American Economic History
ECON 253
Spring 2010
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01
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This course examines the development and changes in the U.S. economy from colonial times until World War II. Topics related to many economic fields are examined, including labor, agriculture, money and banking, trade, and public finance. Some historical events covered include the American Revolution, the Civil War, westward expansion, industrialization, slavery, and the Great Depression. Often, we will relate historical economic events to current economics issues. |
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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: ECON101 OR ECON110 |
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Fulfills a Requirement for: (ECON) |
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Past Enrollment Probability: Not Available |
| SECTION 01 |
Major Readings: Wesleyan RJ Julia Bookstore
Walton and Rockoff, HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN ECONOMY.
Other supplemental readings TBD.
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Examinations and Assignments:
Two hourly exams and a final, consisting of essay questions; research paper. |
| Instructor(s): Canaday,Neil Times: .M.W... 11:00AM-12:20PM; Location: PAC107; |
| Total Enrollment Limit: 35 | | SR major: 6 | JR major: 10 | | |
| Seats Available: 4 | GRAD: 0 | SR non-major: 5 | JR non-major: 6 | SO: 8 | FR: 0 |
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