In this session we examine the problems of corruption, clientelism, patronage and other maladies that often affect the public sector. On his piece, Hirschman provides a provocative argument concerning perceived to development”. How do we know what is an obstacle, and what “obstacles should be done about them? The other three pieces help us apply Hirschman’s framework to the problem of corruption. This is a charged topic, and students often have strong (and deeply ingrained) opinions about corruption. When reading these pieces, try to identify your own beliefs concerning the relationship between corruption and development, whether they should be updated, and how. Class 14 In Class Reflection - wrap up 1 - Required Wright, Erik Olin. (2015) How to be an Anticapitalist Jacobin Magazine 2 - Recommended n/a 3 The readings in context (pointers for readers) – Erik Olin Wright is a well-known sociologist who wrote a provocative piece about capitalism and inequality. As we think about international development, are we arguing against Wright or with him? If the latter, he lays out different modes of action. Where do you see yourself? Have your ideas changed? Above all, students should come to class prepared to reflect on the whole course, their personal experiences, and what they have learned. Accretions to knowledge are good, but real learning often requires that we change our minds. What have you changed your mind about?
In this session we examine the problems of corruption, clientelism, patronage and other maladies that often affect the public sector. On his piece, Hirschman provides a provocative argument concerning perceived “obstacles to development”. How do we know what is an obstacle, and what should be done about them? The other three pieces help us apply Hirschman’s framework to the problem of corruption. This is a charged topic, and students often have strong (and deeply ingrained) opinions about corruption. When reading these pieces, try to identify your own beliefs concerning the relationship between corruption and development, whether they should be updated, and how. Class 14 In Class Reflection - wrap up 1 - Required Wright, Erik Olin. (2015) How to be an Anticapitalist Jacobin Magazine 2 - Recommended n/a 3 – The readings in context (pointers for readers) Erik Olin Wright is a well-known sociologist who wrote a provocative piece about capitalism and inequality. As we think about international development, are we arguing against Wright or with him? If the latter, he lays out different modes of action. Where do you see yourself? Have your ideas changed? Above all, students should come to class prepared to reflect on the whole course, their personal experiences, and what they have learned. Accretions to knowledge are good, but real learning often requires that we change our minds. What have you changed your mind about?
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