WMGS 250 - Feminist Economics

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Trinity College

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This course provides an introduction to the new field of feminist economics, which through a diverse set of questions and analysis critiques conventional economic theories, analyzes the economics of gender difference, and advocates policies that promote equality for women. Empirical, methodological, theoretical, and policy questions will be explored. For example, has the economic position of women been improving in the U.S. and in the world Do existing economic theories embody a masculine perspective How can economists better understand housework and childcare, and women's predominance in them What is a feminist analysis of welfare What insights does feminism provide for development economics And finally what might women's liberation mean, in economic terms Prerequisite: C- or better in Economics 101. 1.00 units, Lecture

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0.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.Trincoll.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 297-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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