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作业概述Final Project worth 10% of your final grade - Global Inequality Reflection
期末项目，占期末成绩的10% - 全球不平等反思Project Description
项目描述You will conduct an interview with one of history's most influential economists, addressing current global inequality concerns from their perspective. This project combines historical economic thought with contemporary analysis.
您将与历史上最有影响力的经济学家之一进行访谈，从他们的角度讨论当前的全球不平等问题。这个项目将历史经济思想与当代分析相结合。Assignment Components
作业组成部分Select ONE economist from the provided list to interview
从提供的列表中选择一位经济学家进行访谈400-word paragraph with a catchy title (PDF format)
400字段落，配有吸引人的标题（PDF格式）5-10 minutes, MP4 format, max 100MB (cannot read from script during recording)
5-10分钟，MP4格式，最大100MB（录制期间不能读稿）Three Core Questions
三个核心问题You must answer these questions as your chosen economist:
您必须以您选择的经济学家的身份回答这些问题：Evaluation Criteria (KUTAC Framework)
评估标准（KUTAC框架）Economic concepts, principles, terminology for Micro and Macro Economics
微观和宏观经济学的经济概念、原理、术语Economic reasoning, analysis, and decision-making processes
经济推理、分析和决策过程Clear presentation of economic information and analysis
清晰展示经济信息和分析Application of economic methods and project completion skills
经济方法的应用和项目完成技能Choose Your Economist
选择您的经济学家Select ONE economist from the list below to conduct your interview with.
从以下列表中选择一位经济学家进行您的访谈。Important: Consider each economist's unique perspective on inequality, capitalism, and economic policy when making your selection. Your choice will determine the direction and depth of your interview analysis.
重要提示： 在做出选择时，请考虑每位经济学家对不平等、资本主义和经济政策的独特观点。您的选择将决定您访谈分析的方向和深度。Father of modern macroeconomics, advocated government intervention during economic downturns. Famous for Keynesian economics and the theory of aggregate demand.
现代宏观经济学之父，主张在经济衰退期间政府干预。以凯恩斯经济学和总需求理论闻名。Developed the theory of comparative advantage in international trade. Advocated for free trade and analyzed the distribution of wealth in society.
发展了国际贸易中的比较优势理论。倡导自由贸易并分析了社会财富分配。Author of "The Wealth of Nations," pioneer of free market economics. Introduced concepts of the invisible hand and division of labor.
《国富论》作者，自由市场经济学先驱。引入了看不见的手和分工概念。Critic of market economics, emphasized the role of corporations and public purpose. Wrote "The Affluent Society" and advocated for balanced economic growth.
市场经济学批评家，强调公司和公共目的的作用。著有《富裕社会》，倡导平衡的经济增长。Known for the Malthusian theory of population, warned about population growth outpacing food production. Influential in demographic and economic policy.
以马尔萨斯人口理论闻名，警告人口增长超过粮食生产。在人口学和经济政策方面有影响力。Nobel Prize winner, pioneer of microfinance and microcredit for poverty alleviation. Founder of Grameen Bank, advocate for social business.
诺贝尔奖获得者，小额金融和小额信贷扶贫的先驱。格莱珉银行创始人，社会企业倡导者。I chose John Maynard Keynes because his economic philosophy directly addresses the relationship between government intervention and inequality reduction. His advocacy for countercyclical fiscal policy provides a unique lens through which to examine contemporary global inequality. Keynes' emphasis on aggregate demand and employment makes his perspective particularly relevant to current discussions about automation, wealth distribution, and the role of government in ensuring economic stability. His ideas about the paradox of thrift and liquidity traps offer sophisticated insights into how modern economies can better address inequality through strategic intervention while maintaining market efficiency.
Plan Your Interview
规划您的访谈Develop your responses to the three core questions from your economist's perspective.
从您的经济学家的角度制定对三个核心问题的回答。Remember: You are speaking AS your chosen economist, not ABOUT them. Consider their historical context, economic theories, and how they might view today's global inequality challenges.
记住： 您是在以您选择的经济学家的身份说话，而不是在谈论他们。考虑他们的历史背景、经济理论，以及他们如何看待今天的全球不平等挑战。Question 1: Global Concerns for the Future
问题1：对未来的全球担忧Consider: How would your economist view current trends in automation, climate change, inequality, globalization, and technological disruption?
考虑： 您的经济学家如何看待当前自动化、气候变化、不平等、全球化和技术颠覆的趋势？Question 2: Actions You Would Take
问题2：您会采取的行动Think about: What policies, institutions, or economic mechanisms would your economist propose to address inequality?
思考： 您的经济学家会提出什么政策、机构或经济机制来解决不平等问题？Question 3: Areas for Further Learning
问题3：进一步学习的领域Consider: What modern economic concepts, technologies, or global developments would intrigue your economist?
