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An Economics Syllabus, Without the Math!

The field of economics has generated powerful insights which have fundamentally shaped the our world, but its emphasis on mathematics can cloud key concepts in complexity. Economics for Everyone (E4E) sets aside the math to help students everywhere think like economists and understand how economic thinking can make the world a better place.
Micro Syllabus

Based on the Breakthrough Course by List & Levitt

Professors John List & Steve Levitt set out to design an accessible, engaging curriculum to introduce the principles of economics to students at The University of Chicago. The response was overwhelming, and Economics for Everyone was launched with a mission to make economics available to everyone, everywhere—with immersive online videos, explainers, resources, and more.
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Presented by Leading UChicago Economists

The University of Chicago is widely regarded as a leader in the field of economics, with an unparalleled 35 University affiliated Nobel laureates across a range of world-changing insights and ideas. E4E has engaged UChicago professors and researchers in a variety of fields to share their passion for economics and make the material informative and approachable for everyone.
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Watch as John List Explains How to Think Like an Economist

Is social media really free? Is college worth it? How long should you study for? Well, since economics is all about choices, thinking like an economist may help you with these questions. When we make decisions, we are making comparisons between alternatives. What opportunity are you giving up? In this lesson, Professor List walks you through thinking on the margin so you can approach decision making like an economist.Enjoy this video and others from our microeconomic curriculum! They may just change how you go about everyday decisions in your life, and how you think about decisions made by others.
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Speed round! Key concepts in 60 seconds or less

Short on time? Brush up on key concepts in economics in 60s or less.

Consumer Surplus

00:21

Game Theory

00:33

Discrimination

00:42

What is Economics?

00:18

Opportunity Cost

00:32

Marginal Thinking

00:23

Externalities

00:28

Optimization, Equilibrium, Empiricism

00:27

Price Taker vs Price Maker

00:44

Empiricism and Economic Methods

00:50

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Our videos and resources are great for students and educators! Use them on their own or to support your courses. We are developing additional educator resources and are always eager to connect with teachers interested in bringing our resources into the classroom. Be sure to reach out to learn more.
Micro Syllabus

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