INSTRUCTION: In the face of globalization, Caribbean Economies are increasingly required to become competitive. There are several areas that must be given priority to achieve this goal. These include training, education, and technology. Conduct research to answer the following questions:
A. The challenges that have been faced by the HIGHER EDUCATIONAL systems in the Caribbean over the last decade. (20 marks)
B. The impact of these challenges on the regions quest for Economic Growth Development? (15 marks)
C. Responses of Caribbean Governments to the challenges identified? (15 marks)
2021/2022- Semester 1
Caribbean Economic Development
RUBRIC
1. BACKGROUND
Under this heading students are required to provide a general overview of the Higher
Education System in the Caribbean. (10 marks)
2. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY
Under this section students are expected to provide a brief description of the objectives of
the study (5 marks)
3. METHODOLOGY
Students are required to outline the methods or instruments used in carrying out the
research assignment. Students should indicate the rationale for selecting the methods.
Students may choose from among the following:
i. Questionnaire
ii. Formal or informal interview
iii. Articles, Journals and other on-line sources
iv. Any other relevant method. [If questionnaire is used, please provide a copy] (5 marks)
4. FINDINGS (50 marks)
5. FORMATING
6. REFERENCING APA 7th. ed. Referencing format (10 marks)
APA 7th. ed. Writing format (10 marks)
TOTAL MARKS (70 marks)
