DVA3701 Development Theories (DVA3701)

Discuss whether the developmental model associated with the Newly Industrialised Countries (NICs) can be successfully implemented in contemporary South Africa. Prescribed reading: - Study guide, learning unit 6 -e-Reserves: o Evans (2014) o Kieh (2015) o Seekings (2015) Assessment Evidence: • Demonstrate your understanding of the developmental model used by the NICs. • Explain the factors that made this model successful in the NICs. • Discuss whether the conditions in South Africa...

Discuss the key arguments advanced by decoloniality theorists and then suggest efforts to move away from coloniality. Prescribed reading: - Study guide, learning unit 5 - e-Reserves: o Maldonado-Torres (2012) o Ndlovu-Gatsheni (2014) Assessment evidence: • Explain the three main concepts of decolonial theory. • Explain how we can move away from coloniality. • Discuss Ndlovu-Gatsheni’s solutions on how the African continent can achieve this.

Discuss the relevance of anti-corporate globalisation initiatives against the current capitalist order. Prescribed reading: - Study guide, learning unit 4 -e-Reserves: o Perera (2003) o Cherry (2013) o Satgar (2011) Assessment Evidence: • Discuss the key arguments or demands of the anti-corporate globalisation initiatives. • Critically discuss how successful and relevant these anti-corporate counter initiatives are against the current global capitalist order.

Neoliberal globalisation is regarded as the driving force behind the increased interconnectedness of the world system, the cross-border sharing of ideas, resources, labour and capital. Yet the extent to which the benefits associated with this global force are shared equitably across the world is contested. Critically discuss whether neoliberal globalisation addresses the needs of countries of the global South. Prescribed reading: - Study guide, learning unit 2- e-Reserves: o Harvey (2007) o ...

Development theory has continually changed and served different purposes throughout history. Critically discuss the concept of development theory and explain if it serves the interests of the global North or South. Prescribed reading: Study guide, learning unit 1 e-reserves o de Sousa Santos (2012) o Pieterse (2010) o Bull and Bøås (2012) Assessment evidence: • Define and explain development theory. • Discuss the historical context of development theory. • Provide a value jud...

The BRICS initiative is an economic and diplomatic partnership of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa. This strategic bloc was formed in 2009 and provides its members with the opportunity to work together towards greater economic and diplomatic objectives. South Africa is the most recent addition to the BRICS group and its economy is the smallest among the members. Despite this, South Africa's inclusion has provided the bloc with significant opportunities, not least in terms of creati...

It’s no secret that the concept of ‘development’ is a hot topic of debate. From discussions on economic growth to the development of social and cultural norms, the discourse has been ever-evolving. But what does post-development theory have to do with it? In this blog post, we’ll dive into what post-development theory is, how it contributes to debates about development discourse, and the top ten key takeaways.

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