Economics Syllabus

 

 

Mr. Parham  

Room 403

dparham@spartanburg4.org

476-7045 ext. 3665

 

Course Overview:

Economics is the study of how individuals and societies make choices about ways to use scarce resources to fulfill their wants.

  • The student will demonstrate an understanding of how scarcity and choice impact the economic activity of individuals, families, and nations.
  • The student will demonstrate an understanding of markets and the role of supply and demand in determining price and resource allocation.
  • The student will demonstrate an understanding of the sources of income and growth in a free-enterprise economy.
  • The student will demonstrate an understanding of personal economic decision making to maximize the net benefits of personal income.
  • The student will demonstrate an understanding of the various economic institutions of a market economy.
  • The student will demonstrate an understanding of the roles that federal, state, and local governments play in the operation of markets in the United States.
  • The student will demonstrate an understanding of the national economy and economic policies in the United States.
  • The student will demonstrate an understanding of the principles of trade and economic development.

 

Class Rules:

1. Be on time and ready to begin.

2. Be prepared to learn and work.

3. Respect classmates and the teacher.

4. Be attentive, positive, and considerate.

5. Follow all school rules and regulations.

6. Don’t get out of your seat unless you have permission.

7. Bring all required materials to class.

8. Wait to be recognized to speak.

Grading Percentages:

Test/Major Grades               60%

Quizzes                                 30%

Daily Grades                        10%

Nine weeks tests will count 25% of nine weeks grade.

Semester exam will count 25% of semester grade.

 

Materials:

3-ring binder

Pens, pencils, paper

Calculator when needed

 

Homework:

Homework is to be completed and turned in the day it is due. There will not be homework everyday but homework is expected to be done. Homework will count as a daily grade.

 

Extra Credit/Extra Help:

Throughout the semester there will be opportunities to earn extra credit. It is optional for the student and can only help your grade. I am available before and after school for any extra help that is needed. If you need extra help let me know and I will be glad to assist you.