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Avi J. Cohen is University Professor Emeritus of Economics at York University and Adjunct Professor at the University of Toronto. A historian of economic thought and educational innovator, he develops pedagogical frameworks for integrating writing and technology into economics instruction.
Education includes:
- Ph.D. in Economics from Stanford University
- B.A. in Economics from University of Michigan
Research focuses on improving economic literacy through writing-intensive curricula and digital learning tools. His work emphasizes scalable methods for teaching critical thinking and communication skills in large, diverse classrooms.
Publications analyze the history of economic ideas while developing practical teaching methodologies. His recent article details a peer-review system for writing assignments that reduces grading burdens while enhancing student engagement.
Awards include Canada's prestigious 3M Teaching Fellowship for educational leadership. He serves on the American Economic Association Committee on Economic Education.
