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Direct linkMcCoy, James P.; Milkman, Martin I. – Journal of Economic Education, 2006
In this study, the authors update a previous study of terminal master's degree in economics programs to determine whether changes in the inputs or the desired outcomes of master's degree programs have occurred during the decade between the two studies. There are now fewer programs, and there has been a reduction in rigor in terms of degree…
Descriptors: Degree Requirements, Masters Degrees, Economics Education, Graduate Study
Peer reviewedBrowne, M. Neil; And Others – Journal of Economic Education, 1995
Reports on a study of faculty perceptions of critical thinking instruction in 6 disciplines in 39 higher education institutions. Finds that graduate programs in economics teach a different form of problem solving. Recommends that critical thinking skills be given priority in academic programs. (CFR)
Descriptors: Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Economics, Economics Education
Peer reviewedPeart, Sandra J. – Journal of Economic Education, 1994
Contends that there is widespread concern that graduate programs in economics do not train students adequately to do economics. Reports that little emphasis is placed on problem-solving skills or creativity. (CFR)
Descriptors: Creativity, Curriculum Design, Economics, Economics Education
