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DES222Social Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Technology and Socioeconomic Development

This course explores the intricate relationship between technology and socioeconomic development. It examines the role of technology in the historical growth of major economies, the nature of technological change, and its socioeconomic implications. Students will delve into technology transfer, diffusion, and adoption, with a focus on developing countries. The course aims to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of how technology drives economic progress and shapes societies.

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52h
Study Time
13
Weeks
4h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
TechnologySocioeconomic DevelopmentInnovationTechnology TransferEconomic Growth

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Technology Concepts

2

Economic Growth

3

Socioeconomic Development

4

Industrial Revolution

5

Technological Change

6

Technology Transfer

7

Technology Diffusion

8

Technology Adoption

9

Industrial Competition

Total Topics9 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

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Policy Analyst

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Development Consultant

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Technology Strategist

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Researcher

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

GovernmentInternational DevelopmentTechnology ConsultingResearch InstitutionsFinancial Services

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Role Of Technology And Historical Growth Of Major Economies

4h

Unit 1: The Basic Concepts: Technology, Innovation and Socioeconomic Development

4 study hours
  • •Define technology, innovation, and socioeconomic development.
  • •Discuss the characteristics of technology evolution.
  • •Differentiate between technology and innovation.
Week
2

Module 1: Role Of Technology And Historical Growth Of Major Economies

4h

Unit 2: Economic Growth and Socioeconomic Development

4 study hours
  • •Define economic growth and socioeconomic development.
  • •Explain how economic growth is measured.
  • •Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of economic growth.
Week
3

Module 1: Role Of Technology And Historical Growth Of Major Economies

4h

Unit 3: Developed and Developing Economies

4 study hours
  • •Define developed and developing economies.
  • •Highlight the characteristics of developed and developing economies.
  • •Discuss the determinants of socioeconomic development.
Week
4

Module 1: Role Of Technology And Historical Growth Of Major Economies

4h

Unit 4: History of Technology in Industrial Revolution

4 study hours
  • •Discuss the history of technological development.
  • •Trace the history of technological development from developed economies to developing economies.
Week
5

Module 2: Nature Of Technological Change And Socioeconomic Implications

4h

Unit 1: Technological Change and Technology Life Cycle

4 study hours
  • •Discuss the history of technological change.
  • •Highlight different types of technological change.
  • •Explain technology life cycle.
Week
6

Module 2: Nature Of Technological Change And Socioeconomic Implications

4h

Unit 2: Technological Change and Technical Progress

4 study hours
  • •Explain the production function.
  • •Understand the role of technical progress in achieving economic growth.
Week
7

Module 2: Nature Of Technological Change And Socioeconomic Implications

4h

Unit 3: Socioeconomic Implications of Technological Change

4 study hours
  • •Discuss what is meant by sustainable development.
  • •List the sustainable development goals.
  • •Explain the role of technology in socioeconomic development.
Week
8

Module 2: Nature Of Technological Change And Socioeconomic Implications

4h

Unit 4: Industrial Competition and Technology Change

4 study hours
  • •Understand the meaning of industrial competition.
  • •Know the components of industrial competition.
Week
9

Module 3: Technology Transfer, Diffusion And Adoption

4h

Unit 1: Technology Transfer and Socioeconomic Development

4 study hours
  • •Discuss the meaning of technology transfer.
  • •Explain the different classes of technology transfer.
  • •Enumerate the different approaches through which technology can be transferred.
Week
10

Module 3: Technology Transfer, Diffusion And Adoption

4h

Unit 2: Technology Diffusion and Adoption

4 study hours
  • •Explain what is meant by technology diffusion and adoption.
  • •Discuss the different drivers of technology diffusion and adoption.
Week
11

Module 3: Technology Transfer, Diffusion And Adoption

4h

Unit 3: Economic Theories of Technology Change

4 study hours
  • •Explain the exogenous growth theory.
  • •Describe the endogenous growth theory.
  • •Discuss the theory of creative destruction.
Week
12

Module 3: Technology Transfer, Diffusion And Adoption

4h

Unit 4: Issues of Technology Acquisition in Developing Countries

4 study hours
  • •Explain the different modes of technology acquisition.
  • •Discuss the challenges of technological acquisition in developing countries.
  • •Illustrate the strategies to technology adoption in developing countries.
Week
13

Module 3: Technology Transfer, Diffusion And Adoption

4h

Final Revision

4 study hours
  • •Review all modules and units.
  • •Work on assignments.
  • •Prepare for final examination.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking technology evolution to economic growth (Modules 1-2)

2

Review case studies of successful technology transfer in developing countries (Module 3)

3

Practice applying economic theories to analyze technology adoption challenges (Module 3)

4

Focus on understanding the key characteristics and determinants of developed vs. developing economies (Module 1)

5

Summarize the positive and negative socioeconomic implications of technological change (Module 2)

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