Teaching

Mathematical Methods for Economic Theory(Undergraduate), Nankai, 2024-

This course is primarily based on Martin Osborne’s online course at https://mjo.osborne.economics.utoronto.ca/index.php/tutorial/index/1/toc. Additionally, we incorporate intuitive explanations of linear algebra from 3Blue1Brown, widely available on various online platforms. The main aim of the course is to lead students through a review of calculus and linear algebra, followed by familiarizing them with optimization techniques crucial for economic analysis. If time allows, we will also cover difference and differential equations.

Advanced Microeconomic Theory (Graduate), Nankai, 2019-

This course is co-lectured with Professor Junqing Li. In my portion, I cover externalities, markets with asymmetric information, and mechanism design. Our teaching is grounded in the book Microeconomic Theory by Mas-Colell, Whinston, and Green. The objectives of this course are threefold: 1. Introduce students to classical models and results. 2. Equip students with the ability to analyze scenarios using these frameworks. 3. Encourage students to critically assess the rationale behind modeling decisions, solution concepts, and analytical methods.

Economics of Networks (Graduate), Nankai, 2020-

The first half of this course introduces students to the scope of studies within the economics of networks, fundamental concepts in this field, and key models in network games and network formation. In the second half of the course, students engage in presentations on academic papers and participate in class discussions.

Game Theory (Graduate), Nankai, 2021-2024

The primary textbook for this course is Game Theory by Drew Fudenberg and Jean Tirole (MIT Press, 1991). The main objectives of the course are: 1. To help students develop a solid understanding of how to model strategic interactions using game theory, gain a precise grasp of various solution concepts, and learn how to select appropriate solution concepts for different scenarios. 2. To guide students through the analysis of classical models in game theory.