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Lecturer(s)
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Němec Jan, Ing. Mgr. Ph.D.
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Buben Radek, PhDr. Ph.D.
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Zajícová Lenka, prof. Mgr. Ph.D.
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Course content
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The course combines the introduction of basic theoretical concepts from political science (e.g. the specifics of the functioning of presidential systems, the influence of populism, etc.), economics (dependency theory, poverty, etc.) and sociology (social structure, social identity, etc.), which are key for the analysis of society and politics in Latin American countries, with case studies of selected countries; all this in relation to the historical context and social and economic roots of political processes.
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Lecture, Monologic Lecture(Interpretation, Training), Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming)
- Homework for Teaching
- 50 hours per semester
- Attendace
- 25 hours per semester
- Preparation for the Exam
- 50 hours per semester
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Learning outcomes
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The aim of the course is to provide students with insight into the functioning of contemporary political systems in Latin American countries.
The student will acquire comprehensive knowledge and analytical skills focused on the specifics of the Latin American region. The course develops competencies in the areas of political science, economics and sociology with an emphasis on historical context.
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Prerequisites
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None
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Mark, Written exam, Seminar Work
Written test, written assignment, presentation, reading excerpts from the required reading of approximately 400 pages, participation in classes.
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Recommended literature
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Dvořáková, V., Buben, R., Němec, J. (2012). ?Que el pueblo mande! Levicové vlády, populismus a změny režimu v Latinské Americe.. Praha.
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Němec, J. a kol. (2010). Komparace politických systémů. Politické systémy Latinské Ameriky. Praha.
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