Economics

Description: This course will offer students the opportunity to gain a better understanding of how national and global economics impact the United States. Students will examine the foundation of the United States economic system and compare it to different parts of the world. They will demonstrate an understanding of key players in framing the United States’ economic system. Lastly, students will learn how economics plays a large role in their everyday life.

Course Objective: Students will exhibit an understanding of how economics impacts their lives. They will also demonstrate an understanding of economics on a global level and attain knowledge regarding the United States role to global economics.

Class Requirements: Students are expected to be active participants in this course. Examples of required work are: Discussions, projects, reading, writing, quizzes and tests. A notebook will be a strong tool for keeping organized and will be assessed throughout the semester.

The Brentwood School Rules will be strictly enforced. Students must demonstrate respect for themselves, others, and all property. Students must take ownership of their learning and demonstrate investment in creating a classroom community that promotes safe learning.

Make Up Work: It is your responsibility to ask for make-up work. Work missed due to an excused absence can be completed for full credit within two days. Failure to do so will result in an earned grade of zero. When a student receives an ISA, class work will be completed for up to 80% credit. If a student receives an OSS, class work must be made up within two days of the suspension for 80% credit.

Grading: There are three methods for earning credit in the Economics course: Class Participation, Daily Assignments and Major Assignments. The weight for each type of credit is as follows:

20% Class Participation (marked daily)
40% Daily Assignments (in class assignments, discussions, quizzes)
40% Major Assignments (tests, projects, harkness discussions)