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Title: A Study of the Impacts of Infusing Data Analysis and Research in an Interdisciplinary Environmental Economics Course
Language: English
Authors: Sean P. MacDonald
Source: Numeracy. 2026 19(1).
Availability: National Numeracy Network. 906 West 2nd Avenue, Suite 100, Spokane, WA 99201. Tel: 507-222-5239; Web site: https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/numeracy/
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 30
Publication Date: 2026
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education
Postsecondary Education
Descriptors: Data Analysis, Data Collection, Statistical Analysis, Economics Education, Interdisciplinary Approach, Environmental Education, Assignments, Student Interests, Student Attitudes, Thinking Skills, College Students, Student Research, Research Projects
Geographic Terms: New York (New York)
ISSN: 1936-4660
Abstract: This paper explores the impacts of introducing quantitative literacy skills in an interdisciplinary Environmental Economics course typically taught as an issues and policy course without a quantitative component. The study examines the effects of infusing an engaging, student-selected data collection and analysis assignment on students' quantitative reasoning skills, as well as their interest in and attitudes about data analysis and quantitative information. Using data gathered from a set of pre- and post-assessment questions designed to measure changes in quantitative reasoning skills and attitudes, the findings point to significant attitudinal impacts, gains, but smaller, insignificant gains in quantitative reasoning skills.
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