Using Macroeconomic Indicators to Explore the Continent of Africa
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April 4, 2024Teaching Principles of Macroeconomics typically involves discussing data. Using data can move a classroom beyond the normal chalk-and-talk presentation of material. But data can also be a tool to expand students’ perspectives on the world outside their campus. In this paper we provide a guideline for a Principles of Macroeconomics project that applies basic macroeconomic data in a novel way by focusing on the continent of Africa. In small groups, students research an African country and develop a written document explaining the link between the country’s economic variables and the standard of living of its people. Students conclude their analysis by predicting the future economic direction of their country. We provide variations for this project and offer suggestions for how to implement it in both on ground and online modalities.
by Janet E. Scott and Brian O’Roark
Scott, J., & O’Roark, B. (2024). Using Macroeconomic Indicators to Explore the Continent of Africa. Journal of Economics Teaching, 9(3), 170-193. DOI: 10.58311/jeconteach/58f1e36a6392dfe381a0ed31fdd9cb032d7c833e
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