Discusses the content of the 'A' level (first year of college) economics course. Concludes that instructors must resist teaching more theory than students can absorb. Contends that greater depth on certain topics may be necessary, requiring other content to be shifted to later courses in the economics degree. (JDH)

This article summarizes some of the testing changes which have taken place in the 'A' level economics course and briefly discusses the current role of the essay paper. States that the essay exam has been particularly effective in measuring higher order thinking skills and discriminating between more and less able students. (JDH)

This article defines the concepts of economic literacy and development education as used in a three-year project aimed at increasing students' awareness of global economic interdependence. (JDH)

Gains to be had from teaching and testing the topic of comparative economics at the university level in the United Kingdom and the problems posed for examiners are examined. (RM)

Results of a survey of 10 universities in the United Kingdom to determine the nature of course structures and methods of teaching in first-year economics courses are reported. (Author/RM)

This article outlines the existing structure and operation of the domestic capital market and argues that its impending liberalization is likely to provide an additional dimension to financing and investing opportunities in the United Kingdom. (Author)