EDPE+4050+Economics+of+education

Next Offered
Fall 2013

Professor
Ilja Cornelisz (TC) - Fall 2012 Henry M. Levin (TC) - Fall 2013

Syllabus
Note: Syllabus is subject to change at the professor's discretion.

Course description
This is a survey course at the introductory level with more advanced readings for students who have a foundation in economics and are specializing in the economics of education. It assumes that the student has at least some background in economics, enough to apply microeconomic theory conceptually to a variety of educational policy issues. The course will emphasize the development of analytical skills in using economic tools for educational policy. Although the course will require familiarity with algebraic representations and basic statistics, it will not require calculus. It will be useful for students interested in educational administration, educational planning and policy, and those with interest in pursuing further studies in the economics of education.

Covered topics include:
 * Overview of Economics of Education
 * Teacher Markets and the Basics of Supply and Demand
 * Studies of Teacher Salary Policy
 * Benefits of Education
 * Costs of Education
 * Cost-Benefit Analysis and Rate of Return
 * Education and Equity
 * Education and Economic Growth
 * Race and Gender
 * Production of Education
 * Empirical Results on Production Functions
 * Market Solutions to Educational Problems
 * Student Fees in Higher Education

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