Module #1 Introduction to Latin American History Overview of the course, introduction to key themes and concepts, and historical context
Module #2 Pre-Columbian Societies Study of the major pre-Columbian civilizations in Latin America, including the Aztecs, Mayans, and Incas
Module #3 The Conquest and Colonization of Latin America Analysis of the Spanish and Portuguese colonization of Latin America, including the impact of the Conquest on indigenous populations
Module #4 The Colonial Economy Examination of the economic systems established by the colonizers, including the encomienda system, slavery, and the rise of haciendas
Module #5 Social Hierarchy in Colonial Latin America Study of the complex social hierarchies that developed in colonial Latin America, including the role of race, class, and gender
Module #6 The Bourbon Reforms and the Crisis of the Colonial System Analysis of the late 18th-century reforms implemented by the Spanish monarchy and their impact on the colonial system
Module #7 The Wars of Independence Examination of the wars of independence in Latin America, including the role of key leaders and the impact on the region
Module #8 The Consolidation of Independence Study of the post-independence period, including the formation of new governments and the challenges of nation-building
Module #9 The 19th-Century Economy Analysis of the economic development of Latin America in the 19th century, including the rise of export-oriented economies
Module #10 Immigration and Urbanization Examination of the impact of immigration and urbanization on Latin American societies in the 19th and early 20th centuries
Module #11 The Rise of Populism and Nationalism Study of the populist and nationalist movements that emerged in Latin America in the early 20th century
Module #12 The Mexican Revolution In-depth analysis of the Mexican Revolution and its impact on Mexican society and politics
Module #13 The Cuban Revolution Examination of the Cuban Revolution and its impact on Cuban society, politics, and the wider region
Module #14 US Intervention in Latin America Analysis of US intervention in Latin America, including the Roosevelt Corollary and the Panama Canal
Module #15 Economic Nationalism and Dependency Theory Study of the economic nationalism and dependency theory that emerged in Latin America in the mid-20th century
Module #16 The Debt Crisis and Neoliberalism Examination of the debt crisis of the 1980s and the impact of neoliberal policies on Latin American economies
Module #17 Democratization and the Turn to the Left Analysis of the democratization processes in Latin America and the rise of left-wing governments in the late 20th and early 21st centuries
Module #18 Social Movements and Civil Society Study of the role of social movements and civil society in shaping Latin American politics and society
Module #19 The Pink Tide and the Rise of Progressive Governments Examination of the Pink Tide, a wave of left-wing governments that emerged in Latin America in the early 21st century
Module #20 Extractivism and Environmentalism Analysis of the environmental impacts of extractive industries in Latin America and the rise of environmental activism
Module #21 Migration and Remittances Study of the impact of migration and remittances on Latin American economies and societies
Module #22 Crime and Violence Examination of the ongoing challenges of crime and violence in Latin America, including the impact of drug trafficking and organized crime
Module #23 The Current State of Latin American Economies Analysis of the current economic landscape in Latin America, including the impact of globalization and trade agreements
Module #24 Challenges and Opportunities for the Future Study of the ongoing challenges and opportunities facing Latin America, including the role of technology and innovation
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in Social and Economic History of Latin America career
