Economics 331 - History of Economic Thought

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Reed College

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Full course for one semester. This course considers the development of economic thought by focusing on several crucial issues that economics has addressed throughout history, including resource scarcity, the sources of economic growth, the role of government in a market economy, and the effects of international trade. We focus primarily on the development of economic thought between 1770 and 1940. Readings come from the works of Smith, Malthus, Ricardo, Mill, Marx, Marshall, Keynes, and Schumpeter. Prerequisite: Economics 201. Conference. Not offered 2009-10.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.reed.edu

Phone Number:

(503) 771-1112

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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