Syllabus

Economics

Winter/Spring Term 2024

Kati Fantz McKee

mckeesecon.blogspot.com

                                                                       

Welcome to Economics!                                                                                                                    

 

Economics is the study of resource allocation and its effect on society and individuals.  In this course you will learn about economics and its interaction with the business world, the government, and in social concerns.  The course utilizes primary and secondary sources, breaking news, and reliable websites, along with role-plays and simulations. The book Econ Alive! The Power to Choose will be used as an ancillary text as you study Economic Basics, Business Economics, and Government Economics. You will gain insight into the realm of Social Economics by researching social concerns such as homelessness, environmental degradation, poverty, crime, national health concerns, or other relevant issues, and examining the economic component therein. Current events will be emphasized through viewing the News Hour (PBS); daily perusal of Oregonlive, CBS Mornings, BBC.com, AP, Pamplin Media, etc; and playing a semi-weekly current events team game.  

                    

Evaluation

Class attendance is an essential component of your learning.  Discussions and group dynamics are critical elements, and include the crucial skills of collaboration and active listening. Because of the brief and intensive nature of this course, it is important you make daily attendance a priority. Daily and homework assignments are often graded on a completion basis.  Tests, quizzes, and papers are graded according to predetermined posted criteria.

               

 

Grades will be determined by a percentage of your overall point total, as follows:            

             

Grading Scale                                                                     Grade Breakdown

                A                  90-100%                                          Daily Work          40%           

                B                  80-89%                                            Project/Test/Quiz 20%         

                C                  70-79%                                            NewsHours              20%   

                D                  60-69 %                                           Current Events Test   10%

                F                  Below 60%                                       Final - Research Paper    10%

 

Unexcused late work will be accepted at 80% of face value.  Tests missed due to absence will be made up as soon as is reasonable; you are responsible for coordinating a make-up time.  Attendance on the day of a test is essential.

                                                                                                                

Basic classroom rules

Ø  Remember to bring all essentials to class (pen, paper, charged Chromebook, etc.).

Ø  Allow everyone the right to be heard without fear of ridicule.

Ø  Respect each speaker by giving them your full attention.

Ø  Make sure you have permission before using items which are not yours.

Ø  Using electronic devises for notetaking is an excellent practice. Please DO NOT use such devises for surfing, texting, gaming, etc – even during free time. Text messaging, cell phone photography, Hulu, Netflicks, etc. are not acceptable. All related/similar activities may not be done during class.

Ø  Classroom expectations include that phones be stored in bags during class, unless being allowed by explicit permission. Really – don’t die on this hill.

 

My desk is here in Room 215. If you have questions, concerns, or just want to talk, stop by.

To reach me if I’m not here, leave a note in my box in the Main Office, check out the Band Room,

or call me at 503.431.5514 and leave a message. My school email is kmckee@ttsd.k12.or.us (The Canvas email is less than reliable - please use the ttsd email for quicker communication.)

 

I look forward to communicating with you.