Degree Program:  MA - Economics

Goal 4:  The student will be able to communicate economic concepts effectively.
 

Fair

Did Not Meet Expectations
Limited Accomplishment



1  2  3

Good

Met Expectations
Some Problems
Needs Improvement




4  5  6

Exemplary

Met Expectations
Considerable Expertise Shown
With Project

7  8  9

Measures

Direct or indirect measurements and/or measurement links

Score

Assessment assigned to learning objective

Describe the historical underpinnings of modern economic theory

Superficial understanding of the role of historical basis of economics in modern theory.

Understanding of the evolution of economic theory is somewhat shallow and rote. Unable to draw many inferences between history of economic thought and modern theory.

Clearly articulates the development of economic thought, with understanding of the cumulative nature of modern theory

Assignments in ECON 7330

Present results of empirical analysis and their implications

Connection between research question, methodology and results is poorly communicated. Presentation has grammatical errors, is poorly organized.

Research question, methodology, results are fairly clear. Presentation is, for the most part, appropriate and accurate.

Clearly articulate research question, methodology and results. Well-organized presentation includes appropriate exposition, grammar, presentation skills.

Project/exams in ECON 7810

Demonstrate ability to synthesize modern economic micro and macro theory to address real-world issues.

Has little ability in moving from abstract to concrete. Inaccurately applies models to real-world problems.

Has some difficulty in drawing connections between applications and relevant theory.

Is accomplished at applying theory to real-world situations. Accurately recognizes the relevant underlying theory when presented with concrete problems.

Exams and problems in ECON 7310 and 7320; comprehensive exam

Create a well-organized paper on a relevant economic topic.

Paper is poorly organized/topic is uninteresting/analysis is weak. Discipline-specific standards are lacking.

Paper is somewhat weak in organization/presentation. Topic is somewhat interesting.

Well-constructed paper that is accurate and on point. Follows accepted standards of the discipline with respect to organization and presentation

ECON 7330/7810