Written in an informal colloquial style, this student-friendly "Principles of Microeconomics" textbook does not sacrifice intellectual depth in its quest for accessibility. The author's primary concern is to instil 'economic sensibility' in the student. Colander emphasizes the intellectual and historical context to which the economic models are applied. Distinguishing features found within Colander's text are: cutting edge and modern colloquial style; narrative focus on policy; emphasis on the importance of institutions and history; and focus on Modeling - Economics is a method of reasoning, not truths. It presents an alternative perspectives in Economics.
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David Colander is the Christian A. Johnson Distinguished Professor of Economics at Middlebury College. He has authored, coauthored, or edited over 40 books and over 150 articles on a wide range of economic topics.
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I am very disappointed in this text. Am using it at a jr college for intro micro (also using same author for intro macro). The material is presented in a confusing way, often omitting important details, and I find the author's "conversational" tone to be condescending... especially when making references to "those of you who just don't get math" and similar phrases to the student... I bought and use Mankiw's texts to quickly and accurately learn the material taught in both of my classes, and only refer to Colander's texts to ensure I'm studying the corresponding Mankiw chapters for upcoming exams. I'm easily achieving 100% on graded Aplia assignments and averaging 95% on all exams so far in both classes, thanks to Mankiw's clear, precise, and accurate texts. Meanwhile, my classmates who are using only Colander's texts are really struggling to learn the material needed to be successful in both classes (micro & macro). I do not understand the popularity of this author - Mankiw's my author of choice to achieve an easy, excellent grade while actually learning the course material.
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I am struggling in my economics class. The professor recommended I purchase and use this study guide when I asked for advice on how I can grasp the material we are covering better.
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United States, Web Note, Saudi Arabia, Social Security, Big Macs, European Union, Standard Oil, World War, New York City, Adam Smith, World Trade Organization, Sherman Act, Soviet Union, Baby Bells, Sherman Antitrust Act, Supreme Court, Bureau of the Census, General Agreement, Industrial Revolution, World Bank, Bill Gates, Census Bureau, Hong Kong, Karl Marx, Resources Devoted New!
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- The Wealth of Nations (Bantam Classics) by Adam Smith on 7 pages
- Theory of Moral Sentiments (Great Books in Philosophy) by Adam Smith on page 20, page 456, and Back Matter
- Occupational Outlook Handbook by U S Dept of Labor on page 65, and page 373
- Occupational Outlook Handbook 2002-2003 (Occupational Outlook Handbook (Jist Works)) by Us Department of Labor on page 65, and page 373
- North American Industry Classification System by United States on page 286, and Back Matter
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