ECDR4101: Historical & Political Context of Ecuador

This course will begin with a historical review from the European conquest, moving to independence and the construction of a nation state, and finally the republican era until today. Main events and characteristics from each timeframe will be highlighted. Students will discuss the “discovery of America” from the Ecuadorian and South American context, as well as the process and impact of conquering this continent. History and politics will come together when discussing the 20th Century. Topics such as liberal revolution, plutocracy, the uprising known as the Juliana Revolution, the populist velasquista phenomenon, dictatorships, and the return to democracy will all be examined. Additionally, the central elements of the so-called Citizen Revolution will be addressed. Current events such as the government of Moreno and his turn to the right will be discussed as well as political opposition, main actors in the political sphere, etc. The current state will be analyzed based on identifying the main elements that shape the country’s cultural diversity, its nationalities, and peoples. A comparative analysis between the western culture and the Andean culture will be carried out.

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