Economics 225 - Poor in America

Institution:

Dickinson College

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Description:

This course explores the cultural and ideological basis of American beliefs about economic inequality and poverty as well as the nature, extent, and causes of poverty. It focuses on labor markets from economics and political economy perspectives, and it covers human capital and education, job availability and skill requirements; race, class, and gender discrimination; and upward and downward mobility. The history of anti-poverty and welfare policy, as well as current policy debates, is also explored. Prerequisite: 100 or 111 recommended but not required.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.dickinson.edu

Phone Number:

(717) 243-5121

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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