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Sciences Po Summer Workshop 2022: LABOR

Overview:

Introduction:

The Sciences Po Summer Workshop 2022: LABOR is a five-day training course that aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the current state of labor and employment in the modern economy. The course will cover a wide range of topics, from the history of labor to current labor laws and policies.

Course Objectives:

At the end of this course, the participants will be able to:

  • Provide participants with an understanding of the historical development of labor and employment
  • Familiarize participants with current labor laws and policies
  • Introduce participants to the various types of labor, including wage labor, self-employment, and gig work
  • Explore the impact of technology on labor and employment
  • Examine the challenges facing workers in the modern economy, such as income inequality and the gig economy

Targeted Audience:

  • This course is targeted at students and professionals with an interest in labor and employment, including those studying law, economics, sociology, and human resources.

Course Outlines:

Unit 1: Introduction to the History of Labor

  • Overview of the history of labor and employment
  • The rise of industrialization and the birth of the modern worker
  • Labor movements and the fight for workers' rights

Unit 2: Current Labor Laws and Policies

  • Overview of current labor laws, including minimum wage and overtime laws
  • The role of government in regulating labor and employment
  • The impact of international trade agreements on labor and employment

Unit 3: Types of Labor

  • Overview of different types of labor, including wage labor, self-employment, and gig work
  • Pros and cons of different types of labor
  • The gig economy and its impact on workers

Unit 4: Technology and Labor

  • Overview of the impact of technology on labor and employment
  • Automation and its impact on jobs
  • The future of work and the potential impact of artificial intelligence

Unit 5: Challenges Facing Workers in the Modern Economy

  • Overview of challenges facing workers in the modern economy, such as income inequality and job insecurity
  • The role of unions and worker-led organizations in addressing these challenges
  • Conclusion and discussion of potential solutions to the challenges facing workers in the modern economy.

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