ECON 318
Fall 2007
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01
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This course examines technology and technological change using the tools of microeconomics. It studies the historical evolution of technology and compares it with modern developments. It analyzes the interaction of technology with industrial market structure and public policy. Particular emphasis is given to communications technology and the Internet. |
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Essential Capabilities:
Speaking |
| Credit: 1 |
Gen Ed Area Dept:
SBS ECON |
| Course Format: Lecture / Discussion | Grading Mode: Student Option |
| Level: UGRD |
Prerequisites: ECON301 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (ECON-MN)(ECON) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
W. Baumol, THE FREE MARKET INNOVATION MACHINE
Several journal articles and book chapters, see syllabus at chogendorn.web.wesleyan.edu
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Examinations and Assignments:
Several student presentations on readings and a major presentation analyzing a technology of interest. Much of the grading will be by groups. |
| Instructor(s): Hogendorn,Christiaan Times: ..T.R.. 01:10PM-02:30PM; Location: FISK414; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 25 | | SR major: 15 | JR major: 0 | | |
| Seats Available: 2 | GRAD: 0 | SR non-major: 10 | JR non-major: 0 | SO: 0 | FR: 0 |
| Drop/Add Enrollment Requests | | | | | |
| Total Submitted Requests: 4 | 1st Ranked: 1 | 2nd Ranked: 1 | 3rd Ranked: 0 | 4th Ranked: 0 | Unranked: 2 |
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