DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS ECON 333 Summer 2021 Sherif Khalifa

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Mihaylo College of Business and Economics Department of Economics

P.O. Box 6848, Fullerton, CA 92834-6848 / T 657-278-2228 / F 657-278-3097

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DEVELOPMENT ECONOMICS ECON 333

Summer 2021 Sherif Khalifa CONTACT INFORMATION

Instructor: Dr. Sherif Khalifa Office: SGMH 3369.

Phone: (657) 278-3756.

Email: [email protected]

Office Hours via Zoom: Thursdays, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM, or by appointment.

Web Page: https://business.fullerton.edu/faculty/sherif-khalifa COURSE OBJECTIVES

The goal of this course is to introduce students to the field of Development Economics. The questions that this course attempts to address include the causes why affluence coexists with dire conditions not only across countries but also within the same country? Can traditional subsistence societies be transformed into more developed nations? To what extent are the development aspirations of the least developed nations helped or hindered by the economic activities of the developed countries? Towards the end of the semester, students should possess a balanced view for understanding the challenges facing developing countries.

LEARNING GOALS

(1) Students will learn about economic development models.

(2) Students will apply economic concepts to real world cases.

(3) Students will learn about economic development indicators.

(4) Students will learn some case studies from the Developing world.

(5) Students will analyze the economic conditions of a specific Developing country.

PREREQUISITES

ECON 100 or ECON 201 REFERENCES

(1) Michael Todaro and Stephen Smith. “Economic Development.” Eleventh Edition, The Pearson Series in Economics.

(2) Lecture slides are available on

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https://business.fullerton.edu/faculty/sherif-khalifa/Development-Economics (3) Lecture videos are available on Canvas.

GRADING CRITERIA

A PLUS/MINUS grading will be applied to this class.

(1) Midterm Examination

The Midterm exam constitutes 35% of the course grade. The Midterm exam will be conducted on Titanium.

(2) Final Examination

The Final exam constitutes 35% of the course grade. The final exam is comprehensive. The final exam will be conducted on Titanium.

(3) Problems

Two problem set constitute 30% of the course grade. The two problem sets are posted on the web page. The deadline of each problem set is the review session.

Students will email the instructor with their answers before noon of the review session day.

Problem Set 1 15%

Problem Set 2 15%

Midterm Examination 35%

Final Examination 35%

CANVAS

As a registered student you are enrolled in Canvas. You may access Canvas for all your classes by clicking on your student portal, found on the CSUF website.

Contact the student help desk at (657) 278-8888 or email [email protected].

SPECIAL NEEDS

Please inform the instructor during the first week of classes about any disability or special needs that you may have that may require specific arrangements related to attending class sessions, carrying out class assignments, or writing papers or examinations. According to California State University policy, students with disabilities must document their disabilities at the Disability Support

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Services (DSS) Office in order to be accommodated in their courses. Additional information can be found at the DSS website , by calling 657-278-3112 or email [email protected].

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY

Academic dishonesty includes such things cheating, inventing false information or citations, plagiarism, and helping someone else commit an act of academic dishonesty. It usually involves an attempt by a student to show a possession of a level of knowledge or skill, which he/she in fact does not possess. Cheating is defined as the act of obtaining or attempting to obtain credit for work by the use of any dishonest, deceptive, fraudulent, or unauthorized means. Plagiarism is defined as the act of taking the work of another and offering it as one’s own without giving credit to that source. An instructor who believes that an act of academic dishonesty has occurred (1) is obligated to discuss the matter with the student(s) involved; (2) should possess reasonable evidence such as documents or personal observation; and (3) may take whatever action (subject to student appeal) he/she deems appropriate, ranging from an oral reprimand to an F in the course. Additional information on this policy is available from University Policy Statement 300.021.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS

To be able to respond effectively in an emergency, be sure to note (a) fire alarm pull station locations, (b) evacuation map including the class’s outside meeting area, (c) emergency procedures for fire, medical emergency, hazardous materials release, earthquake and dangerous situations, and (d) location of nearest emergency phone. Any person with special needs is encouraged to speak with the instructor privately. All campus personnel are required to participate in all campus-wide drills. More emergency preparedness information can be found at the Classroom Preparedness website. The emergency procedures (c above) that you need to follow in our class are detailed in the classroom guide at the end of this syllabus.

If an emergency disrupts normal campus operations or causes the University to close for a prolonged period of time (more than three days), students are expected to complete the course assignments listed on the syllabus as soon as it is reasonably possible to do so.

LEARNING CENTER

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The goal of the University Learning Center is to provide all CSUF students with academic support in an inviting and contemporary environment. The staff of the University Learning Center will assist students with their academic assignments, general study skills, and computer user needs. The ULC staff work with all students from diverse backgrounds in most undergraduate general education courses including those in science and math; humanities and social sciences; as well as other subjects. They offer one-to-one peer tutoring, online writing review, and many more services. More information can be found on the University Learning Center website.

WRITING CENTER

The Writing Center offers 30-minute, one-on-one peer tutoring sessions and workshops, aimed at providing assistance for all written assignments and student writing concerns. Writing Center services are available to students from all disciplines. Registration and appointment schedules are available at the Writing Center Appointment Scheduling System. Walk-in appointments are also available on a first come, first served basis, to students who have registered online. More information can be found at the Writing Center webpage. The Writing Center is located on the first floor of the Pollak Library their phone number is (657) 278-3650.

