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Economics Honors Class 
Economics and Personal Finance is a semester class (45 days) and will focus on major economic concepts and theories of the U.S. and various countries around the world. A significant focus is on scarcity, supply and demand, and decision-making based on costs and benefits.  The course requires note taking, interpretation of graphs, tables, maps, editorial cartoons, research, oral presentations, the use of primary/secondary materials, and the use of technology.  You will work cooperatively, role-play, and complete simulations in an effort to learn the importance of teamwork; and complete projects that enable you to work independently.
Contact Information       Teacher: Kyle Smith               School Email:   ksmith@acpsd.net
Classroom Text  Understanding Economics           Supplemental materials also provided
Grading Scale
A points system is used for all grades.  Tests will likely be 100 points while quizzes, writing assignments, and may range from 25-100 points (depending on the amount of material covered).
Required Supplies:
College-ruled notebook paper, spiral notebook to receive and maintain handouts during semester.

Course Outline and Weekly Topics
Week 1            What is Economics?  Economic Systems and Decision-Making
Week 2            Supply, Demand, Scarcity
Week 3            Prices and Decision-Making
Week 4            Market Structures & Employment, Labor, and Wages
Week 5            Government Revenues,Spending/Surpluses and Deficits/Debt
Week 6            Money, Banking, Federal Reserve, Financial Markets
Week 7            Personal Budgeting, Banking, Taxes, Investing, Savings, IRA’s, 401K’s, Pensions
Week 8            Personal Budgeting, Banking, Taxes, Investing, Savings, IRA’s, 401K’s, Pensions
Week 9            Wrap Up, Prepare and take Final Exam