- What is a ‘technology dead end’? Why are technology dead ends important for economic growth? Illustrate with an example. Hint: Easterly (2002) talks about all this in ch. 9.
- In your opinion, does intellectual property (i.e., temporary ownership of ideas) incentivize the creation of more ideas or does it lower the rate of subsequent innovation and creative expression? Explain briefly how or why. Gilbert (2011) may help you think about this.
Discuss gender identity and how society has evolved over the
Discuss gender identity and how society has evolved over the past decade in their interpretations. Within this discussion be sure to include how sex/gender differ and societal responses to this expanding understanding of gender. How might this understanding of gender cause conflict with current social institutions or practices? You