Thinking Like an Economist
Learn how economists use models to understand the world.
Step 1. Download Study Guide
Principles of Economics 101 | Study Guide for Foundational Economics
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Starting with the foundations of Microeconomics and Macroeconomics before diving into the complex worlds of Econometrics, Game Theory, and Behavioral Economics, you will learn how supply and demand curves actually function, why central banks manipulate interest rates, and how mathematical models predict human behavior.
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Economics 101: Download Presentation
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4: Kahoot Quiz Review of Foundational Economics
Gamified Reading & Reviewing
Interactive Linear Production Possibilities Frontier
An economy can produce either Cars or Computers, and its production possibilities frontier (PPF)
How to Read Economic Charts
Interactive Guide
Linear PPF (Cars vs Computers)
Deep Dive Review
Review: Linear Production Possibilities Frontier (PPF)
https://create.kahoot.it/details/66fb8509-8f1c-4512-8492-3c896de70301
Knowledge Check
Graphing a Demand Curve from a Demand Schedule, and How to Read a Demand Graph
