ECONOMICS HONORS: one-half credit; one-semester course; grade 12
Prerequisite: Complete or qualify for United States History Honors AP or approval of instructor and counselor.
Economics Honors is a study of supply and demand theory, land and labor, capital, economic theories, and comparative economic and political systems with an emphasis on economic growth and stabilization. Study also includes units on installment purchasing, budgeting, comparative pricing,taxation, fiscal policy, and monetary policy. Learning activities consist of text and article analysis, lecture, internet assignments, setting up a stock market portfolio, and problem solving which will help interpret human behaviorand apply social studies skills to decision making in life situations. Studentswill also be expected to do various research assignments as well as writing activities. This course fulfills the state requirement for consumer education.
Prerequisite: Complete or qualify for United States History Honors AP or approval of instructor and counselor.
Economics Honors is a study of supply and demand theory, land and labor, capital, economic theories, and comparative economic and political systems with an emphasis on economic growth and stabilization. Study also includes units on installment purchasing, budgeting, comparative pricing,taxation, fiscal policy, and monetary policy. Learning activities consist of text and article analysis, lecture, internet assignments, setting up a stock market portfolio, and problem solving which will help interpret human behaviorand apply social studies skills to decision making in life situations. Studentswill also be expected to do various research assignments as well as writing activities. This course fulfills the state requirement for consumer education.