COURSE OUTLINE

OXNARD COLLEGE

I. Course Identification and Justification: A. Proposed course id: HIST R126 Banner title: History of Latin America Full title: History of Latin America

B. Reason(s) course is offered: This course will be added as an elective to List B1 in the History AA-T. It is consolidation of HIST R115 and HIST R116. It is proposed for District General Education B2 - Social & Behavioral Science, IGETC Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences, and CSU GE Area D: Social Science.

II. Catalog Information: A. Units: Current: 3.00

B. Course Hours: 1. In-Class Contact Hours: Lecture: 52.5 Activity: 0 Lab: 0 2. Total In-Class Contact Hours: 52.5 3. Total Outside-of-Class Hours: 105 4. Total Student Learning Hours: 157.5

C. Prerequisites, Corequisites, Advisories, and Limitations on Enrollment: 1. Prerequisites Current:

2. Corequisites Current:

3. Advisories: Current:

4. Limitations on Enrollment: Current:

D. Catalog Description: Current: This course surveys the diverse and dynamic history of Latin America from pre-Columbian times to the present. Students will learn about: native cultures; European exploration, conquest, and colonization; independence movements; and the political, economic, and social challenges of establishing new Latin American nations. The course will also examine recent trends like globalization, immigration, the illegal drug trade, radical political movements, and U.S.-Latin American relations.

E. Fees: Current: $ None F. Field trips: Current: Will be required: [ ] May be required: [X] Will not be required: [ ]

G. Repeatability: Current: A - Not designed as repeatable

H. Credit basis: Current: Letter graded only [X] Pass/no pass [ ] Student option [ ]

I. Credit by exam: Current: Petitions may be granted: [ ] Petitions will not be granted: [X]

III. Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to: A. Explain ways in which the physical and natural environment of Latin America has affected and been affected by developments in human history. B. Identify the locations of various states in early and modern Latin America, while also learning the chronology of significant events and developments in each of those states. C. Demonstrate the ability to interpret primary sources and to compose written arguments using those resources. D. Compare distinctive forms of political, economic, and social organization in the various parts of Latin America and explain their historical significance. E. Demonstrate an understanding of various Latin American cultures through multiple analytical categories such as race, class, gender and ethnicity. F. Explain the historical significance of cultural developments such as art, music, architecture, literature, philosophy, and religion. G. Analyze the broad patterns of change, on both an interregional scale and a global scale, that have resulted from trade, migration, warfare, biological exchange, cultural exchange (writing and religion), and intellectual exchanges (inventions and scientific achievements).

IV. Course Content: Topics to be covered include, but are not limited to: A. Ancient America 1. Environment and culture in Ancient America 2. The Maya of Central America 3. The Inca B. Spain 1. Medieval heritage 2. Ferdinand and Isabella 3. The Hapsburg Era C. Exploration and conquest 1. Exploration 2. Conquest of Mexico 3. Conquest of Peru D. The economic foundations of colonial life 1. The encomienda system 2. The Laws of the Indies 3. Slavery and free labor E. State, church, and society 1. Colonial administration 2. Religious conquest and culture 3. Social classes F. Brazil 1. Colonial Brazil 2. Administration 3. Slavery G. The Bourbon reforms and Spanish America 1. Reforms and recovery 2. Colonial culture and the Enlightenment 3. Creole nationalism 4. Mass revolts H. The independence of Latin America 1. The liberation of South America 2. Mexico’s pathway to independence I. Decolonization and the search for national identity (1821-1870) 1. Economic stagnation and conflicting political programs (conservative and liberal) 2. Mexico 3. Argentina 4. Chile J. Race, nationhood, and freedom 1. Brazil 2. Peru 3. Cuba 4. Columbia K. Political, economic, and social developments (1870-1900) 1. Neocolonialism 2. Dictatorship and liberalism 3. Cultural institutions (church and military) L. Forging a new nation in Mexico 1. The Mexican Revolution (1910-1920) 2. Reconstructing the state 3. Reforms, the Great Depression, and World War II 4. Bourgeoisie wealth and the erosion of reform (1940-1976) M. Populism and the struggle for democracy in Brazil 1. Decline of the old republic 2. Vargas and the bourgeoisie revolution 3. Reform and reaction (1954-1964) N. Populism, the military, and democracy in Argentina 1. Radical politics, 2. Military intervention 3. Peron O. Cuban in the twentieth century 1. Independence movements and the Spanish American War 2. Dependent development and popular struggle 3. The Revolution and Socialism under Castro P. Indigenous rights and the military corporatism in Peru 1. The limits of populism (1952-1968) 2. Military corporatism (1968-1975) 3. Collapse of military corporatism (1975-1990) Q. Revolution in Central America 1. Guatemala 2. Nicaragua 3. El Salvador R. State repression and popular democracy in northern South America 1. Bolivia 2. Venezuela S. Authoritarianism and Neoliberalism 1. Brazil 2. Chile 3. Argentina 4. Mexico T. The challenges of free elections 1. South America 2. Mexico U. Comparative analysis of Latin American cultures 1. Race, class, gender, and ethnicity 2. Art, music, architecture, literature, philosophy, and religion V. Relations between the U.S. and Latin America 1. The Monroe Doctrine 2. Manifest Destiny 3. The Panama Canal 4. Gunboat diplomacy 5. The Good Neighbor Policy 6. The Cold War 7. The War on Drugs 8. NAFTA

