Economics 209s - United States Economic History

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Mount Holyoke College

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(Same as History 209s) Examines the historical development of the U.S. economy from the colonial period to the present from a variety of theoretical perspectives. The main questions addressed are:What are the reasons for the successes of the U.S. economy (growth, increased productivity, increased living standards, etc.) What are the causes of the problems or failures in the U.S. economy (unemployment, inflation, inequality, poverty, etc.) How have different groups in society (classes, races, and genders) been affected differently by these successes and failures What has been the role of the government in the U.S. economy The 4th hour is mainly for students who have not had Econ 103 and/or 104. Meets Social Sciences III-A requirement F. Moseley Prereq. Not open to first-year students as their first course in economics; 4 credits

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mtholyoke.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 538-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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