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PED-153: Technological Innovation and Development Policy
Faculty: Calestous Juma
Schedule
| Day | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Day | 9/12 | ||
| Meet Day | M/W | 4:10 PM - 5:30 PM | L130 |
| Review |
Description
Examines the role of technological change and institutional innovation in economic transformation, with particular emphasis on developing countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. It focuses on the role of public policy in creating the necessary conditions for the effective use of science and technology in development. It uses the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) as a reference point as well as evolutionary approaches to analyze the role of technological innovation and institutional change in economic growth. Case studies are used to understand the role of adaptive technological innovations and the associated institutional adjustments. The course reviews the key economic challenges facing developing countries; assesses the available technological opportunities; and outlines the policy and institutional options available to these countries. Students will be graded on a combination of class participation, a policy brief or opinion, and a policy analysis paper.