Advanced Microeconomics for the Critical Mind

The video introduces a course on advanced microeconomic theory, emphasizing a critical and interdisciplinary approach. It aims to address the frustrations students face by focusing on the assumptions and frameworks of microeconomics, rather than treating it solely as applied mathematics. The course seeks to connect microeconomics with other social and natural sciences, fostering new economic thinking and understanding the historical context and dissenting voices in the field.

What is a common frustration students face when studying microeconomics?

• Lack of practical examples

• Insufficient reading materials

• Too many group projects

• Overemphasis on applied mathematics

What does the course aim to introduce alongside standard technical machinery?

• Practical business applications

• Advanced statistical methods

• Critical perspective on assumptions

• Historical context of economic theories

What does the course explore regarding the existing microeconomic framework?

• Its impact on global trade

• The role of government policies

• The real intellectual stakes of adopting it

• Its application in modern technology

How does the course plan to treat microeconomics differently?

• By focusing solely on historical context

• By integrating it with social and natural sciences

• Through exclusive use of case studies

• As a branch of applied mathematics

What is one of the goals of the course in terms of teaching microeconomics?

• To reduce the number of lectures

• To limit the use of technology

• To focus on memorization of formulas

• To make it more interdisciplinary