ED: L4 - The Human Development Index (HDI) (finals)

Life Expectancy Index (LEI)

it is the key metric for assessing population health. l Life expectancy is the measure of how long a person is expected to live.

note:

note: l Very High HDI - (0.80-1.0) l High HDI - (0.70-0.79) l Medium HDI - (0.55-0.69) l Low HDI - (0.54 and below)

factors affect life expectancy in a country

Significant factors in life expectancy include gender, genetics, access to health care, hygiene, diet and nutrition, exercise, lifestyle, and crime rates. Evidence-based studies indicate that longevity is based on two major factors, genetics and lifestyle choices.

measured by GNI per capita.

Standard of living

Mahbub Ul Haq

The Human Development Index (HDI) was developed by Pakistani economist _____________ and compiled by the United Nations; first published in 1990.

HDI Formula

The Human Development Index calculation involves multiple steps and formulas. It starts with calculating the index values: 1. Life Expectancy Index (LEI) 2. Education Index(EI) 3. Income Index (II). 4. Finally, HDI is the geometric mean of the three normalized indices.

The Human Development Index (HDI)

The computed ________ of a country is an average of indexes of each of the life aspects that are examined: knowledge and understanding, a long and healthy life, and an acceptable standard of living.

is to help the United Nations determine which countries (especially which least-developed countries) are most in need of assistance.

The fundamental purpose of the HDI:

Long and Healthy Life

0 when life expectancy is 20 and equal to 1 when life expectancy is 85.

Standard of living

1 when GNI per capita is $75,000 and equal to 0 when GNI per capita is $100.

Knowledge and understanding

15 mean years of schooling equals 1, and 18 years of expected schooling equals 1.

1. Long and Healthy Life 2. Access to Education 3. Decent Standard of Living

3 basic dimensions (indicators) of human development

The higher the HDI, the better.

A high HDI essentially means that the country in question offers a generally high standard of living, with decent healthcare, education, and opportunities to earn money.

life expectancy higher in developed countries

Generally, wealthier countries have a higher average life expectancy than poorer countries - achieved through higher standards of living, more effective health systems, and more resources invested in determinants of health (e.g. sanitation, housing, education).

Decent standard of living

It is measured by GNI per capita.

Access to Education

It is measured by expected years of schooling of children at school-entry age and mean years of schooling of the adult population.

measured by expected years of schooling of children at school-entry age and mean years of schooling of the adult population.

Knowledge and understanding

measured by life expectancy.

Long and Healthy Life

The Human Development Index (HDI)

is a summary measurement of basic achievement levels in human development.