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180171 VO The Story of Economic Ideas (Part II) (2025S)
Economic Theories and Methodological Positions, the 20th Century
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Language: English
Lecturers
Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N
- N Tuesday 04.03. 09:45 - 11:15 Seminarraum 13 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
- Tuesday 11.03. 09:45 - 11:15 Seminarraum 13 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
- Tuesday 18.03. 09:45 - 11:15 Seminarraum 4 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
- Tuesday 25.03. 09:45 - 11:15 Seminarraum 4 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
- Tuesday 01.04. 09:45 - 11:15 Seminarraum 4 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
- Tuesday 08.04. 09:45 - 11:15 Seminarraum 4 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
- Tuesday 29.04. 09:45 - 11:15 Seminarraum 4 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
- Tuesday 06.05. 09:45 - 11:15 Seminarraum 13 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
- Tuesday 13.05. 09:45 - 11:15 Seminarraum 13 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
- Tuesday 20.05. 09:45 - 11:15 Seminarraum 13 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
- Tuesday 27.05. 09:45 - 11:15 Seminarraum 4 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
- Tuesday 03.06. 09:45 - 11:15 Seminarraum 4 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 1.Stock
- Tuesday 10.06. 09:45 - 11:15 Seminarraum 13 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
- Tuesday 17.06. 09:45 - 11:15 Hörsaal 17 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
- Tuesday 24.06. 09:45 - 11:15 Seminarraum 13 Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1 2.Stock
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Aims, contents and method of the course
Aims and ContentThe aim of this course is to introduce students to problems discussed in economics in the 20th century. These problems are problems of economic theory as well as epistemological and methodological problems because contemporary authors frequently maintain that it is possible to solve open problems in economic theory by solving methodological ones. Although historically oriented, this course is mainly analytical and discusses the development of economic ideas by analysing problem situations, problems, and proposed solutions as well as resulting controversies. Diligent students will learn to make sense of and evaluate the historical background as well as the performance of economic theories and methodological positions in the 20th century, as well as the main criticisms and later developments of those controversies which implicitly still cover much ground in present day discussions.MethodsTeaching consists of one unbroken 90-minute seminar; discussion of different text passages which students are invited to prepare on the basis of questions distributed in advance for every lecture.
Assessment and permitted materials
Requirements and EvaluationFinal written exam, consisting of three questions to be prepared at home plus two supplementary questions to be answered in person at the exam. Auxiliary materials of all different kinds (books, articles, internet, AI) will be allowed except personal communication (telephon, skype, whatsapp etc.etc.) at the exam in person. Please observe that answers to questions will not simply ask to reproduce slavishly the content of the lecture but require independent thinking. The quality of answers will be evaluated on the basis of completeness, clarity of argument, logical reasoning, and precision. Answers have to be formulated in complete sentences and are not acceptable if stated in keywords only.In order to meet the present study rules, I am obliged to add the following supplement regarding examinations and grades. In order to participate in exams, students have to be registered for the course as well as for the exam in u: space. Dates of exams will be provided in due course.
By registering for the exam students accept the following requirements and rules:
(i) students are required to show their student cards for proving their identity.
(ii) the usual rules apply regarding the number and requirements of entrances for examinations; examination dates regarding first, second, third and fourth entrances will differ.
(iii) By registering for this course/seminar, you tacitly agree to having all your electronic submissions checked by Turnitin.)
The final written examination will be based on three written answers. Correct answers will be evaluated with 7 points. Grades are awarded on the following basis:
below 10 points: ‘negative’ (5)
10 to 11,99 points: ‘sufficient’ (4)
12 to 14,99 points: ‘satisfactory’ (3)
15 to 17,99 points: ‘good’ (2)
18 to 21 points: ‘excellent’ (1)
By registering for the exam students accept the following requirements and rules:
(i) students are required to show their student cards for proving their identity.
(ii) the usual rules apply regarding the number and requirements of entrances for examinations; examination dates regarding first, second, third and fourth entrances will differ.
(iii) By registering for this course/seminar, you tacitly agree to having all your electronic submissions checked by Turnitin.)
