Introduction to Development Studies

Introduction to Development Studies
Exploration of international development in non-formal education, micro-enterprises, community organizations; hunger, poverty, and other special problems in developing areas of the world.
IAS
220
 Hours3.0 Credit, 3.0 Lecture, 0.0 Lab
 PrerequisitesNone
 TaughtFall
 ProgramsContaining IAS 220
Course Outcomes

Intro to Development Studies

Upon successfully completing this course, a student will be able to recognize the historical origins of international development and the various agendas that it embodies.

Upon successfully completing this course, a student will be able to recognize and articulate the complexity of international development issues and their interdisciplinary nature.

Upon successfully completing this course, a student will be able to identify major theories and approaches to international development both in general and across different key disciplines.

Upon successfully completing this course, a student will be intellectually ready to embark on an International Development Minor Internship.