考虑： 什么现代经济概念、技术或全球发展会让您的经济学家感兴趣？Global Concerns: As Keynes, I would be deeply concerned about the persistent high levels of unemployment in many developed nations despite technological advancement. The concentration of wealth among the top 1% represents a fundamental threat to aggregate demand and economic stability...
Actions: I would advocate for a new Bretton Woods-style international agreement to coordinate global fiscal policy. This would include progressive taxation on capital gains, increased public investment in infrastructure and education...
Learning: I would be fascinated to understand how digital currencies and algorithmic trading affect liquidity preferences and monetary policy effectiveness in the modern economy...
Write Your Interview
撰写您的访谈Craft your 400-word interview paragraph with a catchy title.
撰写您的400字访谈段落，配上吸引人的标题。Writing Guidelines: Write in first person as your economist. Blend their historical perspective with modern economic challenges. Maintain their distinctive voice and theoretical approach throughout.
写作指南： 以您的经济学家的第一人称撰写。将他们的历史观点与现代经济挑战相结合。始终保持他们独特的声音和理论方法。Title: "The Invisible Hand in an Age of Visible Inequality"
Content: As I observe the global economy of the 21st century, I am both fascinated and troubled by the extremes of wealth and poverty that coexist in this interconnected world. When I wrote about the invisible hand, I envisioned a mechanism that would naturally promote the general welfare through individual self-interest. However, the current concentration of wealth suggests that my invisible hand has perhaps been constrained by visible barriers...
⚠️ Important Reminder for Video Recording
⚠️ 视频录制重要提醒Remember that you cannot read from your written interview during the video recording. Use your written work as preparation, but you must speak naturally and from memory during filming.
记住，您在视频录制期间不能朗读您的书面访谈。将您的书面作品作为准备，但在拍摄期间必须自然地从记忆中讲述。Plan Your Video Recording
规划您的视频录制Prepare for your 5-10 minute video presentation (MP4 format, max 100MB).
为您的5-10分钟视频演示做准备（MP4格式，最大100MB）。Critical Rule: You CANNOT read from your written interview during recording. Practice speaking your content until you can present it naturally and conversationally.
关键规则： 您在录制期间不能朗读您的书面访谈。练习说出您的内容，直到您可以自然地以对话方式展示。Recommended Video Structure
推荐的视频结构Technical Requirements
技术要求- MP4 format required 需要MP4格式
- Maximum file size: 100MB 最大文件大小：100MB
- Duration: 5-10 minutes (aim for 7-8 minutes) 时长：5-10分钟（建议7-8分钟）
- Good lighting (face the light source, avoid backlighting) 良好的照明（面对光源，避免逆光）
- Clear audio (use external microphone if available) 清晰的音频（如有可用，使用外部麦克风）
- Stable camera position (use tripod or stable surface) 稳定的摄像机位置（使用三脚架或稳定表面）
- Professional appearance and background 专业的外观和背景
- Practice multiple times before recording 录制前多次练习
- Speak naturally, as if in conversation 自然说话，如对话般
- Make eye contact with the camera 与摄像头保持眼神交流
- Use appropriate gestures and body language 使用适当的手势和肢体语言
- Allow for brief pauses between points 在各点之间允许短暂停顿
- Record at 720p resolution (1280×720) 以720p分辨率录制（1280×720）
- Use moderate bitrate settings 使用适中的比特率设置
- Compress using software like HandBrake if needed 如需要，使用HandBrake等软件压缩
- Test final file size before submission 提交前测试最终文件大小
"Good day. I am Thomas Robert Malthus, and though I lived in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, the concerns I raised about population and resources have never been more relevant than they are today. As I observe the modern world with its 8 billion inhabitants, I see both validation of my theories and new challenges I could never have imagined..."
Review & Export
审查和导出Review your work and export your project materials.
审查您的工作并导出您的项目材料。Assignment Checklist
作业检查清单Choose one economist and provide rationale 选择一位经济学家并提供理由
Global concerns addressed from economist's perspective 从经济学家的角度处理全球担忧
Actions to take specified 要采取的行动已指定
Learning interests identified 学习兴趣已确定
Catchy, relevant title created 创建了吸引人且相关的标题
400-word paragraph completed 完成400字段落
Video structure and notes prepared 视频结构和笔记已准备
Next Steps:
下一步：- Export your written interview as a PDF 将您的书面访谈导出为PDF
- Practice your video presentation multiple times 多次练习您的视频演示
- Record your video (5-10 minutes, MP4, max 100MB) 录制您的视频（5-10分钟，MP4，最大100MB）
- Submit both files as required 按要求提交两个文件