DEVELLREZ, DOMINIQUE DARYL C.

B395

FEATURES OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (PROBLEMS IN A DEVELOPING ECONOMY)

1. Secluded places are often less developed- Secluded places are highly sensitive to changes in infrastructure, accessibility,
and economic development due to their isolation.
Preventive
Problem Sensitivity Causes Effect Contengent Action Responsible Time frame
Measures
-Geographic -Economic -Emergency
-Economic stagnation -Government agencies
remoteness incentives assistance

-Limited -Social isolation to -Education and skill -Community -NGOs and aid
Secluded places
resources those secluded places development empowerment organization
are often less High Long-term
developed
-Private sector (investing
-Lack of in secluded places to
attention create employment an
opportunities)

2. Goods are not equally distributed/accessible - Unequal distribution of goods is highly sensitive to socioeconomic factors, governance structures,
and market dynamics within a community. Any changes in these factors can exacerbate or alleviate the problem.

Preventive
Problem Sensitivity Causes Effect Contengent Action Responsible Time frame
Measures
Socioeconomic - Policy - Emergency relief
- Social unrest - Government agencies
disparities interventions efforts
Goods are not Infrastructure - Social welfare - Community
equally - Health disparities - Private sector
High limitations programs outreach and - Long-term
distributed/acces
sible - Market - Economic
inefficiencies stagnation

3. Lower literacy rates- Lower literacy rates in an economy hinder social and economic development.

Preventive
Problem Sensitivity Causes Effect Contengent Action Responsible Time frame
Measures
- Poverty
Lower literacy - Promote inclusive - Remedial
High - Social inequality - Government -Medium-term
rates education education programs
Solution
Materials: Invest in infrastructure improvements to facilitate the transportation of materials to secluded areas.

Methods: Establish partnerships with universities and research institutions to adapt development methods to
secluded environments.

Machines: Establish community-owned or shared machinery initiatives to reduce costs and increase access to
equipment.

Measurement: Foster partnerships with local organizations and communities to collect qualitative data and
incorporate community perspectives into measurement efforts.

Environment: Promote community-based conservation efforts and sustainable land management practices to
protect fragile environments.

People: Foster inclusive decision-making processes that respect local cultures and traditions, and prioritize
community participation in development initiatives.
Solution
Materials: Provide subsidies or incentives for companies to transport materials to underserved areas at affordable
rates.

Methods: Implement demand-driven distribution strategies that tailor goods availability to the specific needs of
local populations.

Machines: Upgrade storage and transportation infrastructure to maintain the quality and integrity of goods during
distribution.

Measurement: Conduct regular surveys and assessments to gauge the impact of distribution initiatives on
improving access to goods.

Environment: Improve road and transportation infrastructure in remote areas to overcome geographical barriers to
goods distribution.

People: Implement policies and regulations to address income inequality and improve access to economic
opportunities for marginalized communities.
Solution
Materials: Expand access to digital resources such as providing internet connectivity, computers, and digital
learning platforms in schools and communities.

Methods: Revise curriculum, updating the curriculum content to align with national development goals, promote
critical thinking skills, and address the needs of diverse learners.

Machines: Invest in educational technology and equip schools with computers, tablets, and other educational tools,
and provide training on their use. Additionally, ensure the maintenance and support by establishing maintenance
schedules and provide technical support to ensure the functionality of equipment.

Measurement: Establish monitoring and evaluation frameworks such as implementing systems to monitor literacy
interventions, evaluate their effectiveness, and inform decision-making.

Environment: Improving the infrastructures and build schools, libraries, and educational facilities in remote and
underserved areas to reduce geographic barriers to education.

People: Provide adult literacy programs and parenting education to empower parents to support their children's
education.