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Katharyne Mitchell
GEOG 344
Seattle Campus
Analyzes the relationship between human mobility in the late 20th century and changes in the global economy. Allows the students to gain familiarity with scholarly research on international migration from a diversity of approaches and methods. Offered: jointly with SIS 344; W.
Class description
In this course we will analyze the relationship between human mobility in the late 20th century and changes in the global economy. The course will familiarize students with research on international migration from a diversity of approaches and methods. Topics include the economic context of migration, including an examination of the economic geography of globalization and the rise of transnational migration patterns; advanced issues in migration theory; and questions related to assimilation and citizenship in highly industrialized societies.
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