We have developed a computerized version of Charles Holt's classical market game that can be used even in classes with a large audience. The Pit market game gives students intuitive access to the interaction of supply and demand in real-world markets. Even though trade can take place at non-uniform prices in the classroom game, the average price and the quantity traded are usually very close to the equilibrium values predicted by supply and demand curves. The classroom game can also be used for a lively discussion about the eciency of markets or to show the consequences of taxes and regulatory interventions.

This course will introduce you to the world of spatial data handling using cutting-edge open-source software! Say goodbye to dusty old tables and say hello to interactive maps that will shout out the story you are trying to sell. The integration of computerized maps and the information management tools of a spreadsheet has revolutionized various fields and is now widely used across multiple industries. The course focuses on using geocoded data in economics, covering topics such as acquiring, managing, and transforming spatial data. The course is hands-on, with exercises and readings to give students a comprehensive understanding of the use of spatial data use in economics. The course is based on QGIS. Rudimentary knowledge of R is helpful but not necessarily needed. A warning upfront handling geo-coded data can be addictive and is fun