Analytic Essay #2 Assignment Instructions
Assignment Overview
In this assignment, you will analyze the economic strategy of a developing country of your choice and evaluate its effectiveness. Your task is to examine the specific development strategy pursued by your chosen country and its impact on both economic growth and societal issues such as inequality and poverty.
Essay Prompt
As discussed in the textbook and lecture, the extent to which a country is able to develop economically over time can be influenced by many factors. One of the most important determinants is the country’s domestic politics and the economic policies adopted by political actors, which often reflect ideological considerations about the role of the state versus the market. For this essay, choose a developing country and analyze the economic strategy it has pursued over time. In your response, consider the following:
- Which strategy of development has the country primarily adopted (e.g., import substitution industrialization, export-oriented growth, trade liberalization, etc.)?
- How has this strategy impacted the country’s overall economic growth?
- What effects has it had on other aspects of society (e.g., inequality, poverty levels)?
Objective
- To demonstrate your understanding of different economic development strategies.
- To analyze the political and economic factors that have shaped the chosen country’s development path.
- To assess the broader societal impacts of the country’s economic strategy, including its effects on inequality and poverty.
Essay Requirements
Country Selection:
- Choose a developing country that has implemented a distinct economic development strategy.
- Provide background information on the country’s economic and political context.
Thesis Statement:
- Develop a clear thesis statement that presents your main argument about the development strategy and its impacts on the chosen country.
- Your thesis should be specific and supported by evidence throughout the essay.
Essay Structure:
- Introduction:
- Introduce your chosen country and briefly describe its economic strategy.
- Present your thesis statement clearly.
- Body Paragraphs:
- Identify and explain the primary economic strategy the country has adopted (e.g., import substitution industrialization, export-oriented growth, trade liberalization).
- Analyze how this strategy has impacted the country’s overall economic growth.
- Discuss the broader effects of this strategy on other aspects of society, such as inequality and poverty levels.
- Support your analysis with evidence from credible sources, including scholarly articles, policy reports, and case studies.
- Conclusion:
- Summarize your main points and restate your thesis in light of the analysis.
- Reflect on the implications of the country’s development strategy for its future economic and social progress.
- Introduction:
Research and Sources:
- Use a minimum of three credible sources to support your analysis.
- These can include scholarly articles, policy papers, and expert analysis.
- Properly cite all sources using APSA, APA, Chicago, or MLA style.
- Include a Works Cited or References page (**this does not count toward the length requirements for the paper**).
Length and Formatting:
- Your essay should be 3-5 pages in length.
- Use 12-point Times New Roman font, double-spaced, with 1-inch margins.
- Include a title page with a creative title, your name, and the date of submission (note the title page should not be included in the overall page count).
- Submit the essay in PDF or DOC format.
Evaluation Criteria:
- Introduction and thesis Statement (20%): Does the introduction effectively convey what the rest of the essay is about? Is the thesis clear, specific, and arguable?
- Analysis (30%): Does the essay provide a deep and insightful analysis of the country’s economic strategy and its societal impacts?
- Evidence (25%): Are the claims well-supported with credible sources?
- Organization (15%): Is the essay well-structured and coherent?
- Writing Quality (10%): Is the writing clear, concise, and free of errors?