: Why the Poorest Countries are Failing and What Can Be Done About It” by Paul Collier

The Bottom Billion: Why the Poorest Countries are Failing and What Can Be Done About It” by Paul Collier Order Description read a book discussing international/developmental economics. The recommended book is “The Bottom Billion: Why the Poorest Countries are Failing and What Can Be Done About It” by Paul Collier. Students that wish to read another book must have permission from the Instructor. Students may submit a rough draft for preliminary feedback before the final submission of the assignment. This must be done by the end of Week 15 in the semester schedule to receive feedback in time for a resubmission. Final submission will be due in Week 17. In the book report, students will evaluate the book author’s conclusions and arguments from the theory and concepts learned in the course. The written content should consist of 8-10 pages in length and follow APA format. The content should consist of three sections: introduction and summary of key points from book, evaluation of at least two macroeconomic elements and a recommendation of policy for under-developed nations. Components Introduction/Summary Provide a concise description of the book and introduce the key macroeconomic policies relevant for developing countries. Section should consist of 20% of total document. Macro Policy Discussion Include a discussion including at least two of the following elements: monetary policy/inflation, fiscal policy, employment, structural stagnation, and/or international trade policy. How does the book author use the chosen macro elements to build an argument? Evaluate (compare and contrast) the book author’s discussion of these elements using theory and concepts learned in the textbook and in the course. Consider what school of thought the author comes from and what assumptions, values and goals the author uses. Section should be 60% of the total document. Recommendation Consider the arguments the author makes and consider the theory and concepts learned in the class to formulate your own opinion to the issue presented by the book author. Articulate your own opinion on the issue(s) and support your ideas using theory and concepts learned in the class and textbook. Section should be 20% of the total document. Rubric Macro Book Report Macro Book Report Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIntroduction 40.0 pts Exemplary - Meets “Proficient” criteria and demonstrates insightful understanding of the key issues from the selected book 35.0 pts Proficient - Concisely and accurately describes and introduces relevant content from the book selected 30.0 pts Needs Improvement - Describes the book, but description is not concise or contains unimportant details