The films recreate or explore various facets of Latin American reality, provide substantive information and serve as a focus for class discussions and activities. The historical readings and literature provide context and depth to discussion of the issues studied. Such themes are embedded in Latin America's history, economic systems and culture. Students will read historical works, view films and videos, read literature, and discuss and write about Latin American history, film and literature. Students are expected to read all assigned materials prior to class and to participate fully in class discussions and activities.
Attendance is part of class participation.
You cannot participate if you are not in class. There will be class activities and assignments which count as part of your participation grade. Students are expected to be present for all class activity assignments and exams. All written assignments are due on the date assigned for submission to the instructor . Papers should be typed and double-spaced, with proper citations of sources for all quotations and paraphrased information.