Economics 101: Systems, Markets and Global Trade

Economics 101: Systems, Markets and Global Trade

Economics 101: Systems, Markets and Global Trade

Students explore core economic concepts—macroeconomics vs microeconomics, economic systems, GDP, taxes, loans, and international trade—using discussion, projects and a textbook.

Economics 101: Systems, Markets and Global Trade

Paid once.

Level
Beginner
Ages
13–17
Duration
40 min
Classes
1 / Week
Weeks
10

Class Experience

This course introduces foundational economics with a global perspective. Topics include macro- and microeconomics, GDP, economic systems (capitalism, socialism, communism), inflation, taxes and government spending, loans and credit, international trade, and business planning. Weekly activities include research projects, charts and presentations; instructor resources and a course textbook are provided.

Learning Outcomes

  • Explain basic economic concepts including macroeconomics, microeconomics and GDP

  • Compare economic systems such as capitalism, socialism, and communism

  • Analyze taxes, government spending, inflation, and personal budgeting

  • Apply economic concepts to international trade and business planning

  • Develop and present a business plan including financing and loan considerations

Prerequisites

Materials needed:

Textbook (hard copy) - I provide a PDF version if you do not want to buy it.

https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/economics-principles-and-practices-teachers-wraparound-edition_gary-e-clayton/250942/item/8182195/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=us_shopping_zombies_hvs_21811042479&utm_adgroup=&utm_term=&utm_content=717415192734&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw8IfABhBXEiwAxRHlsJejUiNOkWvzIQDOy2twb87z7tr0ytkX9l7cTgQeVEwWeDkkDVMC0BoCzNgQAvD_BwE#idiq=8182195&edition=6445666

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Sonali Kar

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