This paper refines, develops and applies input-output decomposition analysis: first, by putting it in an unique intercountry perspective; second, by concentrating on explaining income growth; and third, by systematically separating the effects of trade pattern changes from the effects of...

In this paper, we develop a model of technology adoption and economic growth in which households optimally obtain either a concept-based, general' education or a skill-specific, vocational' education. General education is more costly to obtain, but enables workers to operate new technologies...

In this paper, we develop a model of technology adoption and economic growth in which households optimally obtain either a concept-based, general' education or a skill-specific, vocational' education. General education is more costly to obtain, but enables workers to operate new technologies...