Econometrics as an Academic Discipline in Higher Education: An Exploratory Study of the Need, Relevance and Significance

Econometrics is a young science. It developed during the twentieth century in the mid-1930’s, primarily after the World War II. Econometrics is the unification of statistical analysis, economic theory and mathematics. The history of econometrics can be traced to the use of statistical and mathematics analysis in economics. The most prominent contributions during the initial period can be seen in the works of Tinbergen and Frisch, and also that of Haavelmo in the 1940's through the mid 1950's. Right from the rudimentary application of statistics to economic data, like the use of laws of error through the development of least squares by Legendre, Laplace, and Gauss, the discipline of econometrics has later on witnessed the applied works done by Edge worth and Mitchell. A very significant mile stone in its evolution has been the work of Tinbergen, Frisch, and Haavelmo in their development of multiple regression and correlation analysis. They used these techniques to test different economic theories using time series data. In spite of the fact that some predictions based on econometric methodology might have gone wrong, the sound scientific nature of the discipline cannot be ignored by anyone. This is reflected in the economic rationale underlying any econometric model, statistical and mathematical reasoning for the various inferences drawn etc. The relevance of econometrics as an academic discipline assumes high significance in the above context. Because of the inter-disciplinary nature of econometrics (which is a unification of Economics, Statistics and Mathematics), the subject can be taught at all these broad areas, not-withstanding the fact that most often Economics students alone are offered this subject as those of other disciplines might not have adequate Economics background to understand the subject. In fact, even for technical courses (like Engineering), business management courses (like MBA), professional accountancy courses etc. econometrics is quite relevant. More relevant is the case of research students of various social sciences, commerce and management. In the ongoing scenario of globalization and economic deregulation, there is the need to give added thrust to the academic discipline of econometrics in higher education, across various social science streams, commerce, management, professional accountancy etc. Accordingly, the analytical ability of the students can be sharpened and their ability to look into the socio-economic problems with a mathematical approach can be improved, and enabling them to derive scientific inferences and solutions to such problems. The utmost significance of hands-own practical training on the use of computer-based econometric packages, especially at the post-graduate and research levels need to be pointed out here. Mere learning of the econometric methodology or the underlying theories alone would not have much practical utility for the students in their future career, whether in academics, industry, or in practice This paper seeks to trace the historical development of econometrics and study the current status of econometrics as an academic discipline in higher education. Besides, the paper looks into the problems faced by the teachers in teaching econometrics, and those of students in learning the subject including effective application of the methodology in real life situations. Accordingly, the paper offers some meaningful suggestions for effective teaching of econometrics in higher education

Variety in Chemistry Education / Physics Higher Education Conference 2016 abstract submission.

Abstract submission form. More information available on conference website.

The instrumentality of the portfolios in the teach-learning process: study with higher education Portuguese teachers

In a time when higher education come for deep changes and if intends an education more centered in the pupil, the teach-learning portfolios appears as a tool to use, because versatile and with innumerable potentialities. This article reveals the results gotten with higher education teachers, who we looked for to know if these appeal in use the teach-learning portfolios, in the curricular units that teach. We looked for, equally, to perceive of that forms these are used. This is an exploratory study, basically descriptive, that does not have pretensions to generalize for all the teaching population. We elaborated and we applied a questionnaire, with 290 teachers of higher education public, university and polytechnic. We verify that the percentage of the teachers that uses the portfolios in the teach- learning process is not very raised.

Evidence versus ideology in education policy : the recent history of initial teacher education in England and Wales and the implications for educational researchers as agents of change.

Resumen del autor. Este art??culo pertenece al monogr??fico 'John Elliott: su pensamiento y su influencia'

Teachers in action : tasks for in-service language teacher education and development.

Ofrece un marco flexible para alentar a los profesores de lengua en la investigación de temas que son relevantes para su propio desarrollo profesional. Contiene una serie de recursos diseñados específicamente para ayudarles a desarrollar sus habilidades, conocimientos y actitudes. Estos recursos son extensas tareas presentadas en hojas de trabajo, que pueden fotocopiarse y que sirven para la formación continua del profesor y para el desarrollo de programas.

