Latin American Studies 250 - Colloquium: Knowing Latin America-Ethics, Methods and Debates

Colq: Knowing Latin America

Fall
2022
01
4.00
Dana Leibsohn

W 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Smith College
LAS-250-01-202301
Hillyer 109
dleibsoh@smith.edu
In this course, students explore current perspectives central to the field of Latin American Studies, focusing on ethical and methodological questions—as they relate to research, publication, academia and activism. Students will read broadly in the humanities, social and natural sciences, developing a solid foundation for evaluating, contextualizing and applying current trends within Latin American Studies. Case studies illustrate diversity of thought, interdisciplinary approaches, and innovative directions in the field. Discussions address the roles and responsibilities of researchers, analysts and practitioners across a range of professions. Required for the major in Latin American Studies. Enrollment limited to 18.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.
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