will help students to understand the historical context for contemporary changes in developing countries, as well as the context in which particular development theories and practices emerged.
Requisite courses
IDS-1100(6) or 6 credit hours in HIST 1000-level courses, or permission of the Instructor [prerequisite(s)].
Restrictions
Students may not hold credit for this course and IDS-2130.
Cross-listed
IDS-2130(6).
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