VI. Lab Content:

VII. Methods of Instruction: Methods may include, but are not limited to: A. Interactive lecture-discussions, supplemented by PowerPoint slides, about the major topics covered in the course, like the influence of clash of cultures that occurred when Spaniards defeated the Aztecs and Incas in the early sixteenth century. B. Guided analysis of primary source readings, such as those written by the conquistador Bernal Diaz. C. Guided exercises on how to write history essays, research papers, and/or book reviews. D. Providing students with the opportunity to listen to and ask question of guest speakers. VIII. Methods of Evaluation and Assignments: A. Methods of evaluation for degree-applicable courses: Essays [X] Problem-solving assignments (Examples: Math-like problems, diagnosis & repair) [ ] Physical skills demonstrations (Examples: Performing arts, equipment operation) [ ]

For any course, if "Essays" above is not checked, explain why.

B. Typical graded assignments (methods of evaluation): 1. Blue Book essay exams on topics such as the influence of the U.S. on the Mexican Revolution. 2. Quizzes to assess student comprehension of the material. 3. Group discussions based upon the typed responses of students to a set of assigned questions. 4. Student presentations of their research about a particular topic related to the course content, like how has NAFTA impacted Mexico. 5. Research papers that demonstrate deep analysis, critical thinking, and clarity of thought (on such topics as the legacy of Simon Bolivar).

C. Typical outside of classroom assignments: 1. Reading a. A required survey text chosen for the course b. A document or primary source reader (required or provided by the instructor) c. Supplemental material prepared by the instructor such as abstracted articles or essays d. Externally located material relevant to the course such as resources on the Internet or on reserve in the Library 2. Writing a. Responses to specific tasks presented in worksheets or task specific activities such as preparing for classroom group discussions b. Short essays on assigned topics (or rough drafts to assigned questions that may appear on essay exams) c. Research papers that include citations and a bibliography d. Reviews about the merits of a particular historical resource, such as primary sources or a monograph 3. Other a. Library or Internet inquiry activities such as locating bodies of evidence and documents pertaining to the material covered in class for purposes of giving a presentation. b. Creating maps and timelines that help students internalize the geographic and chronological dynamics of Latin American history. c. Watching and evaluating documentaries for the purpose of writing a review or report and also for the purpose of supplementing the perspectives provided by the lectures and assigned readings. d. Museum visits that require a written and/or oral report.

IX. Textbooks and Instructional Materials: A. Textbooks/Resources: 1. Keen, B. & Haynes, K (2012). A History of Latin America (9th/e). Cengage. 2. Charlip, J. & Burns, E.B (2016). Latin America: An Interpretive History (10th/e). Pearson. 3. Wood, J (2013). Problems in Modern Latin American History (4th/e). Rowman & Littlefield. 4. Lane, K. & Restall, M (2011). The Riddle of Latin America (1st/e). Cengage. B. Other instructional materials:

X. Minimum Qualifications and Additional Certifications: A. Minimum Qualifications: 1. History (Masters Required) B. Additional Certifications: 1. Description of certification requirement: 2. Name of statute, regulation, or licensing/certification organization requiring this certification:

XI. Approval Dates CC Approval Date: Board Approval Date: Course ID: 2079