The International Handbook on Teaching and Learning Economics provides a comprehensive resource for instructors and researchers in economics, both new and experienced. This wide-ranging collection is designed to enhance student learning by helping economic educators learn more about course...

We use a multi-factor asset pricing model to investigate whether fluctuations in industry stock returns are due to industry stock returns are due to industry-specific shocks or to monetary and other macroeconomic factors. We find that common factors explain a substantial portion of the variation...

The chapter attempts to provide economists who actively teach their discipline some suggested paths toward making the experience more palatable if not enjoyable for students. The authors emphasize three lessons. First, economics is a fascinating and rewarding discipline. Second, introductory...