POSC 345
Developing Country Politics
Catalog Entry
POSC 345. Developing Country Politics (CG)
Three hours lecture and discussion (3).
Analysis of processes, problems, and prospects of modernization in underdeveloped
areas of the world. Asian, African, and Latin American countries used as examples.
Note(s): Cultural or Behavioral Analysis designated course. Students may not receive credit
for POSC 445 and POSC 345.
Detailed Description of Content of Course
Topics may include:
I. Introduction
A. Why study comparative politics?
B. Why study the "Third World?"
C. Scope and methods of comparative politics
D. Methodology: The study of developing countries
II. The Western Experience of Modernization
III. The Developing Nations: Some Common Problems and Characteristics
IV. Modernization: What it Entails
A. "Traditional" society and government
B. "Modern" society and government
C. The Process of Modernization
1. Social
2. Political
3. Economic
D. The choices of Modernization
E. Nationalism and National Integration
V. Alternative Paths and Models of Modernization
VI. Ideology in the Developing Nations
VII. Government and Economics in the Developing Nations
IX. Political Systems of the Developing Nations
X. The International Sphere
Detailed Description of Conduct of Course
An informal lecture course, which provides for extensive discussion and student鈥憈eacher dialogue.
Goals and Objectives of the Course
Learning Goals:
This course introduces students to the more irregular politics of developing countries. It helps students to understand the process and changes associated with economic development and underdevelopment.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Students describe behaviors, beliefs, cultures, social institutions, and/or environments.
2. Students analyze the interactions of behaviors, beliefs, cultures, social institutions, and/or environments.
Assessment Measures
Grade for the course may be determined by exams, quizzes, student presentations, class participation, and research and/or essay papers.
Other Course Information
none
Review and Approval
DATE ACTION REVIEWED BY
February1999 Title change M. J. Franck, Dept. Chair
March 01, 2021