STATE-GOVERNMENT AND THE HUMAN BEING

Catalog description

This course includes a critical analysis of the complex dynamics, processes, and institutions that constitute the political community. A political community comprehends, among other things, subjects articulated into particular and diverse social relations emanating from the actions of the institution we call the state. Examination of issues related to the different political and economic systems, as well as what should be expected by citizens in a democratic polity. Analysis of the impact on politics of contemporary phenomena such as neoliberalism, globalization, international relations, and threats to the environment. The course is competency -based and encourages the responsible use of technology and information. This course will develop primary competencies in Critical Thinking and Ethics and Diversity, through the analysis and reflection on the topics and problems mentioned above, that will permit the student to evaluate and propose solutions in regards to them.