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Econ 214 Topics in European Economic History Fall 2004 MWF 3:104 ...

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Topic: Economic History

Sort Desciption: may lead us to revise economic theories. Economic history allows us to find out ... A literature review on any topic related to European Economic History. ...

Content Inside: Econ 214 Topics in European Economic History Fall 2004 MWF 3:104:00 Baxter 114 Prof. Joyce Burnette Office: Baxter 28 Office Hours: Anytime Office Phone: 361-6073 Home Phone: 364-6948 (Calls welcome at reasonable hours.) E-mail: burnettj@wabash.edu In this class we will learn both economics and history. The tools of economics will help us to understand history and the events of history will help us to understand economic processes and may lead us to revise economic theories. Economic history allows us to find out what happens when we can no longer hang on to those simplifying assumptions that economists hold so dear. Economic history is about paying attention to institutions. History can help us understand our world if we ask it the right questions. This class is not organized chronologically. I could never hope to teach a complete economic history of Europe in a semester and Id rather teach you a few things in more depth than many things superficially. Dont expect to cover everything. I specifically stayed away from textbooks because they are too boring for me to read. Instead I have focused on four big ideas: the Great Divergence the Great Transformation the Great Depression and the Demographic Transition Evaluation You are expected to come to class having read and thought about the assigned text. Be ready to participate in discussion. The quality of the class depends on your contributions. Your grade for this course will be divided among the following items: Midterm 20% Final Exam 25% Essay 10% Research Paper with Presentation 25% Quizzes 10% Participation 10% Writing Assignments Essay Write a 35 page essay on the following question: Why did the Industrial Revolution occur in England? Research paper Write a 12-15 page paper. Choose one of the following types of papers: 1. A literature review on any topic related to European Economic History. What have economists and historians written about this topic? Are there disagreements? Give your evalu ...

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