Prompt
Pick 1 of the following course readings/key concepts and use it to answer questions 1-3 in the next section:
· Keohane and Nye’s theory of globalization, 4 forms of globalism, and complex interdependence leading to low military globalism argument
· Farrell and Newman’s argument for weaponized interdependence including the key concepts of network structures and network power
· Acemoglu and Robinson’s argument that institutions are the main reason for uneven development between nations and why nations fail, including the key concepts of inclusive and extractive economic and political institutions.
· Collier’s concept of the 'bottom billion, the 4 key development traps that prevent growth in these places, and potential solutions described.
Questions (25 points each x 3 =75 points)
- In your own words, explain the author(s) central argument and key concepts mentioned above (200-300 words)
- Critically analyze the central argument by explaining whether you agree or disagree with it. There is no right or wrong answer to this, but you must explain why you agree/disagree and support your perspective with evidence from the reading, lecture, or your own examples (200-300 words)
- Pick at least 1 country (any country!). Find at least 2 pieces of data that are relevant to the country(s) of your choice and the reading/author(s) you discussed in the questions above. Apply the data to the topic you chose and explain why you find the data points particularly interesting or prescient. You are free to use any credible source or type of data. The following is a list of excellent sources to help get you started (100-200 words):