Publisher's Synopsis
Discover how the dynamic world of economics influences our daily lives, society, political decisions and environmental concerns. This thirteenth edition of Economics by David Begg, Gianluigi Vernasca, Eric Golson and Bridget Kauma, supports students understanding of economics by blending foundational principles with contemporary issues and applications. Covering the latest economic topics, such as the global implications of war, the effects of macro-inflation and the role of AI in the labour market this new edition provides a thorough and insightful exploration that fosters critical thinking and informed decision-making. Perfect for anyone looking to deepen their economic knowledge and apply it effectively.
Key Features:
•Up to date insights: Fully updated chapters, including new material on AI, the continued impact of COVID-19 on consumer’s confidence and expanded material on climate change.
•Engaging pedagogy: Across each chapter, theory is met with topical case studies, boxes on economic concepts and activity applications, showcasing the relevance and application of the material.
•Flexible learning: Economics is written with the reader in mind to allows students to learn at their own pace. End of chapter questions are graded by difficulty and math boxes are optional for technical ability to be scaffolded.
•Expert authors: Written by renowned economists with extensive experience in academia and practice.
•Digital material: A wealth of online resources including adaptive learning technology, application-based activities, graphing and maths prep, question banks and a full suite of instructor resources.