UNIVERSITY OF DENVER

“INTS 4075: Democratization” – recently taught Winter 2006
Prof. Timothy D. Sisk, Ph.D.

“The course explores democratization – the means and methods by which countries in recent years have moved from a non-democratic to democratic regime type. What theories, concepts, and methods should be used to understand democracy and democratization in today’s complex, multiethnic societies? Topics include: • Theories and methods for assessing transitions from authoritarian rule; • Case studies in democracy and democratization drawn from the “Third Wave” of countries that have made often turbulent and sometimes violent transitions; • Institutional and procedural options for improving the viability, quality, and sustainability of democracy in countries where the conditions favorable for a pluralistic society are distinctly absent; and • Special problems of democracy in multiethnic and post-war societies, where democratization is pursued as a method of conflict management.”

To see the syllabus, click here.