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Microeconomics

One of the two main studies of economics, Microeconomics focuses on the behavior of individual consumers or households. Microeconomics is the opposite of Macroeconomics. These economics articles, working papers, and problems will help you develop a better understanding of the field.
Investopedia - Microeconomics Definition
A definition of microeconomics by Investopedia. Includes several links for more information.
Lectures - Microeconomic Resources and Powerpoint Slides
A collection of powerpoint slides about microeconomics and macroeconomics. A lot of detailed information in an easy to digest, powerpoint format.
Problems in Microeconomics
A set of practice problems for student and faculty involved in microeconomics courses written by Byron W. Brown, Professor of Economics at Michigan State University. An excellent site for learning and teaching microeconomics.
What's the difference between macro and microeconomics?
A detailed answer from Yahoo finance about the difference between microeconomics and macroeconomics.
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