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Este curso forma parte del proyecto IPSAMOOC, una iniciativa conjunta entre Federica Weblearning e IPSA, la Asociación Internacional de Ciencias Políticas.

La Democracia y la Autocracia son conceptos centrales de las Ciencias Políticas, pero también debatidos. Por lo tanto, es importante entender las teorías básicas que subyacen en estos dos tipos de régimen.

Las últimas décadas han mostrado que el cambio de régimen se ha convertido en uno de los temas principales en los estudios sobre la democracia. El objetivo de este curso es analizar por qué y cómo surgen los regímenes democráticos a partir de regímenes autocráticos, así como por qué y cómo se produce la regresión democrática o cómo se produce la ruptura de la misma.

Tal y como demuestran los eventos de las últimas décadas, también necesitamos subdividir estos profundos conceptos en tipos secundarios que reflejan las deficientes formas de democracia o las formas moderadas de autocracia.

En particular, a partir de 1990 podemos ver que la democracia y la autocracia han seguido caminos diferentes, y hemos sido testigos del progreso y de la regresión en el desarrollo mundial de la democracia; a menudo, con una considerable variedad de tipos secundarios de democracia o autocracia. Este curso explora estos desarrollos.

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Las teorías que respaldan los conceptos clave de democracia y autocracia
Nuevos tipos secundarios de democracia y autocracia

Cómo y por qué surgen, retroceden o se derrumban las democracias

Las teorías que respaldan los conceptos clave de democracia y autocracia
Nuevos tipos secundarios de democracia y autocracia
Cómo y por qué surgen, retroceden o se derrumban las democracias

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, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Explora conceptos centrales en Ciencias Políticas como democracia y autocracia

Examina los cambios de régimen, analizando cómo surgen las democracias a partir de las autocracias y viceversa

Subdivide conceptos amplios como democracia y autocracia en tipos secundarios para reflejar variaciones

Se centra en desarrollos recientes en democracia y autocracia desde 1990

Ofrece una comprensión integral de los conceptos y tendencias clave en la evolución política

Puede requerir conocimientos previos en Ciencias Políticas

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Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Democracia y Autocracia. Teorías y descubrimientos empíricos with these activities:

Watch a video tutorial on the history of democracy and autocracy

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Watching a video tutorial on the history of democracy and autocracy will help you gain a better understanding of the development of these concepts over time.

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Find a video tutorial on the history of democracy and autocracy.
Watch the video and take notes on the key points.
Write a short summary of the video.

Explore the IPSAMOOC project

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Familiarize yourself with the IPSAMOOC project and its resources, which complement and enhance the course materials.

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Visit the IPSAMOOC website and explore its resources
Review the project's mission and goals
Familiarize yourself with the project's partners and collaborators

Organize course notes and materials

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Stay organized and enhance your learning by effectively managing course notes, assignments, and other materials.

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Create a system to categorize and store course materials
Review notes regularly and fill in any gaps
Organize assignments, readings, and online resources
Use digital tools or apps to supplement your organization

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Practice identifying different types of democratic and autocratic regimes

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Practicing identifying different types of democratic and autocratic regimes will help you better understand the nuances of these concepts.

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Find a list of different types of democratic and autocratic regimes.
Choose a few examples of each type of regime.
Write a brief description of each regime, including its key characteristics.

Discuss course concepts in a study group

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Engage with peers to deepen your understanding of course concepts, exchange perspectives, and prepare for assessments.

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Form a study group with classmates or connect with other learners online
Establish regular meeting times and set a study schedule
Discuss assigned readings, participate in mock debates, and conduct peer reviews
Seek support from group members and provide constructive feedback to others

Create a visual representation of key theories

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Enhance your comprehension of theoretical frameworks by visually depicting them, such as creating concept maps, diagrams, or infographics.

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Identify key theories and concepts covered in the course
Choose a visual format that best represents the relationships between concepts
Develop a draft and seek feedback from peers or instructors
Refine and finalize the visual representation

Connect with experts in the field

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Seek guidance and insights from experienced professionals to supplement your learning and expand your network.

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Identify professionals in the field of political science or related areas
Reach out to potential mentors via email, LinkedIn, or other professional platforms
Request a meeting or virtual consultation to discuss your learning goals
Maintain regular communication and seek ongoing support from your mentor

Engage in political or civic organizations

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Gain practical experience and apply your knowledge in real-world settings through volunteering with political or civic organizations.

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Research and identify political or civic organizations aligned with your interests
Contact the organizations and inquire about volunteer opportunities
Attend events, participate in campaigns, or engage in other volunteer activities
Reflect on your experiences and connect them to course concepts

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