講義名 経済開発論（英）Ⅰ　≪□第一部≫
講義開講時期 前期
曜日･時限 木４
単位数 2

担当教員
氏名
山本　尚史

学習目標(到達目標) By the end of the course, students will understand: (1) How an economy develops; (2) How government policies positively (and sometimes negatively) affect economic development; and (3) How an economy should be assisted to promote economic development.
授業概要(教育目的) In this course students will be presented with the basic analytical framework on economic development. In particular we will study the market forces and policies that affect economic development. Development policies along with the debates that surround policy will be studied.
授業計画表
 
回項目内容
第1回Course introduction of the course and participantsOverview of the course. Explanation about the textbook, grading, and participation. Self-introduction of the instructor and students.
第2回How to think about economic developmentWhat is economic development? How do we study?
第3回Chapter 1: Rich Nation, Poor Nation (1)The importance of institutions in promoting economic growth
第4回Chapter 1: Rich Nation, Poor Nation (2)The importance of institutions in promoting economic growth
第5回Chapter 2: Going Underground (1)Is "going underground" bad? We study how the underground economy sustains prosperity.
第6回Chapter 2: Going Underground (2)Is "going underground" bad? We study how the underground economy sustains prosperity.
第7回Chapter 3: Outsourcing and Economic Growth (1)Positive and negative impact of competition and voluntary exchange on wealth.
第8回Chapter 3: Outsourcing and Economic Growth (2)Positive and negative impact of competition and voluntary exchange on wealth.
第9回Chapter 4: Poverty, Capitalism, and Growth (1)Does a rising tide lift all boats? Can everyone be better off thanks to economic growth?
第10回Chapter 4: Poverty, Capitalism, and Growth (2)Does a rising tide lift all boats? Can everyone be better off thanks to economic growth?
第11回Chapter 5: The Threat to Growth (1)Why higher taxes can mean less prosperity?
第12回Chapter 5: The Threat to Growth (2)Why higher taxes can mean less prosperity?
第13回Chapter 6: Is GDP What We Want? (1)Is there a better measure than GDP to show the size of an economy?
第14回Chapter 6: Is GDP What We Want? (2)Is there a better measure than GDP to show the size of an economy?
第15回Wrap upReview of what we have learned. Discussion: how we can analyze the current situation.
授業形式 This course consists of lectures and in-class discussions. Students are expected to read the assigned chapter prior to the class, ask questions, present their ideas, and write reports when they are assigned. Enthusiasm matters a lot in this course.
評価方法
定期試験 レポート 小テスト 講義態度
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評価の特記事項 In-class presentation will be highly appreciated toward course evaluation.
テキスト Miller and Benjamin, The Economics of Macro Issues, 6th Edition. (2013, Prentice Hall)
参考文献 Not specified. Reference materials may be specified in the class if necessary.
事前学習の内容など，学生へのメッセージ The style, contents, and schedule of the course can be modified reflecting interest of the students.