Learning Outcomes for Economists
- (pp. 660-64)
Abstract
Articulating thoughtful learning outcome statements for courses and majors improves teaching and learning and satisfies accreditation requirements. After reading this paper, economists will be able to construct learning outcome statements that guide and enhance teaching and learning in their courses and programs. We present a framework for developing learning outcomes based on a set of five fundamental competencies in economics. We then provide another public good, offering a complete set of learning outcomes for an introductory microeconomics course, which instructors can include in their syllabi. For additional guidance, we construct examples of lesson-specific learning outcomes as well.Citation
Allgood, Sam, and Amanda Bayer. 2017. "Learning Outcomes for Economists." American Economic Review, 107 (5): 660-64. DOI: 10.1257/aer.p20171070Additional Materials
JEL Classification
- A11 Role of Economics; Role of Economists; Market for Economists
- A22 Economic Education and Teaching of Economics: Undergraduate
- I23 Higher Education; Research Institutions