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Course information:

Economics

One-semester course.5 Carnegie unit

Fulfills Economics requirement for Georgia high school diploma

Course Description:

The economics course provides students with a basic foundation in the field of economics. Thecourse has five sections: fundamental concepts, microeconomics, macroeconomics, international

economics, and personal finance. In each area, students are introduced to major concepts and

themes concerning that aspect of economics

Contact information:

Jill StassieSocial Studies Department

Villa Rica High School

[email protected]

770-459-5185Office hours: 7:45- 4 pm MondayFriday

Available online between 7-9 pm via skype Wed. and Thurs.

Skype id: jstassie

Textbook, Readings, and Materials

Economics: Principles & Practices (2005) Glencoe. ISBN: 0-07-860693-4I will post links to websites and articles throughout the course in the modules.

Prerequisites

Basic computer and internet skills. Knowledge of posting responses on a blog. The ability to create a multi-media presentation using a web 2.0 tool.

Expectations for student use of technology

Students will need to create a google account.o To do this, go towww.google.com, click on sign in. You will then click on

create an account for free and follow the instructions to create an account. If

you already have an email address you may use that or you have the option of

creating a gmail account.

The scenario based games require flashplayer, as well as working speakers.
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Students will have a choice of web 2.0 tools to use for their multi-media presentations.o Some suggestions will be glogster, animoto, prezi, or slide rocket.o Tutorials are available on YouTube and on each individual site.

This course will be hosted on wikispaces.o http://worldofeconomics.wikispaces.com/Introduction

This is where you will find the introduction video, modules, and blog. Communications with teacher

o See contact information Communications with classmates

o Students are free to exchange email or im messenger addresses.o Students may also post on the classroom blog under the whats up? tab

Netiquette policyo Avoid using all CAPS, as it is considered shouting.o Keep in mind that because nonverbal elements such as tone of voice and facial

expressions are nearly nonexistent, anything that could be taken as rude or

offensive probably will be.

o Never post a message when you are angry or upset. Give yourself time to "sleepon it." Draft your response and reread it in 24 hours. Chances are you will decide

not post it or you will rewrite a more appropriate response.

o When reading and/or critiquing other classmates' work, keep in mind that we areall here to learn and whatever someone turns in is not expected to be perfect. Try

to convey your feedback in a constructive, polite and rational way. Likewise, try

to be open to constructive feedback.

o Take this Netiquette Quiz to test your Netiquette:http://www.albion.com/netiquette/netiquiz.html

Cyber Safetyo Please remember that the internet is accessible all over the world to anyone with a

connection.

oPlease do not give out personal information, such as your location, full name,phone number, etc.

o Please read the Teen Pledge for Being Smart Online athttp://www.safekids.com/teen-pledge-for-being-smart-online/.

This provides a great overview of how to behave respectfully andresponsibly online.
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Course Objectives

The students will learn and fulfill the Georgia Performance Standards for Economics. Thecourse is divided into five domains:

Fundamental Concepts of EconomicsMicroeconomics

Macroeconomics

International Trade

Personal Finance

Complete standards are available at the following website:

https://www.georgiastandards.org/standards/Georgia%20Performance%20Standards/Economics%2020

09-2010%208-14-2008.pdf

Course Goals

The students will be able to demonstrate proficiency in the Georgia Performance Standards for

Economics by

1- Conducting research on the topics and concepts of Economics.

2- Completing a variety of assignments which will allow the students to identify, analyze, andapply the topics and concepts of Economics.

3- Creating multimedia presentations that will the students to identify, analyze, and apply thetopics and concepts of Economics.

4- Complete assessments which will allow students to demonstrate their mastery of the topics

and concepts of Economics.

Course Assignments

I will provide you with detailed descriptions and grading rubrics for each assignment at theappropriate point during the semester. Be sure to follow the rubric elements carefully as you

prepare your assignments. Spelling and grammar are graded components on most assignments.

Submission: All assignments must be submitted electronically via class webpage or email.
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Due Dates: Each module and the included assignments and assessments will contain the due

dates. The latest acceptable time for a due date is 11:59 pm on that date. For example, if anassignment is due on Feb. 6th, then it will be accepted until 11:59 pm on Feb. 6th.

Late Work: All work is expected to be turned in on time. Technical difficulties are no excuse

for tardiness. If you know your work is going to be late, please contact me to makearrangements. The standard policy for late work is to deduct 10 points for each day late.

Assignment File Formatting: If your assignment is web-based, such as a wiki or blog, pleasemake it public or otherwise ensure that the instructor has permission to access it. Unless

assignments are web-based, they must be submitted in a compatible format allowing everyone in

the class to read them, i.e. Microsoft Word 2003 or Word 2007 (.doc, .docx or .rtf), html, orAcrobat (.pdf). All papers should be revised, proofread, and edited before they are submitted.

Please sign your name in every document. In programs such as Word this can be done quite

efficiently using Headers.

Grading

Grades are divided into three categories: minor grades (activities, vocabulary, etc.), major grades(projects, tests, quizzes, etc.) and the End of Course Test. Categories are weighted as follows:

Minor Grades - 40%, Major Grades45%; EOCT15%

Points Earned Course Grade

91-100 A

81-90 B

71-80 C

69-70 D0-68 F

Schedule

Week 1: Chapter 1What is Economics

Scarcity and the Factors of ProductionOpportunity Cost

Production Possibilities Curves

Chapter 2Economic SystemsAnswering the Three Economic Questions

The Free Market

Centrally Planned Economies

Week 2 and 3: Chapter 4Demand

Understanding DemandShifts of the Demand Curve


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Elasticity of Demand

Chapter 5Supply

Understanding Supply

Costs of Production

Changes in Supply

Chapter 6Prices

Combining Supply and DemandChanges in Market Equilibrium

The Role of Prices

Week 4 and 5: Chapter 7 - Market Structures

Perfect Competition

Monopoly

Monopolistic Competition and Oligopoly

Regulation and Deregulation

Chapter 8Business OrganizationsSole Proprietorships

Partnerships

Corporations, Mergers, and MultinationalsOther Organizations

Week 6 and 7: Chapter 12Gross Domestic Product and Growth

Gross Domestic ProductBusiness Cycle

Economic Growth

Chapter 13Economic ChallengesUnemployment

Inflation

Poverty

Week 8 : Chapter 14Taxes and Government Spending

What Are TaxesFederal Taxes

Federal Spending

State and Local Taxes and Spending

**Mid-Term Exam**

Week 9-10: Chapter 15Fiscal Policy

Understanding Fiscal PolicyFiscal Policy Options

Budget Deficits and the National Debt


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Week 10-11: Chapter 16The Federal Reserve and Monetary PolicyThe Federal Reserve System

Federal Reserve Functions

Monetary Policy Tools

Monetary Policy and Macroeconomics Stabilization

Week 11-12: Chapter 18- International Economics

Why countries tradeTrade barriers and free trade

Trade organizations

Exchange rates

Week 13-14: Chapter 10Money and Banking

Money

The History of American Banking

Banking TodayChapter 11Financial Markets

Saving and InvestingBonds and Other Financial Assets

The Stock Market

Week 15: Review for EOCT

In class review games

USA test prep activities

Week 16: EOCT test!!

Week 17 -18: Personal Finance lessons

DebtCredit

Student loans

budgeting

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