The final written examination will be based on three written answers. Correct answers will be evaluated with 7 points. Grades are awarded on the following basis:
below 10 points: ‘negative’ (5)
10 to 11,99 points: ‘sufficient’ (4)
12 to 14,99 points: ‘satisfactory’ (3)
15 to 17,99 points: ‘good’ (2)
18 to 21 points: ‘excellent’ (1)
Minimum requirements and assessment criteria
Requirements and EvaluationFinal written exam, consisting of three questions to be prepared at home plus two supplementary questions to be answered in person at the exam. Auxiliary materials of all different kinds (books, articles, internet, AI) will be allowed except personal communication (telephon, skype, whatsapp etc.etc.) at the exam in person. Please observe that answers to questions will not simply ask to reproduce slavishly the content of the lecture but require independent thinking. The quality of answers will be evaluated on the basis of completeness, clarity of argument, logical reasoning, and precision. Answers have to be formulated in complete sentences and are not acceptable if stated in keywords only.In order to meet the present study rules, I am obliged to add the following supplement regarding examinations and grades. In order to participate in exams, students have to be registered for the course as well as for the exam in u: space. Dates of exams will be provided in due course.
By registering for the exam students accept the following requirements and rules:
(i) students are required to show their student cards for proving their identity.
(ii) the usual rules apply regarding the number and requirements of entrances for examinations; examination dates regarding first, second, third and fourth entrances will differ.
(iii) By registering for this course/seminar, you tacitly agree to having all your electronic submissions checked by Turnitin.)
The final written examination will be based on three written answers. Correct answers will be evaluated with 7 points. Grades are awarded on the following basis:
below 10 points: ‘negative’ (5)
10 to 11,99 points: ‘sufficient’ (4)
12 to 14,99 points: ‘satisfactory’ (3)
15 to 17,99 points: ‘good’ (2)
18 to 21 points: ‘excellent’ (1)
By registering for the exam students accept the following requirements and rules:
(i) students are required to show their student cards for proving their identity.
(ii) the usual rules apply regarding the number and requirements of entrances for examinations; examination dates regarding first, second, third and fourth entrances will differ.
(iii) By registering for this course/seminar, you tacitly agree to having all your electronic submissions checked by Turnitin.)
The final written examination will be based on three written answers. Correct answers will be evaluated with 7 points. Grades are awarded on the following basis:
below 10 points: ‘negative’ (5)
10 to 11,99 points: ‘sufficient’ (4)
12 to 14,99 points: ‘satisfactory’ (3)
15 to 17,99 points: ‘good’ (2)
18 to 21 points: ‘excellent’ (1)
Examination topics
Areas of Examinations
problems, problem situations and suggested solutions discussed in the lecture.
problems, problem situations and suggested solutions discussed in the lecture.
Reading list
Principal Reading:
Selections from:
M. BLAUG, Economic Theory in Retrospect, Cambridge 1978 (and later editions)
Karl R. Popper, The Logic of Scientific Discovery, Hutchinson, London 1959 (first English edition; later editions are published by Routledge); secs: 1 – 18; any edition can be read.
Karl R. Popper, The Two Fundamental Problems of the Theory of Knowledge, Routledge, London 2011
Karl R. Popper, The Poverty of Historicism, Routledge Kegan & Paul, London 1957 (first English edition; later editions are published by Routledge) any edition can be read.
Selected chapters and supplementary readings will be announced in due course.
Selections from:
M. BLAUG, Economic Theory in Retrospect, Cambridge 1978 (and later editions)
Karl R. Popper, The Logic of Scientific Discovery, Hutchinson, London 1959 (first English edition; later editions are published by Routledge); secs: 1 – 18; any edition can be read.
Karl R. Popper, The Two Fundamental Problems of the Theory of Knowledge, Routledge, London 2011
Karl R. Popper, The Poverty of Historicism, Routledge Kegan & Paul, London 1957 (first English edition; later editions are published by Routledge) any edition can be read.
Selected chapters and supplementary readings will be announced in due course.
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