Diverse perspectives supercharge intellectual curiosity and improve student engagement.
Geoff Schneider, a professor of economics at Bucknell University and executive director of ICAPE, discusses his journey in embracing pluralism in economics education. He highlights the importance of exposing students to a wide range of economic perspectives, fostering critical thinking, and creating an engaging learning environment. Schneider’s passion for teaching stems from his own experiences with inspiring educators and his commitment to helping students discover their latent intellectual passions. He emphasizes the need for ethical, inclusive, and transformative teaching practices that go beyond conventional methods.