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Global Economics
Using basic market economics, students will examine the role of governments in the economic decision making process and the impact they have on the global market. This course will also explore how nations are linked financially through money, capital, and exchange markets, emphasizing policy issues including the role of the International Monetary Fund, monetary and exchange rate policy, and the prevention and resolution of financial crises in emerging markets.
Session 1 (July 5 - July 24)
Age and grade requirements: 9th, 10th or 11th grade in Spring 2009, and age 14 - 17 on July 5, 2009.
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International Relations
This course offers students an introduction to international relations, and applies theoretical approaches to understanding practical foreign policy questions. Through a variety of activities and instructional approaches, students take a critical look at competing theoretical claims about foreign policy decisions, and think creatively about the challenges and global implications that countries face today when formulating policies. Particular attention will be paid to the role of the Asian governments, and Asia-US relations.
Session 1 (July 5 - July 24)
Age and grade requirements: 9th, 10th or 11th grade in Spring 2009, and age 14 - 17 on July 5, 2009.
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Topics in Bioscience and Biotechnology
Cutting-edge research in bioscience and biotechnology draws upon ideas and methods from a broad range of academic disciplines spanning the sciences, engineering and medicine. This course includes a brief overview of the range of fields and kinds of research which takes place in bioscience and biotechnology at Stanford. Students will learn general methodologies and principles for study and research in the biosciences while getting a glimpse of advanced research.
Session 1 (July 5 - July 24)
Prerequisite(s): Completion of one year of high school biology.
Age and grade requirements: 9th, 10th or 11th grade in Spring 2009, and age 14 - 17 on July 5, 2009.
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