Economics / Personal Finance
Exploring economic principles and financial literacy
Class size:
minimum 8, maximum 16
Additional fees:
$20 materials fee
Class time: (Meets once/week)
(Tues-2) 10:10-11:30,
(Wed-1) 8:45-10:05
Pre-requisites for class:
Basic math skills
Graduation requirement:
Math: "other" credit, Citizenship: "other" credit, Personal finance credit
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Course Description
Understanding economic principles and financial literacy is necessary in real-world experiences. This course is designed to provide students with the fundamental principles and concepts of economics and personal finance.
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In the first semester, some of the lessons will cover essential economic concepts that include decision-making, microeconomics, macroeconomics, basic economic principles, market structures, international trade, economic systems, current economic issues, the Federal Reserve System, and the U.S. economic history.
The second semester aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to make informed financial and career decisions. The students will explore a range of topics with real-world simulations. Some topics that will be covered are budgeting, banking, credit, insurance, spending, taxes, saving, investing, debt management and job/career exploration.
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Required Books & Materials
The instructor will provide an online textbook to be accessed on Google Classroom.
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3-ring binder with notebook paper
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Pencil/pens
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Highlighters
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Home printer access
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Classwork / Homework
In class students will be paid in our classroom banking system for their class contributions. They will have investment options as well as fictitious bills to pay in class. Students engage in class lectures, note taking, interactive discussions, debates, hands-on activities, analyzing case studies, regular assessments, tests, and projects. Outside of class activities consist of reading provided text, discussion posts, and guided research/writing assignments. Homework should take one to two hours a week to complete. Students will need to use Google Classroom to read resources, print outlined notes, and complete homework assignments.