Tal Gross

Tal Gross, a Professor at Boston University and a Fellow at the National Bureau of Economic Research, discusses innovative teaching techniques in health economics. He shares insights from his book, 'Better Health Economics,' emphasizing the importance of active learning over traditional lectures. The conversation dives into the impact of distractions on productivity and offers strategies for decision-making. Additionally, Gross highlights how simple actions, like providing cookies, can improve student evaluations and explores effective writing as a tool for clarity in teaching.