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Experimental Economics Lab
The 麻豆视频Experimental Economics Lab conducts economics experiments studying how real people make real decisions in controlled-decision environments that are difficult to produce outside of a 鈥渓ab鈥�.
If you鈥檙e an 麻豆视频student we highly encourage you to participate in economics experiments -- you will be paid based on the decisions you make and for your participation. It鈥檚 a great way to earn spending money while helping research at SFU! No knowledge of economics is necessary.
NOTE: Most experiments take place online, but some take place in WMC 2653 (unless otherwise noted when you sign up).
Questions?
E-mail us at econexp@sfu.ca
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do economists run lab experiments?
Economists use experiments to understand how real people make decisions in controlled circumstances that are difficult to achieve in natural settings.
What is it like to participate in an economics?
You will be asked to make one or more rounds of decisions. There are no right or wrong decisions, but you will be paid based on the decisions that you make. Before an experiment begins, the experimenter will explain how you make decisions and how your monetary payment will result from them.
How much will I be paid for participating in an experiment?
Total compensation depends on the experiment, on your decisions (and possibly those of other participants), and possibly an element of risk.
Payments will be on top of a minimum 鈥減articipation payment鈥� of $7 just for arriving on time and participating in an experiment.
Can I participate in economics experiments at SFU?
Yes 鈥� any 麻豆视频student is eligible to sign up to the , which allows you to participate in economics experiments.
Where is the 麻豆视频experimental economics lab located?
West Mall Centre (WMC) 2653, 麻豆视频Burnaby Campus.