Teaching autocracy and autocratic politics / edited by Edward Goldring (senior lecturer in political science (comparative politics), The University of Melbourne, Australia).

Format:

Book

Contributor:

Goldring, Edward, editor.

Edward Elgar Publishing, publisher.

Series:

Elgar guides to teaching

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Authoritarianism--Study and teaching (Higher).

Authoritarianism.

Political science--Study and teaching (Higher).

Political science.

Genre:

Electronic books.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (214 pages)

Place of Publication:

Northampton : Edward Elgar Publishing, 2026.

Summary:

"This insightful book evaluates how to teach autocracy and authoritarian politics, providing actionable strategies for instructors regarding course content and design, teaching tools, and ethical questions. Expert contributors present practical templates and in-class exercises, examining questions that are commonly discussed, as well as those that often fall under the radar. Chapters discuss teaching methods such as the use of games, integration of theory, global panel data, and student-centered learning, alongside how to teach in different contexts across democratic and autocratic societies. The book further highlights classic works on autocracy and perspectives beyond the canon, such as studies of informal institutions and parastatal organizations, giving teachers the tools required to provide well-rounded and engaging courses on autocracy. Teaching Autocracy and Autocratic Politics is a key resource for educators looking to produce an effective and ethically sensitive programme on autocracy. Instructors teaching classes on comparative politics and political science more broadly will also find the volume useful"-- Provided by publisher.

Contents:

Contents: Introduction to teaching autocracy and autocratic politics / Edward Goldring

Part I: Teaching content

1. Teaching classic works on autocracy / Darin Sanders Self

2. Authoritarianism beyond the canon: Teaching neglected angles of autocratic politics / Marie-Eve Desrosiers

3. Thematic approaches to teaching autocracy / Austin S. Matthews

4. Teaching autocracy to undergraduate versus graduate students / Jacob Nyrup

Part II: Pedagogical techniques

5. Teaching autocracy with global panel data / Fabio Angiolillo

6. Formal theory integration for teaching autocracy / Allison Cuttner and Pearce Edwards

7. Playing to learn: Using a coup game to teach autocracy / Josef Woldense

Part III: Ethical and practical considerations

8. Integrating an ethics of care into teaching autocracy / Dara Conduit

9. Teaching autocracy in a democratic context / Sheena Chestnut Greitens

10. Teaching autocracy in an autocratic context / Stan Hok-Wui Wong.

Notes:

Description based on print record.

ISBN:

9781035353460 (e-book)

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.