In 2003, Northern Initiatives entered into an agreement with Northern Michigan University’s Center for Economic Education to provide Entrepreneurial Education Services to the U.P.’s K-12 schools. The center is now coordinating and managing these programs and can be contacted directly through the following contact information.
Center for Economic Education Tawni Ferrarini, Ph.D. Director, Northern Michigan University Department of Economics 1401 Presque Isle Avenue Marquette, MI 49855 Phone: (906) 227-1218
Web Site: www.nmu.edu/ceee
Email: tferrari@nmu.edu
The Center’s Services include:
In-service and pre-service training for teachers
Development and distribution of curriculum materials
Student competitions to generate interest in learning economics
Guidance for school systems seeking advice on curriculum development
Recognition of teachers and school systems for outstanding achievements
Outcomes assessment
Assistance in helping K-12 students meet the Michigan social studies standards and benchmarks in economics
