Economics Instruction 

• Simulations are used to provide experiential learning opportunities and demonstrate the reliability of theoretical concepts  
• Outstanding economics instructors foster critical thinking about difficult environmental and social problems 
• Examination of current environmental issues promotes discussion 
• Key topics covered during the program include: 
  • Tragedy of the commons 
  • World fisheries 
  • Wealth creation 
  • Endangered species 
  • Climate change 
  • Land use 
  • Air and water quality 

• Key concepts covered in the program include:  
  • Marginal decision-making 
  • Institutions 
  • Externalities 
  • Scarcity 
  • Pricing 
  • Opportunity cost  
  • Incentives 

Field Trip 

Environment & the Economy features a field trip designed to illuminate a specific challenge and solution to environmental issues. Students will be able to evaluate policy and critically assess these issues by using a rational approach based on economic analysis. Specific details about location and schedule will be confirmed in orientation materials. 

Leadership Instruction 

• Leadership topics farmed through the effective Hero’s Journey framework 
• Goal is to improve participants ability to work and lead teams and to connect responsible leadership and the economic way of thinking