2019s2-appols3297m-03

AP/POLS3297 3.0 M: Foundations of Political Economy

Offered by: POLS


 Session

Summer 2019

 Term

S2

Format

ONLN (Fully Online)

Instructor

Calendar Description / Prerequisite / Co-Requisite

This course introduces students to the political underpinnings of the modern economy and to 'political economy' as a distinct field of study. It examines the evolution of capitalism from its humble European beginnings to its present worldwide dominance, its growth and crises, and the social and ecological challenges it now faces. Students learn to assess contemporary events in historical context.

Course Website

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    Getting Started with your Fully Online Course

Students enrolled in this course are required to review the Next Steps website.

The Next Steps website explains how to start your fully online (ONLN) & blended (BLEN) course(s) with start up information including computing requirements, course website access instructions and links to course outlines & course websites. Students are also encouraged to review the Student Guide to eLearning at York University.

Moodle course website access starts within the first week of the term. For late enrollees it takes two business days from the time of your enrolment to access the Moodle websites once the semester has started. Course materials begin to be released on the course website during the first week of the semester. Get familiar with Moodle by reviewing the Moodle Student Resources Page.

For enrolment matters and academic related questions, please contact the affiliated LA&PS School/Department. For eLearning support please contact eLearning Services, LA&PS.

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