Senior Colloquium: Capitalism and Democracy
CSS 391
Fall 2010
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01
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This course is an overview of the state of contemporary political economy, the zone where politics and economics intersect. It reviews some of the classic concepts and looks at how they are being applied in current research and their relevance to contemporary problems. The syllabus is ecumenical and eclectic, on the assumption that no single approach holds all the answers. Students will be expected to attain a superficial grasp of a broad range of ideas and a thorough mastery of those few approaches that appeal to them. Conceptual approaches to be covered include rational choice, game theory, the evolution of cooperation, path dependency, network analysis, and theories of justice. Contemporary issues to be addressed include the resource curse, corruption, global poverty, the 2008 financial crisis, the state of democracy, and the state of the state. |
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Essential Capabilities:
None |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS ECON |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Graded |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: None |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: None |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
To be announced.
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Examinations and Assignments:
To be announced. |
Additional Requirements and/or Comments:
This course is required for all CSS seniors. |
| Instructor(s): Rutland,Peter Times: ...W.F. 02:40PM-04:00PM; Location: PAC422; |
Permission of Instructor Required
Enrollment capacity: 33 | Permission of instructor will be granted during the drop/add period. Students must submit either a ranked or unranked drop/add request for this course. |
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