HIST 6620 Recent Latin America

A graduate level directed readings course in which conflicting historical interpretations and primary sources comprise major content elements in the history of Latin America from the "Liberation" to the present. Special emphasis is focused on the relationship of the region with the United States of America. May be offered online or taught in the classroom.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of this course, students will be able to demonstrate the following outcome-based learning skills:

1. Increased understanding of the major events and individuals Recent Latin American History and comprehend the challenges the world faces daily.
2. Increased understanding of the relationship of the past and the present in the history and life of the world’s societies and nation-states.
3. Improved ability in written and oral expression.
4. Improved readings skills.
5. Improved ability to consider a mass of historical information, analyze it critically, and form logical conclusions.