Critical Social Inquiry 0184 - Ethnographies of Latin America

This course explores central topics in contemporary Latin American society and politics by reading recent ethnographic works. The course does a very brief historical introduction to the region and then moves on to analyze current issues by focusing on two recurring problems/themes throughout Latin American history: modernity and nation-making. Although the course will allow students with no previous knowledge of Latin America history or politics to become acquainted with the region, prior work in/about Latin America is recommended. Lastly, although the course seeks to explore the particularities of the Latin American context, we will engage in both the practice and analysis of the ethnographic craft.

Power, Community and Social Justice Independent Work Multiple Cultural Perspectives Writing and Research Students are expected to spend at least six to eight hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time.