Economics

Course overview

 

 

Economics is a required class here at Cheboygan Area High School.  This class teaches the basic fundamentals of economics as listed below and more importantly creates awareness of our economy to the student.  This will in turn potentially make them more responsible in their economic decisions.

 

ECONOMIC FUNDAMENTALS

What is and why study economics?

Economic Systems

Stock Market

Supply and Demand

Competition and Prices

Monopolies

Business Organizations

Sources of Capital

Economic Performance

Economic Challenges

Unemployment

Inflation

Recession

Federal Reserve

Monetary and Fiscal Policy

International Trade

Financially Responsible Consumers

 

These concepts are taught through a variety of methods;

·        Lecture/note taking/class discussion

·        Relating concepts to current events

·        Reading text

·        Group activities to reinforce concepts

·        Simulations such as the Stock Market Competition and Monopoly Game

·        Videos

·        Speakers

·        Technology