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Nov 24, 2024
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PSC 118 - Political Economy of TurkeySemester Hours: 3
Periodically
This is an interdisciplinary course focusing on the nation of Turkey,
and exploring the conflicts in Turkish society between modern and
traditional, secular and religious, and rich and poor. Particular
attention is paid to the young and dynamic nature of the country, and
classes cover a broad range of topics examining Turkey’s history and
its modern political structure. Among the topics to be studied are, the
attempts over the past two hundred years to modernize Turkey, the
social and political conflicts these attempts have generated, the
domestic and international political difficulties the country is faced
with, and the nature of its recent economic problems. Required readings
are drawn from a variety of sources and disciplines in the social
sciences.
Prerequisite(s)/Course Notes:
Same as ECO 118.
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