Economics 

2010-2011 Syllabus

Ms. Lana Main

Instructor Information:      

Course Summary:    

In this course students will learn about microeconomic and macroeconomic concepts. Topics covered in Economics include the following:

·        scarcity

·        opportunity cost

·        incentives

·        marginal decision making

·        economic systems

·        globalization

·        law of supply

·        law of demand

·        types of economic competition

·        inflation/deflation

·        business cycles

·        monetary policy

·        fiscal policy

·        important economic indicators 

Throughout the course students will use the economic way of thinking to solve various economic “mysteries.” If time allows, participation in the South Dakota Stock Market game may be incorporated into the curriculum.  This course meets the South Dakota graduation requirement for students to take Personal Finance or Economics.

Textbook:

Arnold, Roger A. Economics: New Ways of Thinking. EMC Publishing, 2007.

Grading Policies:

• Late assignments are accepted. Students who turn work in late will receive a 50% deduction from their grade.
• Cheating and/or plagiarism will result in a zero.
• When students are absent it is their responsibility to get their assignments on the day they return to school. They must also arrange to take any quizzes or tests that they missed while absent on the day they return to school.  Lesson plans are updated weekly on my website.
• The standard BVHS grading scale will be used in this class.
• Grades are earned, not assigned.

 Semester Test:

• The semester test is comprehensive and comprises 20% of the semester grade. The test may consist of matching, short answer, true/false, and essay questions.

 Classroom Expectations:

• Students will be in the classroom and seated with the required materials out on their desk when the bell rings. 
• Students must bring all required materials to class with them each day.
• Students will use class time productively.
• Always have required assignments completed on time.
• Be respectful to the teacher, guest speakers, and your fellow students. Please do not speak when others are speaking. Remember, everyone has a right to be heard, but not everyone can be heard at the same time.
• No talking will be permitted during quizzes and tests.
• Remain in your seat until the bell rings.
• Be positive. Show up each day ready to learn!

 Supplies:

• Pencil or pen
• Student planner
• Calculator
• Notebook