Syllabi:
Online Courses
Syllabus by Professor Esther Duflo at Massachusetts Institute of Technology
The course is open and free to any who would like to learn or use the syllabus to educate. Course description explains the course was designed prior to the 2016 American presidential election when many Americans were concerned about their economic status. During this time, many felt insecure about the lack of middle-class opportunities. It describes those living under the poverty line as living in the shadows, often overlooked. The course teaches the many meanings and definitions of poverty. It teaches students the many ways to measure and equate poverty.
In-depth studies of poverty and the inequalities in America. The course develops using historical trends moving into current events. It discusses the reasoning behind policy makers decision making. The syllabus has many useful links to websites on policies for students to familiarize themselves. The bulk of the course materials are online and free to all. The instructor has given links for easy access. The readings cover many different factors related to poverty including age, race, ethnicity, and social status at birth.
Open course with many readings and videos. Course description explains the course is dedicated to the massive issue of world poverty. It goes into the optimism we hold that economists may have a solution to such a persistent problem. This course covers many faces of world poverty including the education of poor children, disease burden, and the effect of globalization on world poverty. A textbook is required for readings, but the course also lists many free online readings that can be accessed by all.
Level 100 introductory course on global poverty. Does require textbooks but many readings and videos are open and free. This class defines poverty in the many ways it is defined in the world. It specializes in analyzing the international actors that come into play with aid and interventions. Discusses the gap between the wealthy and the poor.
The class is designed to educate students on the classic research along with new articles and information that have influenced the policies made. Focus is given to poverty and inequality, and the relationship between the two. Readings are available to all for free. Analyzes theories on how family structure may affect poverty. Discusses the public policies in place to assist those living in poverty.
Requires book readings but syllabus includes many online sources This course is a graduate level course that studies public policy in accordance with the subject of poverty. Analyzes the current strategies for dealing with poverty and welfare. Many objectives of this course center around the public policies that are currently in place and how to effectively implement new policies.