Midterm Essay

Introduction (10 points) Theoretical Framework p 33-37

  • Explain the concept of Neoliberalism and present a short historical background.
  • Explain the concept of Globalization and the mass media socio-cultural impact process.)
  • Explain the concept of Keynesian economy and the role of the government.
  • Discuss the following Concept:
  • Cyberspace, Multinationals, Gentrification, Privatization. Chapter 14 243-260

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Analysis (body) (20 points).  p. 29-43

  • Explain the Anti-globalization
  • Explain the concept of Civil Society and Rights Movements.
  • Explain the concept of Postmodernity.
  • Explain the role of the Indigenous Right Movement in the context of Globalization and the concept of Agency.

Conclusions (10 points) Movie Even the Rain  

  • Present a brief analysis how the Indigenous communities in Bolivia has been affected by the neoliberalism politics in the movie Even the Rain.
  • Elaborate an Anthropological Opinion about the concept of Agency in the movie Even the Rain and propose solutions to the economic and political conditions of Indigenous communities in Bolivia.

Discuss your Opinion in class (10 points.)

Discus your opinion regarding the social cultural impact of the neoliberalism and present a solution to improve the living conditions in the underdeveloped countries.