Development, Environment and Social Justice

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The course critically examines the construction of the 'development' concept, tracing its ties to capitalism and its roots in colonialism and mercantilism. It questions the outcomes, focusing on the reproduction of social inequalities and environmental consequences globally, nationally, and locally. Students are expected to develop a critical understanding of environmental conditions linked to political, economic, and social processes within modified societal structures influenced by market forces. The course provides conceptual tools and empirical knowledge to understand the origins of uneven geographical development. Divided into parts, it covers critical development theories, explores development as a "globalization project," and reviews systematic alternatives and critiques of the sustainable project. Key concepts are illustrated through case studies and an Approach Based on Projects (ABP), aligning with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and offering insights into countering uneven geographical development globally.

Course leader

Harold Mera León

Target group

Undergraduated students (Sophomore, Junior and Senior)

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