Demonstrates a trade-off relationship between price inflation and unemployment known as the Phillips Curve. A method for teaching this relationship in college economics classes is presented. (AM)

Discusses the meaning and purpose of data-response questions in teaching economics on the secondary school level. Makes the case for using data-response material in the classroom and presents guidelines for using the material in ways which are meaningful to students. (Author/DB)

Discusses problems in teaching and learning economics. Describes students' perceptions of cost as a quality inherent in the product or the result of supply and demand in spite of training they may have received in economics. Urges teachers to help students develop economic understanding so that the students can use what they have been taught. (DK)

Topics for computer based materials for teaching economics are proposed. (DE)

Stating that exam preparation can be an effective way of consolidating basic economic principles, Adnett presents three examples that provide an alternative approach to briefing students on good examination technique. Methods include the supply-side case for easier exams, the case of the disappearing exam, and optimal allocation of exam time. (GEA)

Presents an economics terminology puzzle based on economic factors and vocabulary. Requires students to recall economic terms and subsequently apply these terms to economic concepts. Provides an answer key. (CFR)

Identifies seven types of case studies and explains how to design one. The author presents a case study for classroom use to illustrate the operation of forces of supply and demand in the housing market, and the effects of government policy. Available from: Economics Association, Room 340, Hamilton House, Mabledon Place, London, England WC1H 9BH,…

Discusses the uses of case studies in teaching economics, and considers the benefits of using case studies to illustrate economic analysis and to show relevance to social problems. Included is a case study on reasons for government intervention in agriculture. For journal availability, see SO 505 703. (Author)

Presents review questions concerning the Net Book Agreement for upper sixth year students preparing to take their Advanced Level examination in economics. Relates these questions to economic debates over price setting, governmental restrictions, and the relationship between the public interest and profitability. Suggests relative weight of…

Intended as an aid to college level economics teachers, this article traces the theoretical development of the accelerator principle, as applied to investment theory. It also reviews the many investment theories that have utilized the accelerator principle for empirical testing and summarizes some of their findings. (Author/RM)

Teaching an evening course in economics at an Adult Education Institute can be challenging. But it is very different from teaching economics in a college. Discusses adults' motives for studying economics, what economics should be taught, teaching methods, and ways to facilitate classroom discussion. (RM)

Describes how hypothetical data that is pictorially illustrated can be used to explain to secondary and college level students the basic concepts underlying two topics that are central to macro-economic analysis--the simple investment multiplier and credit creation in a multibank system. (RM)

Recounts how a new approach to teaching economics can be used with students who have an inadequate command of English. The approach emphasizes considerable repetition of subject matter, true/false questions, classification exercises, and filling in the blanks. (Author/DB)

Suggests that students create "mind maps" and wall charts to help them make and review economic connections. Recommends starting with a picture or question in the center, printing, using color, redrafting, and keeping the chart simple. Includes samples of charts produced by students. (DK)

This article describes an experiment in the use of television for teaching economics which was conducted at Leeds University in Great Britain in the period 1972-1975. A publication of the Economics Association, the journal is available from Business Manager, Economics Association, Room 340, Hamilton House, London, W.C.1H 9BH. (Author/RM)