Alex Tabarrok

Alex Tabarrok is Bartley J. Madden Chair in Economics at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University and director of research for The Independent Institute. He is the co-author with Tyler Cowen of the popular economics blog MarginalRevolution and co-founder of the online educational platform Marginal Revolution University. He is the author of the recent e-book Launching the Innovation Renaissance (TED books) and Modern Principles of Economics, a leading principles of economics textbook (with Tyler Cowen).

More info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_Tabarrok

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Blockchain Transformations of Financial Services (Coursera)

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Explore the future of finance with our 'Blockchain Transformations of Financial Services' course on Coursera. Dive into how blockchain is transforming the global financial system by eliminating inefficiencies and offering new ways to create and manage value. This course will equip you with a deep understanding of decentralized finance, smart contracts, and their impact on banking and financial services.

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Dive into the world of Development Economics with MRUniversity's comprehensive course. Explore the fundamental question that has puzzled economists since Adam Smith: Why are some countries rich and others poor? Gain insights into economic theories, policies, and practices aimed at promoting sustainable development and reducing global inequality.

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Economics Trade Property Rights

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Economics of the Media (MRUniversity)

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Dive into the world of media economics with our expert-led course. Understand the inner workings of media companies, explore the types of content they produce, and discover the strategies behind their profitability. Perfect for anyone interested in the business side of journalism, broadcasting, and digital platforms.

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Media Economics

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The Eurozone Crisis (MRUniversity)

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Dive into the heart of one of today's most critical global issues - The Eurozone Crisis. This free mini-course unravels the intricate web of European Union institutions and delves deep into the underlying economics that have led to this financial turmoil. Learn about the potential future of the EU and the Euro currency.

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Great Economists: Classical Economics and its Forerunners (MRUniversity)

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Embark on a journey through time as you explore the evolution of economic thought with our Great Economists course. From the ancient philosophers to the dawn of the Marginal Revolution in the 1870s, this course offers an in-depth look at how classical economics was shaped by its forerunners. Each chapter features a video dedicated to Adam Smith's seminal work 'The Wealth of Nations', providing you with a thorough understanding of the principles that form the bedrock of modern economic theory.

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