Economics of Latin America and the Caribbean
Spring 2010
Course Description:
This course begins with an overview of the historical economic forces that have shaped the economies south of the US border. Select models and issues of economic development, trade and systems will be introduced and discussed. At least one national case study will be presented. The future of regional economic cooperation and national socio-economic progress will be explored.
Important Upcoming Dates:
 | Thursday, April 8th: Second hourly exam (Worth 15% of final grade) |
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Tuesday,
April 20th: Term paper due: hand in Writing Center
rough draft along with the final version. |
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Monday, May 3rd: Final exam; 8:00 - 10:30 |
Writing Center Information:
Location: Dalton Room, Old Falvey
You may come to the Writing Center at any point in your writing process. Bring an outline, rough draft, an assignment or just your
ideas. We'll work with you from where you are; individually and at your own pace.
Call for an appointment
(610-519-4604)...or just walk in.
Useful Web Sites:
The Economist - http://www.economist.com/
Latin Focus - http://www.latin-focus.com/
CEPAL - Portada de la CEPAL
The Latin American Network Information Center (LANIC) - http://lanic.utexas.edu/
CIA World Factbook - CIA - The World Factbook
Geo Hive - GEOHIVE :: Global Statistics
World Bank - World Bank Group - Data and Statistics
Countries of the World - Countries of the World