Economics / Personal Finance
Exploring economic principles and financial literacy
Class size:
minimum 8, maximum 16
Additional fees:
$25 materials fee
Class time: (Meets once/week)
(Tues-4) 1:30-2:50
(Wed-4) 1:30-2:50
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 essential in real-world experiences. This economics course is designed to provide students with a fundamental understanding of economic principles and concepts.
In the first semester, some of the lessons will cover fundamental economic concepts that include decision-making, understanding the difference between microeconomics and macroeconomics, basic economic principles, international trade, economic systems, current economic issues, the Federal Reserve System, and 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 applications. Some topics that will be covered are budgeting, banking, credit, insurance, spending, taxes, saving, investing, and career exploration.
Students will have access to an automated classroom banking system. Students are paid for their class contribution; they will be able to invest and will also have fictitious bills to pay in the class.
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Required Books & Materials
Glencoe, McGraw-Hill (2008)
ISBN: 978-0-07-874768-7
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*Do not buy new.*
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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