ECO 3210 - Great Ideas in Economics

Institution:

Castleton State College (7.1.2023 merged into Vermont State University)

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Description:

This course explores the underlying questions and enduring themes in economic thought and debate. What is economic justice? What is the proper role of government in the economy? Are capitalism and democracy compatible? What is our duty to future generations? We will consider answers offered by various thinkers-from Adam Smith to Karl Marx, from John Maynard Keynes to Milton Friedman. Then we will fashion our own answers for our own time. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing and one course in Economics; or consent of instructor. Fall, odd years.

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.castleton.edu

Phone Number:

(802) 468-5611

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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