GLBL 250

Spring 2026 Part of Term 1

Part of Term 1
Jan 20-May 6

Credit: 3 hours.

An interdisciplinary introduction to the theory and practice of international development. Topics include: defining development, how ideas have changed over time, and the interventions used in development work and their impacts.

This course satisfies the General Education Criteria in Fall 2022 for:

Cultural Studies - Non-West
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GLBL 250 class schedule data for spring 2026
CRN Type Section Time Day Location Instructor Section Details
58786
Online
A
2:00PM -3:20PM
MW
n.a.
Bonatti, V
Part of Term:
1
Date Range:
01/20/26-05/06/26
Degree Notes:
Cultural Studies - Non-West course.
Credit:
3 hours
Section Info:
This course is an interdisciplinary introduction to the theory and practice of international development through historical and contemporary times. Students will learn about the western and non-western theories of development and their application in the global south, historically and at present. Focus will be on critical evaluation of development problems and solutions in areas such as health, education, economic well-being and gender equality. Students interested in the Certificate in International Development must take this course.
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