World history/WHME103/Developing nations/Overview

Destruction in Sarajevo, photographed in 1996 after the siege

The world, and particularly developing nations, have continued to face many challenges in the post-Cold War period. In China, the brutal suppression of demonstrators during the Tiananmen Square protests resulted in strong international condemnation. The breakup of Yugoslavia led to ethnic cleansing, and the worst genocidal massacre in Europe since World War Two. In East Asia, the 'Asian Tigers' experienced strong economic development. In many developing countries, however, such growth has been elusive.

During this learning pathway you will watch one video lecture and complete four readings.

Objectives

• Examine economic growth patterns in developing countries

• Learn about key events in the post-Cold War period