ECON 220 American Economic History (Not offered 2008-2009)
This course examines the growth and development of the American economy from the colonial era to the modern period. The emphasis will be on the use of economic theory and empirical methods to address key questions in U.S. history. Topics include population growth, agricultural development, industrialization, slavery, government regulation, the Great Depression, and the post-World War II economy. Comparisons will be made to European and non-European experiences.
Format: lecture/discussion. Requirements: midterm, short problem sets, final, and a research paper.
Prerequisites: Economics 110 and Economics 120. Enrollment limit: 35 (expected: 35).
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