Universität Wien

070301 UE Guided Reading Economic and Social History (2024S)

From Third World to Global South: Exploring Socioeconomic Issues

5.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 7 - Geschichte
Continuous assessment of course work
Moodle

Registration/Deregistration

Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).

Details

max. 25 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Wednesday 06.03. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Wednesday 13.03. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Wednesday 20.03. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Wednesday 10.04. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Wednesday 17.04. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Wednesday 24.04. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Wednesday 08.05. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Wednesday 15.05. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Wednesday 22.05. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Wednesday 29.05. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Wednesday 05.06. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Wednesday 12.06. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Wednesday 19.06. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01
  • Wednesday 26.06. 15:00 - 16:30 Seminarraum 8, Kolingasse 14-16, OG01

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

This guided reading course “From Third World to Global South” aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the transition from the concept of the "Third World" to the contemporary notion of the "Global South," with a specific focus on socioeconomic issues. The course will delve into the historical, political, and economic factors that have shaped these regions and examine the complex challenges and opportunities they face in the modern world. Through guided readings, students will critically analyze scholarly works, theoretical frameworks, case studies, and policy perspectives related to socioeconomic issues in the Global South.

Assessment and permitted materials

Students are expected to read all the assigned texts (available in Moodle) and prepare reading notes before each session, actively contribute to discussions in class, and timely deliver 2 short (3 pages) written assignments.
Teaching language is English

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

- regular attendance (maximum of 2 absences to be compensated by further written assignments)
- reading all the assigned texts and active participation in class discussion (60% of the final grade)
- in case of insufficient participation in class discussion, some extra written work may be required.
- timely delivery of 2 short (3 pages) written assignments (40% of the final grade)
- every requirement must be met (reading, participation, and delivery of written assignments).

Grading scale:
100 – 90 %= 1 (excellent)
89 – 81 %= 2 (good)
80 – 71 %= 3 (satisfactory)
70 – 61 %= 4 (sufficient)
60 – 0 %= 5 (insufficient)

Examination topics

Colonialism and its socioeconomic legacy
Development theories and approaches
Poverty and inequality
Labor and migration
Governance and democracy
Women and gender issues

Reading list

The list of literature will be provided at the first meeting.

Association in the course directory

SP: Wirtschafts- und Sozialgeschichte, Globalgeschichte

BA Geschichte (V2019): PM5 Vertiefung Wirtschafts- und Sozialgeschichte (5 ECTS)
BEd UF Geschichte: Wirtschafts- und Sozialgeschichte (4 ECTS)
EC Geschichte (V2021): APM Aspekte und Räume (5 ECTS)

Last modified: Tu 13.02.2024 13:25