Development Studies: Power, Poverty, and Progress, Unpacking the Politics of Global Development

Understanding Development: A Political Science Lens

"Development Studies," part of the "Political Science" series, provides a nuanced understanding of how political and economic forces shape development efforts in the Global South.

Unveiling the Intricate Web of Development:
1. Development Studies: Foundational concepts and definitions.
2. United Nations Economic and Social Council: Role in international development cooperation.
3. Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs): Their influence on development initiatives.
4. International Relations: Impact on development strategies.
5. Economic Development: Theories and practices for growth in developing countries.

Beyond the Basics:
6. Development Economics: Economic principles specific to development.
7. Global North and Global South: Historical and contemporary inequalities.
8. International Development: Complexities and impacts.
9. Southern African Development Community (SADC): Regional development roles.

The Nuances of Development:
10. Underdevelopment: Causes and impacts.
11. Jomo Kwame Sundaram: Influential economist's ideas.
12. International Social Science Council (ISSC): Role in development research and policy.
13-19. Institutions and Figures: Insights from the University of Maryland School of Public Policy and Peter Herrmann.

Broaden Your Horizons:
16. Human Development (Economics): Holistic approach to development.
17-18. Intergovernmental Organizations and Academic Institutions: Forefront of development studies.
19-20. Department of International Development at King's College London and Peter Herrmann: Thought-provoking ideas.
21. Foreign Aid for Gender Equality in Jordan (Case Study): Real-world application of development principles.

"Development Studies" equips you to understand and discuss key issues in development, empowering you to contribute to positive change.