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Bos, Theodore; Culver, Sarah E. – Journal of Economic Education, 2000
Describes the Economagic Web site, a comprehensive site of free economic time-series data that can be used for research and instruction. Explains that it contains 100,000+ economic data series from sources such as the Federal Reserve Banking System, the Census Bureau, and the Department of Commerce. (CMK)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Course Content, Data, Economics
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Peterson, Kenneth D., Jr. – Journal of Economic Education, 2000
Focuses on the computer-based mapping tool called a geographic information system (GIS) that presents variations in economic indicators in thematic maps. Discusses thematic mapping benefits for students. Provides examples of thematic mapping in economics courses, addresses hardware and software requirements, and explains the process of creating…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Course Content, Economic Development, Economics
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Agarwal, Rajshree; Day, A. Edward – Journal of Economic Education, 2000
Presents a Web site that utilizes the Learning-by-Objective (LBO) model that integrates Internet tools for knowledge transmission, communication, and assessment of learning. Explains that the LBO model has been used in creating micro and macroeconomic course Web sites with WebCT software. (CMK)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Course Content, Economics, Economics Education
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Motahar, Eshragh – Journal of Economic Education, 1994
Reports on the use of Microsim, a computer simulation, to teach an introductory college statistics/econometrics course. Reports enhanced student involvement, improved student achievement, and positive student attitudes toward the course as a result of using the simulation. (CFR)
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Software, Computer Uses in Education, Course Content
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Chizmar, John F.; Walbert, Mark S. – Journal of Economic Education, 1999
Describes the preparation and execution of a statistics course, an undergraduate econometrics course, and a microeconomic theory course that all utilize Internet technology. Reviews seven principles of teaching practice in order to demonstrate how to enhance the quality of student learning using Web technologies. Includes reactions by Steve Hurd…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Computer Uses in Education, Course Content, Economics Education
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McCain, Roger A. – Journal of Economic Education, 2000
Discusses an electronic textbook called "Essential Principles of Economics." Explains that economic concepts are found by following links from the table of contents, while each chapter includes both expository information and interactive material including online multiple-choice drill questions. States that the textbook is a "work…
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Course Content, Economics, Economics Education
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Lage, Maureen J.; Platt, Glenn – Journal of Economic Education, 2000
Describes a Web site that is for an undergraduate principles of microeconomics course and a main component of "The Inverted Classroom" in which lectures take place outside of class. Explains that the Web site is divided into four sections: (1) the classroom; (2) the desk; (3) the coffee shop; and (4) the library. (CMK)
Descriptors: Computer Uses in Education, Course Content, Economics, Economics Education
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Bernard, John C.; Schulze, William – Journal of Economic Education, 2000
Describes a computerized English-auction experiment that helps students to understand marginal cost and its interrelationships with supply and the efficiency of competitive markets. Explains that the English auction is in a market where there are many sellers (students) and one buyer (computer). States that this exercise offers a good introduction…
Descriptors: College Freshmen, Computer Uses in Education, Course Content, Discussion (Teaching Technique)