221.617.01 BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS IN HEALTH DECISIONS
Department:
International Health
Term: 4th term
Credits: (2 credits)
Contact: William Reinke
Academic Year: 2012 - 2013
Course Instructors:
Description:
Guides students to challenge superficial intuitive judgments that are attractive because they make obvious sense but overlook important considerations that demand more analytical assessment. Human behaviors that then come into play in a more careful analysis are examined for their legitimacy and reasonableness in resolving questions that are traditionally considered to be economic in nature. Where behavioral factors are recognized as relevant we develop ways to blend them with economic perspectives and methods to design balanced action strategies.
Student Evaluation: Participation in class discussions (40%); submission of 4 short papers that provide a critical analysis of specified behavioral economics issues identified in the course (60%).
Location: Baltimore
Class Times:
- Wednesday 8:30 - 10:20
Enrollment Minimum: 10
Instructor Consent:
For consent, contact: wreinke@jhsph.edu
Prerequisite:
Introduction to Microeconomics (313.639) and Biostatistics (140.611 or 140.621) or equivalent
Auditors Allowed: Yes, with instructor consent
Grading Restriction: Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
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