Global Change and Urbanization in Latin America Home

What is This Module About?

 

Unit 1:  Urbanization and Global Change

 

Unit 2:  The Role of Migration in Urbanization

 

Unit 3:  Life on the Edge:  Informality in the Urban Setting

The Real Issue? -- Poverty

A Place for the Poor -- Informal Shelter

Informal Work and Poverty

The Drive for Flexibility and Profits:  Globalization and Informal Workers

Targeting Women:  The Newest Labor Force

Conclusion

Unit 3  Instructor's Guide to Activities

Unit 3  Student Worksheets

Unit 3  Answers to Activities

 

References | Glossary | Notes on Active Pedagogy | Supporting Materials | Appendix

Home Created 05/01/98 by Jeremy Holman.  Updated on 05/01/98 by JTH.