Middlebury

ECON0405A-S20

Economics of Discrimination

Economics of Discrimination
In this seminar we will explore the economics of discrimination from both theoretical and empirical perspectives. After reviewing the main theoretical frameworks, we will discuss recent empirical studies on issues of discrimination associated with race, ethnicity, gender, or nationality, focusing on applications in the labor market. We will then investigate to what extent inter-group contact or policies such as quotas or affirmative action can address discrimination. Students will explore a specific topic of interest (e.g., police violence, sexual orientation, sport, education, etc.) in more detail and develop a research proposal. (ECON 0211 and ECON 0255 or ECON 0240) 3 hrs. sem.
Course Reference Number (CRN):
21703
Subject Code:
ECON
Course Number:
0405
Section Identifier:
A

Course

ECON 0405

All Sections in Spring 2020

Spring 2020

ECON0405A-S20 Seminar (Abel)