Economics

Economics                                                                                                    

Instructor: Mr. McGoldrick

 

 

Course Outline & Syllabus

Course Objectives

1. Explore what drives an economy and why it is important for students to be informed participants.
2. Grasp why different variables have an effect on both a micro and macro economic level.
3. Understand the role governments and financial intuitions play in regulation an economy.
4. Teach life skills that will help you succeed in college and beyond including how to read critically, write effectively, and work cooperatively on a variety of topics.

Class Policies

1.        Textbook-  Principles of Economics 2e
   Authors: Steven A. Greenlaw, David Shapiro
   Publisher/website: OpenStax
   Book URL: https://openstax.org/books/principles-economics-2e/pages/1-introduction
2.             Notebook for this class only 
3.             Needed for each class: Textbook, chrome book, notebook, paper, and writing utensils (must have red pen for corrections in class).
4.      Late work: 50% off for late homework 0% if it is submitted a week late, 10% per day will be deducted for project and papers.  In case of an absence, assignment/homework is due the day after you return.
       Late and Absent assignments should be submitted on canvas. Please email me after you have completed absent work. The subject line must include the name of the assignment and your class period or you will not be given full credit.
5.       Makeup tests: Students are required to take makeup tests within two days of an absence. Tests not made up will be marked as a zero.  Arrangements can be made for prolonged illnesses.
6.       Be prepared for class when the bell rings. Students must be in their seats prior to the bell ringing with assignments out and prepared to take notes.   As noted in the handbook, students who do not have their book in class will lose participation points.  Students will also lose participation points for excessive requests to leave the classroom.  Late passes will only be accepted from your counselor, not any of the other counselors.  If you need to be out of my class, come to me for approval.    
7.        All school cheating, discipline, attendance, dress and gum chewing policies will be in effect.  Cell phones must be in your backpack. If your cell phone is visible you will be issued a referral.

Course Description:

We will begin with basic economic principles, exploring the concepts of opportunity cost and production possibilities. Then we delve into the basic microeconomic principles of supply, demand, and equilibrium so we can build into more complex macroeconomic projections. We will measure economic performance and build an understanding of national income and price determination, which will allow us to study the financial sector.  From there we will study the impact macroeconomic policies, inflation, and unemployment in relation to economic growth.  We will finish with international trade and finance including an in depth look at the stock market. 

 

Grading

Grades will be based on the following point system:

Homework and classwork assignments          5-20 pts

Tests and Final                                                50-200 pts                         

Participation                                                    up to 50 pts per grading period.

Quizzes                                                           10-25 pts

Essay/Projects                                                25-50 pts

 

BMHS Percentage grading scale

97-100                 A+                                                       77-79                    C+                          Below 60                F

93-96                    A                                                          73-76                    C

90-92                    A-                                                        70-72                    C-

87-89                    B+                                                        67-69                    D+

83-86                    B                                                          63-66                    D

80-82                    B-                                                         60-62                    D-

 

Office Hours: Mon-Thurs after school by appointment