Message from the Mihaylo College of Business and Economics

The programs offered in Mihaylo College of Business and Economics (MCBE) at Cal State Fullerton are designed to provide every student with the knowledge and skills essential for a successful career in business. Since assessment plays a vital role in Mihaylo College’s drive to offer the best, several assessment tools are implemented to constantly evaluate our program as well as our students’

progress. Students, faculty, and staff should expect to participate in MCBE assessment activities. In doing so, Mihaylo College is able to measure its strengths and weaknesses, and continue to cultivate a climate of excellence in its students and programs^.

General Education Information

This course meets the learning goals in category III C.2. Disciplinary Learning:

Implications, Explorations, and Participatory Experience in the Social Sciences:

(i) To understand broad, unifying themes in the social sciences from cross- disciplinary perspectives. (ii) To solve complex problems that require social scientific reasoning. (iii) To relate the social sciences to significant social problems or to other related disciplines. (iv) When deemed appropriate, to apply

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disciplinary concepts from the social sciences in a variety of settings, such as community-based learning sites and activities. (v) The course includes a significant writing component with evaluations offering opportunities for students to improve their writing.

TENTATIVE OUTLINE

Day Topic Reference

6/1 Comparative Development Chapter 1

6/3 Development Theories Chapter 3

6/7 Income Inequality Chapter 5

6/8 Population I Chapter 6

6/10 Population II Chapter 7

6/14 Human Capital Chapter 8

6/15 Problem Set 1 due - Review

6/17 Midterm Examination

6/21 Sustainable Development Chapter 9 & 10

6/22 Globalization Chapter 12

6/24 Foreign Finance Chapter 14 & 15

6/28 Economic Policy Chapter 16

6/29 Problem Set 2 due - Review

7/1 Final Examination

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Technical competencies expected of students:

The following technical computer skills are required of students during this online timeframe:

• Use of Zoom (tutorial may be accessed here:

https://youtu.be/gWEPFFx9PfI)

• Use of word processing (i.e., Microsoft Word)

• Use of Adobe Reader and converting formats to .PDF

• Use of a Web Browser (i.e., Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Microsoft Internet Explorer, or Safari)

• Handling e-mail communications and inserting attachments; your CSUF e- mail account should be checked daily – as this is the instructor’s communication method for an online class

• Downloading and uploading files from the internet Computer hardware, software, and settings requirements:

Hardware/Software Requirements:

• Operating System: Windows 7, 8, 10 or Mac OS X/X+

• Processor: 2+ GHz

• Memory: 4+ GB

• Plug-ins: PDF Reader, QuickTime, Java (use the current version) Note: Flash Player is no longer recommended.

• Web browser: Chrome (Chrome is required for taking exams through Proctorio), Firefox or Safari (use the current version)

• Display: 1336x768 or higher

• Internet connection: FiOS/DSL/Cable

• E-mail: CSUF student email account

• Sound card or built-in sound: required

• Software: Microsoft Office 365 or similar; Zoom and any other software required by your instructor

• Microphone: required (external or built-in)

• Webcam: required (external or built-in, you can also use your mobile phone as webcam)

Important Settings/Considerations:

• For Zoom, a smart phone will work, but you may have a hard time viewing the PowerPoint(s), so a laptop/computer/tablet is recommended. Test your Zoom technology: https://zoom.us/test

• Free software to CSUF students (including Zoom, Microsoft Office, and Adobe): http://www.fullerton.edu/it/students/software/

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• Resources for Proctorio:

http://www.fullerton.edu/it/services/software/proctorio/. Make sure to review the contents on the page before your first exam.

What to do when technical problems develop:

If students are having problems using the features implemented in the course site, they should call the Help Desk at (657) 278-8888 or e-mail [email protected].

Netiquette (appropriate on-line behavior):

Navigating the internet dictates that you adhere to a certain unspoken code of conduct. This on-line set of rules, called netiquette, ensures that you are not misunderstood (and that you do not offend anyone) when communicating online.

Zoom Etiquette:

• Use your webcam and put your microphone on mute during Zoom class sessions (unless instructed otherwise). If you are unable to turn on your video, add a profile picture. Test your camera position before each class begins to ensure you’re centered in the camera.

• Make sure to limit distractions as much as possible during class (i.e., find a quiet space, do not browse other apps, put your phone away, etc.) to be more engaged

• Do not use inappropriate Zoom backgrounds or nicknames; this course is centered around professionalism and it is expected that you act as such

• Keep professional behavior during the Zoom session (e.g. dress appropriately for class, consider your body language, don’t participate in non-course related activities)

• Keep irrelevant chat to a minimum (remember to answer discussion questions and not chat with your classmates about something not relevant to the course during in-class discussion time)

• Do not offend or enrage a classmate (be sensitive and use appropriate language); no shouting (using all capital letters); if you do not have anything nice to say, do not say it

• Do not personally record the class meeting on your device. This is a policy from campus to protect individual privacy and violating this rule can result in campus disciplinary action.

More Core Rules of Netiquette can be found at:

http://www.albion.com/netiquette/corerules.html

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If you need a laptop and/or WiFi access to continue to participate in class and complete assignments online, please complete the form: COVID-19 Related Device Request Form. A staff member will follow up within 1 business day.

President’s Directive & Health and Safety Guidelines:

Cal State Fullerton (CSUF) is actively working to maintain the safety of our campus community. To stay current with information, please visit CSUF’s Titan’s Return: A Phased Approach website. Please review the FAQs to help answer any of your questions.