Teaching economics : more alternatives to chalk and talk

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Author:

Becker, William E.

ISBN:

9781843766230

9781847200396

Publication Information:

Cheltenham, UK ; Northampton, MA : Edward Elgar, c2006.

Physical Description:

xiv, 225 p. ; 24 cm.

Contents:

Restoring fun to game theory / Avinash Dixit -- Using classroom experiments to teach economics / Denise Hazlett -- The evolution of cooperative learning and economics instruction / Robin L. Bartlett -- Using the case method in the economics classroom / John A. Carlson, Ann Velenchik -- Using active learning techniques in large lecture classes / Stephen Buckles, Gail Mitchell Hoyt -- The macroeconomics principles course: what should be done? / Peter E. Kennedy -- Using the internet and computer technology to teach economics / Kim Sosin, William L. Goffe -- Teaching and learning economics at a distance / Martin Shanahan, George Bredon -- Team term papers and presentations / Michael Watts -- Using Nobel laureates in economics to teach quantitative methods / William E. Becker and William H. Greene -- Assessment of student learning in economics / William B. Walstad.

Abstract:

"This sequel to the 1998 Teaching Economics to Undergraduates: Alternatives to Chalk and Talk provides more alternatives to the lecture and chalkboard approach that dominates university economics teaching. Distinguished contributing authors provide a wide range of innovative teaching techniques and examples aimed at more effectively engaging undergraduates in the learning of economics. New topics covered in this volume include game theory, using active learning techniques in large classes, a streamlined content agenda for macroeconomic principles, distance learning, and assessment of student learning."

"Teaching Economics is an invaluable and practical tool for teachers of economics, administrators responsible for undergraduate instruction and graduate students who are just beginning to teach. Each chapter includes specific teaching tips for classroom implementation and summary lists of do's and don'ts for instructors who are thinking of moving beyond the lecture method of traditional chalk and talk."--BOOK JACKET.

Subject Term:

Economics -- Study and teaching (Higher)

Added Author:

Becker, William E.

Becker, Suzanne R., 1946-

Watts, Michael W.

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This fascinating sequel to the 1998 Teaching Economics to Undergraduates provides more alternatives to the lecture and chalkboard approach that dominates university economics teaching. Distinguished contributing authors provide a wide range of innovative teaching techniques and examples aimed at more effectively engaging undergraduates in the learning of economics.

New topics covered in this volume include game theory, using active learning techniques in large classes, a streamlined content agenda for macroeconomic principles, distance learning, and assessment of student learning. Other chapters revisit topics from the first volume, though often from different perspectives or with new approaches provided by different authors. Topics covered in these chapters include cooperative learning techniques, using technology in the classroom (including dozens of websites), bringing the work of the Nobel Laureates into undergraduate classes, and teaching with experimental economics, case studies, or team writing assignments and presentations.

Teaching Economics is an invaluable and practical tool for teachers of economics, administrators responsible for undergraduate instruction and graduate students who are just beginning to teach. Each chapter includes specific teaching tips for classroom implementation and summary lists of dos and don'ts for instructors who are thinking of moving beyond the lecture method of traditional chalk and talk.