Linguistic tools for teachers of English : towards a bilingual education. 'Herramientas lingüísticas para profesores de Inglés : hacia una educación bilingüe'.

Se presenta un compendio de herramientas para facilitar el aprendizaje de otras lenguas en los niveles educativos de Educación Primaria y Secundaria, prestando especial atención al inglés. En primer lugar se analizan las diferencias entre la Educación Primaria y Secundaria en cuanto al aprendizaje y el método de enseñanza. A continuación se abordan las múltiples inteligencias así como la enseñanza de la lengua inglesa. Al mismo tiempo se estudia el asesoramiento del profesor en los procesos de aprendizaje en línea. Y finalmente se presenta el enfoque cognitivo en el aprendizaje de una lengua extranjera.

Barreras en el acceso a la dirección escolar : diferencias entre profesoras y directoras de centros de Educación Infantil y Primaria. 'Barriers in the access to school management : differences between teachers and head-teachers from early childhood and elementary education schools'.

Resumen tomado de la publicación. Con el apoyo económico del departamento MIDE de la UNED

Learning within communities of practice in preservice Secondary School teachers education. 'Aprendizaje en la formación inicial de profesores de Educación Secundaria desde la perspectiva de las comunidades de práctica'.

Resumen tomado de la publicación

An analysis of Turkish prospective teachers' perceptions about technology in education. 'Análisis de la percepción de futuros profesores turcos sobre tecnología en educación'.

Resumen tomado de la publicación

Pedagogical education for university teachers in Finland

Resumen basado en el de la publicaci??n

Developing teachers in veterinary education

Resumen basado en el de la publicaci??n

In-Service Education of Science Teachers: Virtual Simulators as a Resource for Experimental Work

Monogr??fico con el t??tulo: " Formaci??n de profesores. Perspectivas de Brasil, Colombia, Espa??a y Portugal"

Avaliação dos JDC em Educação Física : Estudo de Caso

Este estudo teve como questão de pesquisa verificar se há evidência de progressão na avaliação final dos Jogos Desportivos Colectivos de invasão, mantendo o protocolo de avaliação inicial, utilizando as Provas de Avaliação Aferida, aplicadas na Escola Secundária Dona Luísa de Gusmão (ESDLG). Como contributo à aplicação e sustentabilidade das Provas apresentamos um levantamento dos níveis introdução e elementar do Programa, em que destacamos princípios comuns que possam beneficiar a clarificação do currículo para os professores avaliadores e contribuir para o ensino dos jogos desportivos. O presente trabalho assume-se como um estudo exploratório de caso, em que se escolheu uma turma específica de oitavo ano da ESDLG, com vinte e seis sujeitos envolvidos no caso. Isto para estudar a filosofia de aplicação das Provas de Avaliação, em que a sua operacionalização é da responsabilidade do Grupo de Educação Física. Os resultados apontam para a progressão do nível de desempenho dos alunos nas matérias de Andebol, Basquetebol e Futebol. A avaliação nos jogos desportivos colectivos da ESDLG está de acordo com as orientações dos PNEF. O estudo é válido pela representação que as Provas têm nos objectivos definidos nos Programas Nacionais de Educação Física e obedece a níveis de fidelidade pela constância apresentada nas observações realizadas pelos professores nos dois momentos de avaliação. Importa também referir que as Provas de Avaliação alicerçam a aferição de critérios, moderam a avaliação dos alunos e permitem ao Agrupamento de Educação Física tomar decisões mediante os resultados e tendências das Provas. Para que a avaliação possa ser ainda mais objectiva será importante associar às Provas de Avaliação um ensino contextualizado dos jogos desportivos, de modo a que se avalie o aluno nas mesmas condições em que se ensina.

Are regular education teachers ready for our students?

This paper examines what regular education teachers need in order to be prepared for teaching mainstreamed deaf and hearing impaired students.

Literature review and analysis of itinerant teachers of the hearing impaired located in the midwest: Service delivery model in education

The role and responsibilities of an itinerant teacher of students who are deaf or hard of hearing were investigated to create a database of information about the effective traits of successful itinerant teachers.