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Related Preparation |
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Introduction, Geography 101 - Introduction of the course, content, expectations. Start with definitions, geography. |
Wiarda/Kline: Chapter 1 |
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History of Latin America - Exploration of Latin America in world history, the significance of economic, political, and social development of the region on local and global affairs, and the different interests which have come to exist. |
Wiarda/Kline: Chapters 2 & 3 |
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Democracy, Governance, and the State in Latin America - Examination of the development of (or lack thereof) democracy in the region, the success and failures of governance, and the relationship between the state and society across the region. |
Wiarda/Kline: Chapters 4 & 5 |
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The Southern Cone, Part 1 - Study of the two countries which make up the southernmost part of Latin America: Argentina, and Chile. |
Wiarda/Kline: Chapters 6 & 8 |
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The Southern Cone, Part 2 - Continued study of the two remaining countries which make up the southern part of Latin America: Paraguay and Uruguay. |
Wiarda/Kline: Chapters 12 & 13 |
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Brazil - Study of the largest country in Latin America (both in terms of land and population): Brazil |
Wiarda/Kline: Chapter 7 |
7) |
Midterm Exam |
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8) |
Andean Countries - Study of the countries surrounding the mountainous region of South America: Bolivia, Ecuador, and Peru. |
Wiarda/Kine: Chapters 10, 14 & 15 |
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The North Coast - Study of the two main countries that occupy this region: Colombia and Venezuela. |
Wiarda/Kline: Chapters 9 & 11 |
10) |
Central America, Part 1 - Study of the three countries in lower Central America: Costa Rica Nicaragua, and Panama. |
Wiarda/Kline: Chapters 18, 19 & 23 |
11) |
Central America, Part 2 (the Northern Triangle) - Study of the three countries which comprise the so-called Northern Triangle: El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras. |
Wiarda/Kline: Chapters 20, 21 & 22 |
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The Caribbean - Study of the major independent countries of the Caribbean: Cuba, the Dominican Republic, and Haiti. |
Wiarda/Kline: Chapters 17, 24 & 25 |
13) |
Mexico - Study of the northernmost country in Latin America, and the only country of the region bordering a non-Latin country: Mexico |
Wiarda/Kline: Chapter 16 |
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Conclusion - Wrap up overview of the course, discussion of future prospects of Latin America.s |
Wiarda/Kline: Chapter 26 |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
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To be able to examine, interpret data and assess ideas with the scientific methods in the area of EU studies. |
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To be able to inform authorities and institutions in the area of EU studies, to be able to transfer ideas and proposals supported by quantitative and qualitative data about the problems. |
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To be introduced to and to get involved in other disciplines that EU studies are strongly related with (political science, international relations, law, economics, sociology, etc.) and to be able to conduct multi-disciplinary research and analysis on European politics. |
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To be able to evaluate current news on European Union and Turkey-EU relations and identify, analyze current issues relating to the EU’s politics and policies. |
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To be able to use English in written and oral communication in general and in the field of EU studies in particular. |
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To have ethical, social and scientific values throughout the processes of collecting, interpreting, disseminating and implementing data related to EU studies. |
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To be able to assess the historical development, functioning of the institutions and decision-making system and common policies of the European Union throughout its economic and political integration in a supranational framework. |
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To be able to evaluate the current legal, financial and institutional changes that the EU is going through. |
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To explain the dynamics of enlargement processes of the EU by identifying the main actors and institutions involved and compare previous enlargement processes and accession process of Turkey. |
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To be able to analyze the influence of the EU on political, social and economic system of Turkey. |
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To acquire insight in EU project culture and to build up project preparation skills in line with EU format and develop the ability to work in groups and cooperate with peers. |
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To be able to recognize theories and concepts used by the discipline of international relations and relate them to the historical development of the EU as a unique post-War political project. |
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