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210074 SE BAK13 SE State Activity, Policy and Governance Analyses (2015S)

Research and Innovation Policies (engl.)

6.00 ECTS (2.00 SWS), SPL 21 - Politikwissenschaft
Continuous assessment of course work

Seminare
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Details

max. 50 participants
Language: English

Lecturers

Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N

  • Wednesday 11.03. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 3 (H3), NIG 2. Stock
  • Wednesday 18.03. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 3 (H3), NIG 2. Stock
  • Wednesday 25.03. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 3 (H3), NIG 2. Stock
  • Wednesday 15.04. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 3 (H3), NIG 2. Stock
  • Wednesday 22.04. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 3 (H3), NIG 2. Stock
  • Wednesday 29.04. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 3 (H3), NIG 2. Stock
  • Wednesday 06.05. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 3 (H3), NIG 2. Stock
  • Wednesday 13.05. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 3 (H3), NIG 2. Stock
  • Wednesday 20.05. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 3 (H3), NIG 2. Stock
  • Wednesday 27.05. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 3 (H3), NIG 2. Stock
  • Wednesday 03.06. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 3 (H3), NIG 2. Stock
  • Wednesday 10.06. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 3 (H3), NIG 2. Stock
  • Wednesday 17.06. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 3 (H3), NIG 2. Stock
  • Wednesday 24.06. 11:30 - 13:00 Hörsaal 3 (H3), NIG 2. Stock

Information

Aims, contents and method of the course

The course will address major topics and ongoing controversies in current research and innovation policies including:
1. Shifting power in knowledge production: Europe, US, Asia
2. Austria: Innovation leader in the making?
3. Talent mobility: from brain drain to brain circulation
4. Global knowledge networks: collaboration and competition
5. Transnational governance of knowledge policies: OECD, G8, EU
6. Research and innovation in times of crisis: sources of renewed growth?
7. What is social and economic impact of universities and how to measure it?
8. Ranking and comparing universities and countries: advantages and challenges
9. Scientific excellence and social relevance: mutually reinforcing or competing narratives?

Assessment and permitted materials

1. Active participation in seminar discussions: 10%. Attendance is mandatory.
2. Analyzing course literature in weekly reflection papers (1 page): 20%.
3. 20 minute presentation of research essay: 20%.
4. Research essay: 50%. Deadline 31 August 2015

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

Research and innovation policies are becoming increasingly important for national governments, international organizations, civil society and businesses. These policies are seen as crucial for economic growth and tackling societal problems. This course aims to facilitate an in-depth understanding of how and why research and innovation is supported by local, regional and national governments and international organizations. The main research and innovation policy narratives, governance mechanisms and tensions among interests and values will be discussed. In this course, participants will acquire competences to analyze main concepts, actors and ideas in research and innovation policies and to undertake an independent research project in this policy field.

Examination topics

Weekly seminars involve reflexive discussions of readings and essay proposals, team work, data analysis, presentations and provision of feedback. Brief reflection papers (1 page) on course readings help to analyze texts and topics. Preparation of research essay is supported by discussion of essay proposal and providing feedback on essay presentation.

Reading list

In this course, the main academic publications and policy reports in research and innovation policy studies will be discussed with a particular focus on recent publications and ongoing debates. Selected readings include:
1. Bastow, S., Dunleavy, P. and Tinkler J. (2014) The Impact of the Social Sciences. How Academics and Their Research Make a Difference. London: SAGE.
2. Mazzucato, M. (2014) The Entrepreneurial State. Debunking Public vs. Private Sector Myths. London: Anthem Press.
3. Saxenian, A. (2006) The New Argonauts. Regional Advantage in a Global Economy. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press.
4. Wagner, C.S. (2008) The New Invisible College. Science for Development. Washington, DC: Brookings Institution Press.
Specific readings will be provided for each week.

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