Innovative Economics Teaching: Insights From Meredith Faculty

Melding teaching innovation with practical outcomes, Meredith College’s economics faculty left a lasting impression at the 22nd Annual Economics Teaching Workshop held this fall at UNC Wilmington. Professors Anne York and Elaine Liu took center stage at this regional event, crafted especially for those passionate about effective pedagogy in economics.

Anne York’s Approach to Enhanced Student Learning

Anne York, the distinguished Program Director and Professor of Economics, shared her pioneering redesign of the Principles of Microeconomics course. Her session, “Guiding Students Toward Better Study Habits Through Course Design,” captivated attendees with its focus on metacognitive strategies married to practical course elements. York embedded practices that promote retrieval strength through graded and ungraded assignments and introduced the innovative concept of pre-exam “cheat sheets.” These measures resulted in not just improved exam scores, but also fostered a robust metacognitive awareness among Meredith’s students.

Elaine Liu’s Engagement with Evidence-Based Teaching

While York’s presentation was the highlight, Elaine Liu also greatly contributed by actively participating in various evidence-based teaching sessions and networking opportunities. Liu, a beacon of academic engagement, brought back valuable insights that promise to enrich Meredith’s economics offerings, aligning closely with the ever-shifting educational landscape.

Transformational Pedagogy: Impact at Meredith College

The insights from this workshop are already making waves at Meredith College. These educational innovations are not merely for incremental improvements but aim to deeply transform how economics is taught and perceived. As stated in Meredith College, such continued engagement and adaptation ensure that economics remains engaging, relevant, and accessible.

For those interested in supporting or joining the transformative efforts in education at Meredith College, opportunities abound.

Let’s keep pioneering the future of economics education together!