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    • Development and Social Change in Africa . SOC 130A

    An exploration into Africa's experience in the global system, with particular attention to dynamics of colonialism, globalization, and African resistance. Topics include Africa before the modern era, contemporary social movements, political processes, African diaspora, class and gender, and regional case studies.

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    Prerequisites: Upper-division standing.

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    Upper division only

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    Letters and science

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    Ke B Anderson
    2.8
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    BRDA 1640
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    08:00 AM - 09:15 AM
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    SOC130A . 3 Months Ago

    just so boring and likes to ramble a lot, don't recommend if you have short attention span and want to sit through unorganized lectures.

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    SOC130A . 2 Years Ago

    I took two of his courses. He usually assigns 2 exams and an essay. The exams were multiple choice and short essay. He posts the essay question with the syllabus. He does assign a lot of reading and I was able to find the books for both courses online. I honestly feel that you can get away with not doing all the reading.

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    SOC130 . 12 Years Ago

    No this is not an easy class, but the tests are straight forward and he does not trick you. He takes attendance and does pop quizzes,so make sure you attend class!

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    SOC130 . 15 Years Ago

    This was the worst professor ever. His lectures are so sloppy and have no construction to them. He jumbles around so much its impossible to stay on track with what he is talking about. SO much reading and tests were very hard and acts like you should already know a lot of information about the middle east before you start the class. Plus takes atte

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