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Spring 2012-2013
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EvaluationPOL 351 / WWS 311 (SA) na, npdf
The Politics of Development
This course investigates the key political drivers of human development through careful consideration of theory and comparative analysis. Topics include state-building, colonialism, ethnic conflict, global integration, multi-level governance, and global public health.
Sample reading list:
Acemoglu, Daron & Robinson, James, Why Nations Fail
Karlan, Dean, More Than Good Intentions
Huntington, Samuel, Political Order in Changing Societies
Reading/Writing assignments:
Approximately 150 pp reading/week. Weekly 1 page reading response papers. Two 6-8pp papers.
Requirements/Grading:
Mid Term Exam - 20%
Take Home Final Exam - 30%
Papers - 40%
Class/Precept Participation - 10%
Other Requirements:
Not Open to Freshmen.
Prerequisites and Restrictions:
Not open to freshmen without permission of instructor..
Schedule/Classroom assignment:
| Class number | Section | Time | Days | Room | Enrollment | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40001 | L01 | 1:30 pm - 2:20 pm | T Th | McCormick Hall 101 | Enrolled:65 Limit:77 | |
| P01 | 3:30 pm - 4:20 pm | T | Robertson Hall 006 | Enrolled:10 Limit:14 | ||
| P01A | 3:30 pm - 4:20 pm | T | Corwin Hall 023 | Enrolled:9 Limit:14 | ||
| P02 | 1:30 pm - 2:20 pm | W | James S. McDonnell Hall 108 | Enrolled:13 Limit:14 | ||
| P04 | 2:30 pm - 3:20 pm | T | Robertson Hall 006 | Enrolled:13 Limit:14 | ||
| P05 | 10:00 am - 10:50 am | W | Corwin Hall 126 | Enrolled:9 Limit:14 | ||
| P06 | 11:00 am - 11:50 am | W | Corwin Hall 126 | Enrolled:11 Limit:14 |