Winter Term 2017/2018

Behavioural Economics

Irenaeus Wolff

Neoclassical economic models rest on the assumptions of rationality and selfishness. Behavioural economics investigates departures from these assumptions and develops alternative models. In this lecture, we will discuss in particular inconsistencies in intertemporal decisions, the role of reference points, and non‐selfish behaviour. We will analyze models that aim at a better description of actual human behaviour. In the tutorial, we will analyze the models in more detail and develop applications.

Dates:

Lecture: Mi 11:45-13:15 Uhr

Tutorial: Mo 13:30-15:00 Uhr biweekly

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Z-Tree

Urs Fischbacher, Fabian Dvorak & Konstantin von Hesler

will offer a short course in z-Tree from 26-28.02.2018.

About z-Tree:

z-Tree is a widely used software package for developing and carrying out economic experiments. The language used to define the experiments is simple and compact, meaning that experiments can be developed quickly, and programming experience is not necessary, though useful. z-Tree is flexible both with respect to the logic of interaction and the visual representation, allowing the simple programming of normal form games, extensive form games, double auctions, or clock auctions, for example.

Course Information:

There will be two sections offered, a beginner section (days 1 and 2) and an advanced section (day 3). As the name implies, the beginner section is intended for those just beginning with z-Tree, and the advanced section for those already experienced in programming with z-Tree. In the advanced section, we will also help to solve individual problems. So it is feasible to participate in both parts.

Course Outline

Registration:

Please send an email to Madeleine Hafner by January 15, 2017 with your name, email address and which section you wish to attend and your University or institute.

Thank you for understanding, that only 2 People of the same University can attend the course.

Schedule:

Beginner section: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, February 26 and February 27, 2018

Advanced section: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, February 28, 2018

Location:

The course will take place at the University of Konstanz in Konstanz, Germany.

Universität Konstanz
Universitätsstraße 10
D- 78464 Konstanz

Room: G 309

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