Seminar on Contemporary Economic Issues I

lecon2446  2024-2025  Louvain-la-Neuve

Seminar on Contemporary Economic Issues I
5.00 credits
30.0 h
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Teacher(s)
Van Steenberghe Vincent;
Language
English
Main themes
Divided into small groups, students will formulate and study a current issue related to climate and energy transition and engage in debate. The research questions may cover various aspects of the transition. Although these research questions will necessarily be of an economic nature, the analysis will incorporate other essential dimensions.
Learning outcomes

At the end of this learning unit, the student is able to :

1 At the end of the activity, students will be able
  • Demonstrate conceptual abstraction and synthesize essential elements for understanding an economic problem,
  • Activate and apply knowledge appropriately,
  • Conduct a clear and structured analytical reasoning by applying and, if necessary, adapting scientifically based conceptual frameworks and analytical models,
  • Exhibit intellectual independence in reasoning, and maintain a critical and reflective perspective,
  • Communicate a message clearly and structurally, both orally and in writing,
  • Present arguments in an appropriate, relevant, and convincing manner.
 
Content
The topic  may change each year, according to the economic questions of the moment.
Teaching methods
  • Over several sessions, the instructor presents material related to climate and energy transition. This material includes contextual elements, relevant economic concepts, institutional aspects, etc.
  • Divided into small groups, students then choose a research question related to the topic.
  • Students write a report that includes a detailed argumentation related to the economic question posed. They draw on the material presented by the instructor, the knowledge they have acquired throughout their studies, specialized economic press, scientific literature, and any other useful sources.
  • They present their report and then engage in an oral debate.
  • Intermediate interactions with all students and with the instructor, including subgroup discussions, are planned.
Evaluation methods
 The evaluation is based onthe quality of intermediate and final written work, on the quality of oral presentations and on the discussion about the work of the other students.
Other information
The use of artificial intelligence in the context of this seminar is governed by the rules outlined in the faculty notice on this subject, which is available on the faculty's website in the information for students section.
Logistical Aspects
Logistical arrangements will be adjusted according to the health situation. By default, in-person instruction is planned. Depending on the evolution of the situation and any logistical constraints, discussions and presentations may be conducted via videoconference.
Faculty or entity
> ECON


Programmes / formations proposant cette unité d'enseignement (UE)

Title of the programme
Sigle
Credits
Prerequisites
Learning outcomes
Master [120] in Economics: General
ECON2M
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