Article:
Dannhauser, C.D. (2017). The impact of innovation: Evidence from corporate bond exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Journal of Financial Economics, 125(3), 537-560.
Instructions:
This discussion paper is intended to be an opportunity for you to develop your ability to identify, synthesize, and critique information you were assigned to read this week. You are also expected to effectively utilize the mechanics of writing to clearly convey your thoughts.
After reading the above listed article and conducting additional research, you will write up your impression of the reading according to the following four-point structure:
Brief summary
What ideas stood out to you as relating to the other material discussed in class and presented in the book?
What is the significance of these ideas to you?
Do you think this article increases our understanding of financial markets/institutions and if so, how?
I will not accept that this article increases our understanding because it “will help us prevent another financial crisis” or anything to that affect. There must be more thought involved in how the topics covered in the paper increases your understanding.
Please note: For those ideas that stood out to you, conduct further research and discuss how that particular topic furthers your understanding. The expectation is that you research and incorporate materials not covered in this class. Reference at least two additional academic articles in your discussion paper. This is essential for an “A” grade. If no other resources are cited and incorporated, then the maximum grade that can be earned is a “B”.
Utilize the UNT Library to find additional academic articles
See the syllabus for more information. There is also a rubric below that you should follow as you structure and write your discussion paper.
Discussion papers will be no more than two pages long (single spaced, 12 point type in Times New Roman, 1 inch margins). Citations from readings are essential for an A grade (APA style is preferred). Works cited or reference page will not count toward the length requirement.
Objectives:
Identify main ideas and key results
Demonstrate your understanding of those ideas and results
Use terminology, concepts, and theory presented in class materials
Articulate the relevance of the academic study to the existing body of literature (i.e. other academic studies)
Explain how the paper improves your understanding of how financial markets and/or institutions operate in the context of the economy