How to Teach Economics

Economics teachers often work alone or in small departments, which can lead to limited planning and collaboration. This book aims to provide a short-cut to trial-and-error approach by looking at the latest cognitive science research on how pupils learn and implementing it in economics lessons. It is packed with practical examples of how research can be implemented in explanations, misconceptions, assessment, curriculum, and more.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 140 pages
Publication date: 25 March 2022
Publisher: John Catt Educational Ltd

Economics teachers often work alone or in small departments, which can lead to the necessity of planning lessons from scratch with limited opportunities for shared planning or collaboration. Despite the increasing emphasis on research-informed teaching in Economics, there remains a challenge in effectively applying this knowledge, particularly when teachers have received limited training in this area. As a result, teachers may resort to a trial-and-error approach, attempting to incorporate generic teaching and learning tips into their economics lessons. Each explanation is planned individually, with teachers only gaining insights into common misconceptions through the experience of witnessing puzzled expressions on multiple students' faces over the years. This book seeks to transform this approach. By examining the latest cognitive science research on how pupils learn and highlighting how this knowledge can be effectively implemented in economics lessons, this book offers a shortcut to the trial-and-error method. While the book summarizes the research findings on pupil learning, it is primarily a 'doing book.' It is packed with practical examples of how research can be incorporated into Economics lessons, covering areas such as explanations, misconceptions, assessment, curriculum, and more. By leveraging the insights from cognitive science, teachers can enhance their teaching strategies and provide students with a more effective and engaging learning experience in Economics.

Weight: 300g
Dimension: 210 x 148 x 7 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915261052