Development Theory
International Development Studies · 3 hrs Lecture
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Description
This honours seminar takes an interdisciplinary approach to the study of theories that have shaped the conceptualization and practice of development around the world. This includes critical attention to the nature of development theory, the processes through which theory is generated, and the context in which different theories have emerged and in which some became dominant. The seminar focuses on current versions of general development theories such as: modernization, structuralism, Marxism, dependency theory, neoclassical and neoliberal theory, alternative development, and post-development. Examples of current theories that focus on key development issues are also covered.
Requisite courses
IDS-2110, IDS-3111, IDS-3101, and IDS-3199, or permission of the instructor [prerequisite(s)].
Restrictions
Honours Form Required. Students may not hold credit for this course and IDS-4111.
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