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Everyday Economics

Offered By: Marginal Revolution University

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Economics Courses Globalization Courses Innovation Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the fundamental concepts of economics and their real-world applications in this comprehensive course. Delve into globalization, technological advancement, and their impacts on society with Ian Bremmer and Tyler Cowen. Examine American culture, innovation, and social trends through Tyler Cowen's insightful analysis. Gain a deeper understanding of trade, prosperity, and the division of labor with Don Boudreaux's engaging lectures. Investigate China's economic trajectory, the hidden costs of pollution, and the intersection of economics with everyday life. Through diverse topics and expert perspectives, develop a nuanced view of how economic principles shape our world and influence global dynamics.

Syllabus

1. Ian Bremmer and Tyler Cowen on Globalization and Robots

Avengers: The Story of Globalization

Creative Destruction: Technology and Trade

Are There Winners and Losers of Globalization?

Globalization: What About Inequality? (Coming Soon)

Globalization: What About the Environment? (Coming Soon)

Globalization: What About Sweatshops? (Coming Soon)

2. Tyler Cowen on American Culture and Innovation

The Complacent Class

The New Era of Segregation

American Stasis

The Missing Men

The Great Reset

3. Don Boudreaux on Trade and Prosperity

The Hockey Stick of Human Prosperity

Division of Labor: Burgers and Ships

How the Division of Knowledge Saved My Son's Life

Comparative Advantage and the Tragedy of Tasmania

An Orgy of Innovation

Are We Better Off If We Buy Local?

Fair Trade: Does It Help Poor Workers?

4. Tyler Cowen on...

The Rise and Fall of the Chinese Economy

5. Alex Tabarrok on...

The Hidden Cost of Pollution

6. Various Topics

Economist's Christmas


Taught by

Tyler Cowen, Alex Tabarrok, Don Boudreaux, Ian Bremmer

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