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Game Theory -- thorough intro
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Date: October 30, 2009
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"The professor was entertaining and had numerous engaging real-world examples from the news for even the simplest strategy. I particularly enjoyed the emphasis on the tragic distinction between Nash Equilibria and Preto Optimums. More amazingly, despite the introductory nature, Dr. Stevens managed to include even cutting edge game theory directions such as evolutionary game theory.
The matrices were definitely a visual addition, though it may be awhile before the Great Courses quite reach teh whiz-bang graphics of a PBS special. In any event, I highly recommend it."
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SereneThought
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Interesting and Stimulating
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Date: September 9, 2009
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"I was happy to venture somewhat afield of my own interest in philosophy to read about what economists call “game theory.” The professor took essentially an aspect of economic theory to showcase how this discipline could apply to a great many fields, including sports, chess, human motivation, social behavior, evolution, politics, – any area in which the strategic considerations of deliberate or co-operative actions can be analyzed to achieve optimal results.
The professor was engaging, humorous at times, humble yet passionate about his subject. He brought in contemporary references to demonstrate different topics. I was able to follow along with what the he was saying in the use of mathematics and statistics to predict optimal gaming strategies. Someone who has a passion for mathematics and statistics could find this field very stimulating indeed!
The practicability of what is taught in these lectures could have a wide application in one’s life, especially in the realm of business! A lot depends on the premise of how other people act upon their own rational interests, which is an area which notoriously exhibits a lot of variability! Nevertheless, I enjoyed the lectures so much, that I felt that even if I could not find direct application in my field at the present, then there would certainly be a time in the future where I might. I also appreciated knowing a little of the line of work which occupied John Nash, the subject of the movie "A Beautiful Mind." This is a good introduction to instruction in economics and also to understanding strategies in dealing with other people."
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