We are delighted to announce the launch of the East Midlands Network for Economics Education (EMNEE)—a new collaborative initiative bringing together economics educators from across the region.
We invite all colleagues at East Midlands University institutions and interested in economics education—whether you teach economics directly or in related disciplines—to join us for this inaugural event introducing the aims of EMNEE and outlining opportunities for involvement, including future seminars, collaborative projects, and professional development. The session also includes two keynote speakers discussing their research in the field of economics pedagogy.
EMNEE mission
To enhance teaching and learning in economics in the East Midlands through sharing best practice, fostering collaboration, and supporting professional development. EMNEE will provide a space for presentations, discussion of pedagogy, and the development of cross-institutional projects.
First Event
Date: Wednesday, 26th November
Time: 12:00–13:00
Format: Online
Speakers
- Dr. Alexandra Arntsen, Nottingham Trent University – ‘An exploration of tools to Decarbonize and Decolonise the Economics Curriculum’
- Dr. Christopher Wilson, Loughborough University – ‘Using an Interactive Classroom Game to Improve the Teaching of Mixed Strategies’ (with Matt Olczak)
To register your interest in the network and receive notifications of this and future events, please join our mailing list: https://groups.google.com/g/emnee (please click the JOIN button next to the group title - East Midlands Network for Economics Education (EMNEE) – you do not need to sign in).
The planning of future events and formats is still in progress, so please do join us at this inaugural event to get involved.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Best wishes,
Alex
On behalf of the EMNEE Steering Committee
