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Lecturer(s)
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Syrovátka Miroslav, doc. Mgr. Ph.D.
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Course content
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The course explores the concept of sustainable development in a cross-cutting manner, focusing on development problems, especially in poorer countries, long-term sustainability issues, and possible solutions at the national and international level. Emphasis is placed on the big picture and understanding the linkages between topics rather than detailed coverage of a few selected topics. 1. Progress and goals 2. Development and quality of life 3. Poverty 4. Inequality 5. Economic growth 6. Population 7. Environment and development 8. Sustainability 9. International trade 10. Development aid and altruism 11. Existential risks and longtermism
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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unspecified
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Learning outcomes
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The aim of the course is to provide students with an economic perspective on global sustainable development issues.
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Prerequisites
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unspecified
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Assessment methods and criteria
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unspecified
active participation in seminar, written exam
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Recommended literature
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de Janvry, A., Sadoulet, E. (2021). Development economics: Theory and practice. 2nd ed. New York, NY: Routledge.
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MacAskill, W. (2015). Doing Good Better: How Effective Altruism Can Help You Make a Difference. New York, NY: Gotham.
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Ritchie, H. (2024). Not the End of the World: How We Can Be the First Generation to Build a Sustainable Planet. New York, NY: Penguin.
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Todaro, M. P., Smith, S. C. (2020). Economic development. 13th ed. Harlow: Addison Wesley.
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