Economics Summer Institute
A 4-day intensive course focusing on foundational concepts in microeconomics and financial literacy, and equipping high school teachers to effectively communicate economic principles.
Sponsors
Dates & Location
June 5-8
UT Austin
Cost
Free
Breakfast, lunch, materials, and lodging stipend for out-of-town registrants provided
Credits
20 Hours
CPE Credit
Topics & Benefits
Economic Principles
New to teaching economics? Need a refresh? Learn key principles and fun ways to bring them to your class.
Financial Literacy
Financial markets, credit, risk, return, and of course, inflation aren’t just concerns for Wall Street. Learn their impact on you and your students.
Teaching Resources
Our local and national partners have innovative tools and resources you can use all year long to enhance the learning experience.
Networking
Meet with local teachers and leading economic educators. Share teaching tips and learn a few more! Join our opening day and farewell day happy hours.
Speakers
Morgan Ackley
Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas
Richard Alm
Southern Methodist University
Allan Carey
Sphere Program
W. Michael Cox
Southern Methodist University
Florencia Gabrielle
Emmanuel College
Matt Hill
Marginal Revolution University
Ninos Malek
De Anza College & San Jose State University
Dirk Mateer
University of Texas-Austin
Susanna McConnell
Foundation for Economic Freedom
Boris Nikolaev
Colorado State University