Publication: Journal of Economic Education
Volume: Volume 33, No. 2
Issue: Spring 2002
Pages: 180-191
Author(s): J. Lon Carlson (Illinois State University), Raymond L. Cohn (Illinois State University), and David D. Ramsey (Illinois State University)
Address (Principal Author):J. Lon Carlson
Department of Economics
Illinois State University
Campus Box 4200
Normal, IL 61790-4200
Phone: (309) 438-8528
Fax: (309) 438-5228
Internet Address (Principal Author): lcarlson@ilstu.edu
Title: Implementing Hansen's Proficiencies
Abstract: The authors describe the framework their department adopted to incorporate Hansen's (1986) proficiencies into the curriculum. Major changes include the identification of tools students should be able to use to complete specific activities, significant changes in prerequisites for upper-division courses, and the development of a capstone experience.
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