Tag: education

Rethinking Economics Assessment for a Gen AI World: Highlights from the CTaLE EconTEAching seminar

December 19, 2025

Chair: Denise Hawkes (King’s Business School, Royal Economic Society Professional Development & Education Committee) Panellists: Prof.Emiliya Lazarova, University of East Anglia; Dr. Petar Stankov, Royal Holloway; Dr. Ioanna Papatsouma, Imperial College London On 26 November 2025, we hosted our latest EconTEA to mark the launch of the CTaLE–Royal Economic Society Report on Rethinking Economics Assessment … More Rethinking Economics Assessment for a Gen AI World: Highlights from the CTaLE EconTEAching seminar

TeachECONference2024 – Pedagogical Insights from other disciplines

September 11, 2024

The final session of the Teach Econference 2024 brought together a distinguished panel of educators to discuss innovative strategies for enhancing student engagement. The panel featured Flower Darby, Eric Brewe, and Deborah Gill, who shared their experiences and insights on effective pedagogical practices across various disciplines. Below is a summary of the key points and … More TeachECONference2024 – Pedagogical Insights from other disciplines

TeachECONference2024 – Innovative ways to teach difficult concepts

September 11, 2024

The fourth session of TeachECONference 2024 focused on innovative teaching methods designed to enhance student engagement and understanding. This session showcased creative approaches that educators have successfully implemented in their classrooms. Here’s a detailed summary of the key points and insights from this dynamic session.  Gamifying Macroeconomics with “Don’t Crash the Economy”  Theresa Alafita, Sarah … More TeachECONference2024 – Innovative ways to teach difficult concepts

TeachECONference 2024 – Using AI for Learning

September 11, 2024

In the third session of TeachECONference 2024, we explored the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education. This session featured presentations from experts, who shared their innovative approaches and findings on how AI can enhance learning and teaching. Here’s a summary of the key points and insights from the session.  Nazanin Khazra: Enhancing Courses … More TeachECONference 2024 – Using AI for Learning

TeachECONference 2024 – Optimizing Feedback to Engage Students

September 11, 2024

In the second session of TeachECONference 2024, the focus was on optimizing feedback to engage students—a crucial component of effective teaching. This session brought together researchers who shared their innovative approaches to feedback, aiming to enhance student engagement and performance.   The Impact of Performance Feedback on Students’ Study Habits and Grades  Margaret Leighton and Lavinia … More TeachECONference 2024 – Optimizing Feedback to Engage Students

TeachECONference 2024 – Collaborative Learning

September 11, 2024

This session delved into the fascinating world of collaborative learning, featuring insightful presentations from esteemed panellists. The session witnessed a rich tapestry of ideas, research findings, and practical applications aimed at enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes through collaborative methods.  Evelyn Nunes: Peer Assignments enhancing Student Engagement  Evelyn Nunes from Virginia Commonwealth University, soon to … More TeachECONference 2024 – Collaborative Learning

TeachECONference 2024 – Teaching the Teachers in Higher Education

September 11, 2024

TeachECONference 2024 kicked off with panel titled “Teaching the Teachers in Higher Education” featuring four distinguished panelists. The panelists explored how to improve teaching practices in economics and beyond, sharing insights from their diverse experiences.  Understanding Effective Teaching  The panel kicked off with an engaging discussion on the essentials of effective teaching. The panelists agreed … More TeachECONference 2024 – Teaching the Teachers in Higher Education