William Goffe

William Goffe is a Teaching Professor of Economics at the Department of Economics, Pennsylvania State University. He holds a B.A. in Math and Economics from the University of Virginia (1981) and a Ph.D. in Monetary Economics with a minor in Econometrics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (1990). His work focuses on pedagogical innovation, computational economics, and leveraging technology to enhance economics education.

Key research interests include research-based teaching methods in macroeconomics, student preconceptions in introductory courses, and the application of computational tools like clickers and multi-core computing in education. He has extensively published on topics such as flipped classrooms, online learning strategies, and challenges in effective teaching. His contributions to resources like the Journal of Economic Education highlight his commitment to advancing economics pedagogy.

Notable articles include studies on cognitive challenges in teaching, the impact of active learning, and the use of clickers in economics instruction. His work also extends to computational economics, including optimization algorithms and metadata standards for economic resources. Despite his prolific output, no scientific awards are explicitly listed in the provided text.

William Goffe’s advising and grants activities are not detailed here, but his educational publications suggest a focus on improving student engagement and course design. He maintains a professional website at http://cook.rfe.org/ and can be reached at wlg13@psu.edu.